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About the Division:

Our Corporate Finance team specialises in taking facts and figures and then adding insight and expertise to maximise value and impact for our clients. Our integrated approach means our clients enjoy ‘one point of call’ that encompasses every aspect of a transaction. 

Together with other Deloitte services such as Tax, Consulting and Legal, we provide a comprehensive solution to clients, using global best practice and our global and local network.

Our professionals need to have the acumen to handle complex situations and multiple responsibilities simultaneously, balancing long term projects with the urgency of immediate operational demands. We are committed to establishing and empowering the firm by establishing an environment of continuous learning and enriching career opportunities.

Supports the Senior Manager on delivery of designated engagement / project, managing the implementation of the agreed deliverables

Role & Responsibilities

• Tracks outputs against Service Level Agreement and reports to Senior Manager on any unforeseen issues arising
• Seeks to identify additional sales opportunities in client business
• Assists in the preparation of proposals/tenders and presentations on request
• Is a support resource in planning of sales presentations and client negotiation teams for new and retained business
• Develops market network in business and builds relationships that generate leads
• Builds relationships across Deloitte  service lines to understand broader offerings and seeks opportunities for cross-selling
• Generates innovative solutions on projects / engagements in collaboration with team members to enhance / renew service offerings to client
• Manages day-to-day deliverables of team on client engagements / projects
• Proactively identifies client service and  technical issues and implements resolutions to address these
• Develops productive working relationships with client teams
• Builds network of relationships across Deloitte to understand other service line offerings and to market own functional area
• Establishes and maintains good working  relationships with external clients across industries
• Participates in thought leadership process and shares functional and industry knowledge and expertise with clients, colleagues and teams
• Leads  delivery of team based on the SLA and identifies and addresses any areas of concern in outputs
• Manages engagement/project risk to ensure that the firm’s risk policies as well as risk to client confidentiality is aligned at all times
• Consistently reviews and analyses standard and quality of team deliverables and implements changes as necessary
• Meets regularly with client and client teams to understand issues, anticipate needs and address these
• Keeps Senior Manager updated on status of engagement  
• Communicates need for any changes in engagement / project plan to Senior Manager for discussion with Engagement sponsor / client
• Provides ongoing communication to teams on status of engagement / project, changes, achievements, etc.
• Drives Deloitte values of exceptional service to clients, growing the firm’s brand and talent development
• Shares expertise and knowledge with team members and counselees on an ongoing basis
• Develops good working relationships with key talent in team
• Monitors resource requirements for engagement and communicates to Senior Manager the need for increase / decrease in team headcount
• Maintains own development and knowledge in specialised area
• Manages engagement budget through accurate budgeting,  cost control and profitability management
• Monitors that time and expenses on engagement are accurately recorded and submitted weekly
• Manages WIP on engagement and ensures billings are timeously done and collections followed up
• Running transactions independently or with little support
• Working on a range of buy-side / sell-side / BEE transactions
• Assisting with day to day management of transactions which includes preparation of pitch books, information memoranda, management presentations, valuation analysis and taking responsibility for preparation of information and client communications
• Industry research for both deal origination and transaction analysis (Carry out detailed industry and sector analysis on projects)
• Valuation (using various methodologies (DCF, trading multiples, transaction multiples, etc.)) work and financial modelling
• Transaction structuring, including determining optimal capital structure
• Ability to provide input into and mark up legal agreements
• Liaise with all parties and service providers involved in transaction, including due diligence, tax, legal, regulatory etc.
• Prepare positioning papers to be used for stakeholders on deal rationale, structure and implications
• Evaluate shareholding structures and related company documentation to understand implications for envisaged transactions
• Facilitate brainstorming sessions regarding potential transactions
• Contribution to marketing and business development opportunities
• To have a broader perspective of potential issues encountered in transactions
• Management and training of junior and reporting upwards
• Knowledge of regulations:
• BEE Legislation
• JSE Regulations
• Companies Act Requirements
• Understanding of Corporate Tax rules

• 5 years work experience
• B Com Honours Business Science / Finance/ Economics
• Postgraduate qualification in Business Science/MBA/ CA(SA) / CFA Advantageous

Leadership / Behavioural Capabilities

• Living our Purpose - Fosters broad commitment to our purpose and values; inspires peers and teams to make an impact that matters
• Talent Management - Manages the development of a strong pipeline of talent for current/ future success; owns and drives a talent experience that differentiates Deloitte
• Performance drive - Builds a high performance culture by cultivating individual and team strengths; drives outstanding client service, often through large cross-business and/or cross-border teams
• Influence - Builds long-term, trust-based relationships with senior stakeholders and influencers, and uses highly developed influencing skills to drive impact, often in complex situations
• Strategic Direction - Sets & communicates strategic direction, excites people around the vision and goals and aligns diverse, cross-functional and cross-border teams to achieve success
• Competitive Edge - Anticipates market and competitor trends to develop and deliver bold and innovative solutions that differentiate Deloitte with clients
• Inspirational leadership - Leads from the front, acting as an exemplary role model for leaders at all levels; promotes a strong sense of loyalty and followership and energizes others to act.

At Deloitte, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work—in every country, in everything we do, every day. We aim to create a workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect, including reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. We seek to create and leverage our diverse workforce to build an inclusive environment across the African continent.