Principal: Sustainable Finance Solutions

Job Purpose

To originate, structure, innovate and implement sustainable finance solutions and funding transactions that would serve to maximise sustainable growth for both Nedbank and our clients. Clients include Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking client universe

Job Responsibilities

• Build and maintain stakeholder relationships by formal and informal engagements (meetings; phone calls)
• Build and maintain working relationships by attending team and relevant forum meetings and through collaboration;
• Originate new sustainable finance transactions for the bank by  regular interaction and through collaboration with key stakeholders; via referrals and networking.
• Develop and position relevant and commercial sustainable finance ideas/ solutions with clients which can support  the origination and implementation of banking activities for the investment banking and wider CIB  franchise and support our clients on their sustainability journeys
• Collaborate and form part of client service teams  internally to develop and embed sustainable finance offering into client proposition and sector strategies where this makes sense and in accordance with agreed strategy
• Apply the key sustainable finance LMA and ICMA principles to structuring solutions and apply Nedbank’s sustainable finance structuring methodology and assessment and guiding frameworks
• Oversee and manage transactions in a cost effective manner by conducting cost benefit analysis of various origination and execution strategies
• Ensure relevant continuous pitching to target clients' by identifying the target clients needs; develop the appropriate pitch and present to the relevant stakeholders.
• Gain an in depth understanding of clients sustainability journeys and provide advice, market insights and appropriate solutions
• Build sound client and other relevant external relationships by clear communication; regular meetings and setting clear objectives and timelines.
• Develop and advise on ESG structures for positioning in market under syndicated transactions, working in collaboration with specialised distribution team
• Develop sustainability information memorandum and relevant sustainability content required for client positioning or investor market positioning
• Identify and develop innovative value adding solutions which can result in systems value and enhance competitiveness of the bank on the asset lending and/or fundraising side
• Carry out and ensure the relevant sustainable finance solutions / services are implemented
• Formulate responses to Requests for Proposals issued by clients
• Ensure timeous submission of client proposals and internal submissions by effectively planning (setting deliverables; expectations and timelines); early engagement and following up stakeholders on deliverables; delegating and assisting in deal implementation across various aspects of the transaction
• Ensure compliance by adhering to rules from the regulator; policies and procedures and executing on the mandate
• Work with junior members of the team, review work deliverables and assist in problem solving to assist with client delivery objective.

Job Responsibilities Continue

• Mentor and grow individuals within the Sustainable Finance Solutions Team
• Adapt to changes in all relevant legislation and industry trends by attending relevant training sessions or informal meetings with relevant divisions.
• Resolve work obstacles and drive solutions by lobbying and one on one engagements with relevant stakeholders.
• Assist deal teams to close transactions by sharing your professional skills; engaging with clients, running various pricing scenarios; structuring the transaction; negotiating legal documents; provide input write up into credit and deal origination committee applications and executing on compliance.
• Apply the assessment and solutioning guidelines and frameworks that have been established
• Prepare and present to Climate and Sustainability Committee where appropriate / relevant
• Proactively manage any potential reputational risks through ensuring commercial diligence is applied and through well thought through / considered decisions
• Maintain and build existing and on-board market share by applying your professional skills
• Ensure personal growth and enable effectiveness in performance of roles and responsibilities by ensuring all learning activities are completed; experience practiced, and certifications obtained and/or maintained within specified time frames.
• Enable skilling and required corrective action to take place by sharing knowledge and industry trends with team and stakeholders during formal and informal interaction
• Seek opportunities to improve business processes and systems by identifying and recommending effective ways to operate and contribute to developing new and/or enhanced processes and add value to Nedbank.
• Build professional relationships by networking. Contribute to a culture conducive to the achievement of transformation goals by participating in Nedbank Culture building initiatives (e.g. staff surveys etc.).
• Support the achievement of the business strategy; objectives and values by reviewing Nedbank and Business Unit Plans and ensuring delivered systems; process; services and solutions are aligned. 
• Identify training courses and career progression for self through input and feedback from management.
• Ensure all personal development plan activities are completed within specified time frame

Essential Qualifications - NQF Level

Preferred Qualification

Bachelor of Business Science, Chartered Accountant (SA), Chartered Financial Analyst, MBA, CFA ESG certificate, LLB will be advantageous

Minimum Experience Level

8-12 years relevant sector / industry experience

Technical / Professional Knowledge

Behavioural Competencies

Employment Equity Statement

Preference will be given to individuals from underrepresented groups.