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Investec – Where Out of the Ordinary Happens
At Investec, we do things differently. We're a leading international bank and wealth manager built on a culture of curiosity, entrepreneurial spirit, and human connection. Ideas are heard, ambition is celebrated, and impact is encouraged. As part of a team that challenges convention and strives for outperformance, you'll help shape bold solutions for clients who expect something more than the ordinary.
Description of Role and Key Responsibilities
The Deal Manager role is designed to act as a vertical partnership with the business. The Deal Manager will fulfill the role as primary contact and relationship manager for all Global Lending Operations activities while being responsible for facilitating Corporate & Specialist Lending Business areas and wider group stakeholders to ensure the bank's transactions are managed as effectively as possible, with Risk Mitigation and Data quality at the forefront of the service provided.
Essentially, our responsibility is to place the bank's clients and investors as the priority. This offering is to be delivered in a way that supports our client's requirements and needs within an appropriate risk framework and control environment.
- Attending front-end Lending Desk meetings to understand strategy and volume changes (ad hoc)
- Review of Draft Documentation at appropriate stages, with a view to suggesting any changes to improve the operational aspect of the transaction
- Completion and record retention of transaction Withholding Tax forms, such as W8 & W9 Ben forms
- Deal Execution – Governance and Control function of initial commitment booking and pay-away conditions in line with New Deal Facility checklists
- Oversight and tracking of all conditions subsequent
- Booking of New Deals in the lending source system
- Coordination of Deal Handover meetings with IBP Stakeholders
- Completion and Handover of Term/Deal Notes to Transaction Manager Servicing teams
- Reconciliation of Derivatives booking versus Loan profiles to ensure the hedge is effective (if applicable)
- Filing of relevant documentation on Global Doc storage site – inclusive of permission control and access rights
- Oversight of fee bookings and amortization requirement
- Data oversight of ongoing transaction in the capacity of Data Ownership
- Booking of Lending Security/Collateral – and ongoing oversight of valuation and booking accuracy
- Updates security/collateral as and when directed by Credit via the Credit Minute process
- Gatekeeper of the release of Security upon redemption of a Loan Transaction
- Management & Governance of trading and sell-down processes
- Managing waiver applications with Credit and related stakeholders (Admin Agency)
- Management of Withholding Tax process (Borrower & Lender)
- Oversight of Reg Reporting data, IFRS9 Classification, Funding Costs, and data quality to ensure transactions are serviced in the most cost-effective manner
- Oversight of Reconciliations and active support to clear complex breaks and long-dated items
- Oversight of arrears for communication with Business Lines, Credit, and Credit support teams
- Production of Risk Event write-ups and analysis to close out gaps and reduce risks within the operating environment
- Delivery of bank-wide initiatives/projects
- Dashboards and BU conversation is a key component of the Deal Manager role; this person is expected to own the production and accuracy of all data, information, and drive the way in which it is utilized across the bank and raise operational issues
- Production of Desk Level MI and KRI Reporting of outcomes of Desk level meetings to DM Leadership
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Core Skills and Knowledge
- Regulatory Knowledge as applicable to the role (compulsory)
- To act with integrity at all times and embrace the philosophy of treating our customers fairly (compulsory)
- Training, Coaching & Assessment skills (ability to identify training gaps in self and others)
- Strong experience over a broad and complex product range
- Strong LoanIQ experience and ability to build deals
- Ability to interpret and operationalize complex credit, ancillary & security documentation
- Strong Understanding of lending risk environment
- Understanding of downstream implications, including finance, funding, risk reporting (market, operational, and credit)
- System knowledge and flexibility, ability to navigate and adapt to changes through a constantly changing technical environment
- Ability to negotiate documentation, requirements, and verbal interactions
- Proactive “can do” approach with the ability to problem-solve in a collaborative environment
- Ability to work under pressure and manage high volumes
- Strong analytical mindset
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to build and manage relationships with all stakeholders
- Must be driven to facilitate, drive change, and optimize efficiencies
- Illustrate a high level of emotional intelligence, coach ability, self-motivation, and positive temperament
- Be accountable and take ownership for the role
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Any Other Attributes That Would Be Helpful, but Not Essential for the Role
- Knowledge of relevant Investec policies and procedures
- Knowledge of relevant Investec IT Applications
- Knowledge of Investec Authorisation Processes
- Extensive and diverse knowledge of the range of IBP lending products currently under management
As part of our collaborative & agile culture, our working week is 4 days in the office and one day remote. We believe that being together enables us to live our values and support our clients and communities in an extraordinary way.
Investec offers a range of wellbeing benefits to make our people feel healthier, balanced, and more fulfilled in their lives inside and outside of work. You can find a list of our benefits here.
Embedded in our culture is a sense of belonging and inclusion. At Investec, we want everyone to find it easy to be themselves, and to feel they belong. It's a responsibility we all share and is integral to our purpose and values as an organisation. We believe that innovation thrives when everyone feels respected, included, and empowered to contribute.
We actively seek out diverse talent and foster an inclusive environment, encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Here, you'll find networks, benefits, and development opportunities designed to support your career journey, wherever it may lead.
If this role excites you but you don't meet every requirement, we'd still love to hear from you. Your unique perspective and experience could be exactly what we are looking for. Get in touch!
At Investec, we're deeply invested in our clients, our colleagues, and our communities. It's more than a mindset; it's how we show up every day.
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