- Cape Town
- Salary: Market Related
- Job Type: Permanent
- Sectors: Banking Investment Finance
- Reference: 2315679
Vacancy Details
Employer: Crayon Technologies (Pty) Ltd
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How you'll role
The Investment Associate will play a critical role in supporting the fund management and advisory services of the Real Estate Technology and Sustainability Fund I. This position involves a variety of responsibilities including investment appraisals, deal execution, fundraising, portfolio management, and fund administration support. The candidate will bring strong analytical skills, a passion for venture capital, and a keen interest in start-up ecosystems. The role promises professional growth and the opportunity to become an Authorised Representative of the firm.
What you'll do
- Conduct market research and industry analysis to identify investment opportunities
- Evaluate and perform due diligence on investment prospects, including financial modelling, valuation, and risk assessments
- Prepare investment committee memorandums for internal and external stakeholders
- Participate in meetings with entrepreneurs, clients, and co-investors to assess deals
- Assist in transaction execution including legal processes
- Engage with portfolio company management teams to monitor performance and progress
- Facilitate connections for portfolio companies with customers, partners, and advisors
- Support fundraising efforts and prepare investor materials and presentations
- Conduct research and maintain a database of potential investors
- Assist in managing the fund’s outsourced administration function and investor report distributions
- Provide administrative support, including preparation of reports, meeting coordination, and managing compliance
Required Skills
- Market Analysis: 2 to 3 years
- Microsoft Office: 2 to 3 years
- Financial Modeling: 2 to 3 years
- Industry Analysis: 2 to 3 years
Candidate Requirements
What you'll need
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, economics or related field; CA(SA), MBA or CFA preferred
- 2-5 years of experience in venture capital, private equity, investment banking, consulting, or related fields
- Understanding of real estate and/or technology sector is a plus
- Strong analytical and financial modelling skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- High integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail
Job Notes
This role is open to candidates based in Johannesburg or Cape Town.
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