Senior Finance Manager, Corporate & Investment Banking

About the role

Standard Bank Group is seeking an experienced Senior Finance Manager for its Corporate & Investment Banking division in Johannesburg, South Africa. This is a pivotal contract role in which you will oversee complex financial operations, drive strategic financial initiatives and advise on corporate and investment banking transactions. The successful candidate shows strong analytical ability, decisive leadership and a meticulous approach to financial management in a fast-paced banking environment.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and oversee financial operations across corporate and investment banking portfolios, ensuring accuracy, compliance and optimal performance.
• Conduct financial analysis and build sophisticated financial models to support transaction structuring, valuation and investment decisions.
• Lead the evaluation and execution of mergers, acquisitions and capital markets transactions, advising clients and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor market trends, economic indicators and the competitive landscape to inform strategy and risk assessment.
• Ensure compliance with FSCA guidelines and JSE regulations while maintaining strong internal controls.
• Prepare detailed financial reports and presentations for senior management and external stakeholders.
• Work with legal, compliance and operations teams to ensure smooth transaction execution.
• Mentor and supervise junior finance team members and identify process improvements.
• Maintain client relationships, provide financial advisory and identify new business opportunities.

Required profile

• Matric, Diploma or Degree.
• Minimum 7 years of professional experience in corporate finance, investment banking or related financial management roles.
• Proven expertise in financial modelling, valuation and transaction structuring.
• Strong knowledge of corporate finance, capital markets and M&A processes.
• Understanding of South African financial regulations and compliance frameworks.
• Ability to lead and develop finance teams and to present financial information clearly.

Required skills

• Financial analysis software and tools such as Bloomberg Terminal and financial modelling platforms.
• Desirable: CFA or SA CA designation, ERP and data analytics experience, risk management background, and knowledge of emerging financial technologies.