Sobre este puesto de Business Intelligence - Coverage Analyst en Absa
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Job Summary
The role of the Resources & Energy Sector Analyst is to support Coverage Bankers in managing client relationships by providing financial analysis, client insights, deal support, and coordination across product teams to drive revenue growth and deliver integrated banking solutions across the resources and energy industries.Job Description
Key Deliverables
- Client pitch books and presentations
- Financial models and analysis outputs
- Credit papers / approval documentation
- Client account plans and pipeline trackers
- Industry and market insights
Key Accountabilities
Client Coverage Support
- Support Coverage Bankers in managing a portfolio of corporate / institutional clients
- Prepare client briefs, pitch materials, and account plans
- Track client activity, opportunities, and pipeline
- Maintain strong understanding of client strategies, industries, and financial performance
Financial Analysis & Insights
- Conduct financial statement analysis (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow)
- Build and maintain financial models and forecasts
- Perform credit analysis and risk assessments
- Develop client profitability and return analysis
Deal & Transaction Execution Support
- Assist with execution of lending, advisory, and capital markets transactions
- Coordinate internal stakeholders (e.g., Risk, Legal, Product teams)
- Prepare documentation for deal approvals and credit committees
- Support due diligence and data gathering processes
Regulatory & Compliance Support
- Ensure adherence to:
- KYC / AML requirements
- Internal risk and compliance policies
- Assist with regulatory submissions and audit requests where required
Product & Solution Coordination
- Work closely with product partners (e.g.: Corporate Finance, Transaction Banking, Markets, Treasury)
- Help structure integrated solutions aligned to client needs
- Support cross-sell initiatives across the CIB platform
Market & Industry Research
- Conduct industry research and competitor analysis
- Monitor macroeconomic trends affecting clients
- Produce insight reports and sector updates
Minimum requirements
Qualifications
• Post-graduate degree in Business, Finance, Economics or related field.
• Preferred: CFA (or studying toward) or CA(SA) or equivalent
Experience:
• 1–3 years (Analyst level)
• Prior exposure to banking, finance, or corporate environment advantageous and relevant knowledge and experience in the resources and energy sectors.
Education
Postgraduate Degrees and Professional Qualifications: Business, Commerce and Management Studies