Deal Manager

The purpose of this role is to perform the Deal Management function for Structured Trade & Commodity Finance – specifically for the SCF Team which specializes in Agricultural Commodities. This function involves transaction validation 'fit for processing', reconciliation, risk monitoring together with ongoing life cycle management. This role will manage the interface front office and all internal infrastructure partners to ensure a smooth client experience during the life cycle of the deal.

• CP Management on structured deals - Ensure all Standard and Non Standard CP’s are clearly documented and available to view for every transaction.
• Transaction monitoring - proactively manage milestones and ensure applicable trackers/check lists are adhered to in line with transaction requirements.
• Perform fit for processing checks - ensuring all information is accurate and meets the required standards for all respective trade transactions.
• Manage and monitor all third party service providers.
• Stock, futures/forward positions need to be well managed and monitored.
• Client Requests: Drawdowns - preparation of finance calculations and execution of funding within SLA.
• Management of limits - Various limits to be managed as per product/credit approval.
• Good understanding of the underlying commodity before transaction implementation.
• Front office support - participate in implementation as support to the front office.
• Control Environment - ensure all deals comply with regulatory and legal requirements.
• Client focus - liaise with clients to resolve queries.
• Accounting - review of stock, VAT, Debtors, Financial reconciliations.
• Adhoc reporting - prepare reports and provide relevant information as and when requested.
• Business Continuity Management - assist in any other areas within the SCF department if required.
• Innovation - continuously investigate new and better ways to enhance the operating environment.
• Comply with prescribed policies, processes, regulatory, governance and procedures.

• Bachelor Degree in Commerce/Relevant Diploma with 5-8 years experience.
• Considered an advantage: Applicable Trade Qualifications, Structured Deal Management experience, Agricultural Trade, Finance, and Logistics Management.
• Strong accounting skills.
• Acute product knowledge in Structured Commodity Finance.
• Understanding of deal flow processes and rationale behind the procedures.
• Business acumen/MS Office proficiency intermediate level.
• Good interpersonal and team-working skills.
• Ability to work in a pressured and unstructured environment.
• Maturity to deal with stakeholders at all levels.
• Report writing and presentation skills.