Portfolio Management and Valuation Associate (Isibaya)

Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience: 4 – 5 years

About the Company

The Public Investment Corporation (PIC) is one of Africa’s largest and most successful investment managers, with over a century of experience managing public sector funds. We are committed to driving growth and delivering value through professional investment management.

Role Purpose

The primary goal of this role is to maximize the value of assets under our management. You will be responsible for overseeing a portfolio of investments, monitoring their progress, and implementing strategies to drive high performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Portfolio Strategy: Create and carry out management plans for portfolio companies.
• Asset Management: Handle complex actions such as restructuring, debt conversion, and follow-on investments to protect and grow asset value.
• Relationship Management: Build strong professional relationships with investee companies and stakeholders through regular visits and clear communication.
• Performance Monitoring: Review financial statements and management reports to track investment health and compliance.
• Exit Planning: Design and execute successful exit strategies for investment companies.
• Risk Oversight: Identify early warning signs in investments and take corrective action quickly.
• Research: Keep up with industry trends and sectoral changes to find new opportunities or identify potential risks.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Finance, Engineering, or Law.
• 4 to 5 years of experience in unlisted investments (either in deal-making or advisory roles).
• Proven experience in investment analysis and financial modeling.
• FAIS RE 05 Certificate.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Postgraduate degree in a relevant field.
• CA (South Africa) or CFA designation.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of credit risk and investment assessment.
• Ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Experience in deal structuring for debt, equity, or quasi-equity.
• Expertise in financial modeling and scenario analysis.
• Knowledge of post-investment management for unlisted assets.

Professional Competencies

• Excellent writing and reporting skills.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal abilities.
• Highly organized with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Analytical thinker and proactive problem solver.
• A team player who is willing to share knowledge and learn from others.

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements and are interested in this position, please submit your application through the official Public Investment Corporation website (www.pic.gov.za).

Application Deadline: 12th March 2026