Junior Asset Manager
Edge Executive Search Group
- Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Johannesburg
Type: Permanent | Financial Strategy & Asset RiskShape value. Predict risk. Optimise returns.Join a high-performance team in a strategic asset management role focused on maximising secondary profits through data-driven risk analysis, life cycle optimisation, and intelligent deal structuring. If you thrive in a numbers-driven environment and can turn risk into reward — this is your next move.About the Role
You’ll manage asset risk throughout the rental lifecycle — analysing data, predicting performance, and protecting profitability. From structuring complex deals to managing residual values, you’ll ensure financial returns are maximised while aligning to client behaviour and business goals.What You’ll DoAnalyse asset behaviour and determine lifecycle risk strategiesDrive secondary profit generation at end-of-termForecast and manage residual value exposurePartner with stakeholders to create optimal deal structuresPerform risk assessments and trend analysisDevelop client asset strategies in collaboration with salesBuild strong internal and external relationshipsManage compliance, pricing, and profitability thresholdsWhat You BringBCom in Finance / Financial ManagementMinimum 5 years in Risk, Pricing, or Financial ModellingExperience with asset management in rental or leasing environmentsAdvanced Excel and financial modelling skillsStrong commercial insight and strategic thinkingWorking knowledge of operating leases, secondary profit principles, and residual value riskConfident communicator with strong negotiation and decision-making skillsWhat Success Looks LikeProfitable end-of-term asset outcomesConsistent delivery on risk-adjusted returnsTrusted collaboration with sales, clients, and leadershipProactive lifecycle asset decisions aligned to business goalsHigh-impact, data-led asset strategies