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Senior Specialist: Structuring Analyst at Absa South Africa
Absa South Africa
October 1, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Job Summary
The Structuring Analyst forms part of the Active Portfolio Management team within PPB and supports the execution of portfolio optimisation initiatives, including portfolio sales, securitisations and other structured finance transactions.
The role combines quantitative analysis, financial modelling and transaction execution support. It requires a strong understanding of portfolio risk and return dynamics, with the ability to translate complex analytical findings into practical recommendations that support strategic decision-making.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Develop, maintain and enhance financial, transaction and portfolio models.
Perform quantitative analysis to support the evaluation, structuring and execution of transactions.
Assist with transaction structuring, monitoring and post-execution reporting.
Support capital, funding and portfolio optimisation initiatives across the PPB balance sheet.
Analyse portfolio risk, return, capital and funding performance to identify optimisation opportunities.
Develop quantitative insights into portfolio behaviour, credit performance and transaction outcomes.
Support stress testing, scenario analysis and portfolio forecasting activities.
Prepare analytical outputs, recommendations and management information for internal stakeholders.
Contribute to the ongoing development of structuring capabilities, methodologies and analytical tools within the team.
Qualifications & Experience
Degree in Actuarial Science, Engineering, Financial Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics or a related quantitative discipline.
Experience in financial modelling, pricing, analytics, structuring, risk management or related quantitative fields would be advantageous.
Must have a minimum of 5 years financial services experience
What We're Looking For
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent financial modelling and quantitative capability.
Strong understanding of portfolio analytics, credit risk and financial modelling principles.
Ability to communicate complex quantitative concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality output.
Commercial mindset with the ability to convert analysis into actionable recommendations.
Curiosity, adaptability and a willingness to learn.
Ability to work collaboratively across multiple stakeholders and functions
Education
Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)
End Date: October 8, 2026
The Structuring Analyst forms part of the Active Portfolio Management team within PPB and supports the execution of portfolio optimisation initiatives, including portfolio sales, securitisations and other structured finance transactions.
The role combines quantitative analysis, financial modelling and transaction execution support. It requires a strong understanding of portfolio risk and return dynamics, with the ability to translate complex analytical findings into practical recommendations that support strategic decision-making.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Develop, maintain and enhance financial, transaction and portfolio models.
Perform quantitative analysis to support the evaluation, structuring and execution of transactions.
Assist with transaction structuring, monitoring and post-execution reporting.
Support capital, funding and portfolio optimisation initiatives across the PPB balance sheet.
Analyse portfolio risk, return, capital and funding performance to identify optimisation opportunities.
Develop quantitative insights into portfolio behaviour, credit performance and transaction outcomes.
Support stress testing, scenario analysis and portfolio forecasting activities.
Prepare analytical outputs, recommendations and management information for internal stakeholders.
Contribute to the ongoing development of structuring capabilities, methodologies and analytical tools within the team.
Qualifications & Experience
Degree in Actuarial Science, Engineering, Financial Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics or a related quantitative discipline.
Experience in financial modelling, pricing, analytics, structuring, risk management or related quantitative fields would be advantageous.
Must have a minimum of 5 years financial services experience
What We're Looking For
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent financial modelling and quantitative capability.
Strong understanding of portfolio analytics, credit risk and financial modelling principles.
Ability to communicate complex quantitative concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality output.
Commercial mindset with the ability to convert analysis into actionable recommendations.
Curiosity, adaptability and a willingness to learn.
Ability to work collaboratively across multiple stakeholders and functions
Education
Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)
End Date: October 8, 2026