Principal Lead Portfolio Analytics
BigTalentCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Posted December 12, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
BigTalent is a boutique talent acquisition and recruitment consultancy founded by Thelma Kruger, with 15 years of expertise in sourcing finance and technology professionals across South Africa. Accredited by APSO, the firm specializes in STEM talent, delivering tailored solutions that align with both candidate aspirations and client needs. By fostering deep, personal relationships, BigTalent offers customized guidance and support throughout the hiring journey, ensuring a seamless experience for all parties. Its partnership‑oriented approach positions the company as more than a recruiter—it becomes a strategic ally in achieving long‑term career and organizational success.
Job Description
Lead a team of analysts in portfolio reporting and shaping agenda, ensuring clear definition, optimization, and effective execution within a robust control framework and aligned to policy and legislation.
Requirements
- Degree in Finance, Economics, Econometrics, Mathematics, CA(SA) or related field
- 5 years Financial Accounting or Credit Risk experience in a Senior Role
- Experience in working with profit modelling and a solid commercial understanding of financial services
- Experience in data cleaning and analysing large sets of data using SQL or similar environment
- People management