Asset Management: Head Cash Solutions

Johannesburg, Gauteng
Permanent
Full-time

1 day ago

Job ID141802
Location: JohannesburgJob ClassificationThis role is based at Nedgroup Investments - www.nedgroupinvestments.co.zaNedgroup Investments is an award-winning global investment business with a growing presence in Europe. Nedgroup Investments offers a wide range of investment solutions for retail and institutional investors.
Nedgroup Investments is a division of Nedbank Group Ltd, leveraging the investment and financial expertise of one of South Africa's largest financial services groups. The Nedgroup Investments Best of Breed™ philosophy sees us partner with select fund managers who we believe are able to provide consistent long-term outperformance for our clients. These fund managers are experts in their field of specialisation and we tend to partner with them for long periods of time giving them sufficient opportunity to deliver on their mandate objectives. We obsess about long-term performance and our top priority is to deliver a superior investment experience for our clients.Job FamilyInvestment BankingCareer StreamIb SalesLeadership PipelineManage FunctionJob PurposeTo lead, manage and grow an industry leading business of off-balance (unit trust) sheet cash and liquidity solutions across multiple channels with a specific focus on the corporate and institutional market.Job Responsibilities

Be responsible for the strategy formulation and successful execution with the goal to be the leading and most trusted cash solutions provide in the country.
Provide input into Nedgroup Investments strategic direction and leadership.
Drive the growth and retention of assets under management by attracting new clients, ensuring competitive solutions, and delivering exceptional client service (retention).
Ensure sound financial stewardship by maintaining a strong return on all expenditures and managing costs effectively and ensure pricing competitive and sustainable.
Maintain a close and productive working relationship with the relevant Best of Breed investment managers.
Identify and pursue cross-selling opportunities that complement Nedgroup Investments and the broader Nedbank Group, enhancing value across the organisation.
Deliver consistently world-class service to clients, setting a benchmark within the industry peer group and continuously improving product and service offerings to meet evolving client needs.
Collaborate with prospective users to develop superior product offerings that balance yield and credit quality, with stewardship at the core of every solution.
Build and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders including clients, suppliers, regulators, internal teams, and the wider Nedbank Group in alignment with the business strategy.
Represent the business in industry forums and contribute thought leadership in the field of short-duration cash management.
Leverage the infrastructure and capabilities of Nedgroup Investments and the broader Nedbank Group to enhance operational efficiency and client value.
Engage proactively with stakeholders to keep communication channels open and ensure the business remains front of mind.
Navigate potential internal conflicts with sensitivity and diplomacy, ensuring strategic alignment across business units.
Uphold regulatory compliance through continuous evaluation and collaboration with internal governance and risk functions.
Lead and inspire a high-performing team, fostering a culture of ownership, growth mindset, and innovation.
Create and maintain a psychologically safe environment where team members feel empowered to contribute, challenge ideas, and thrive.
Actively manage the wellbeing of team members through regular one-on-one engagements, open communication, and supportive leadership practices.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement by embracing automation and innovation in daily operations.
Communicate team and business strategy clearly and consistently to ensure alignment, purpose, and shared accountability.
Monitor and manage team performance, providing feedback, development opportunities, and recognition to sustain excellence.

People SpecificationWe believe in employing highly motivated, sharp and quality orientated people that thrive in a culture that celebrates and supports diversity within an environment that is creative, collaborative, challenging and dynamic. Aligned to our core purpose of enabling our investors to achieve their investment goals, we are committed to enabling our staff achieve their full potential and long-term career growth at Nedgroup Investments. Specifically for this role, we are looking for:
High standard of personal presentation.
Self-motivated and well organised with an ability to adapt and tackle a wide variety of challenges.
Ability to deal with people both within the organisation and external customersEssential Qualifications - NQF Level

Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate
Professional Qualifications/Honour's Degree

Preferred QualificationChartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Tresury Managment Diploma in Tresury ManagementMinimum Experience Level10 - 15 years in banking or investment management, involvement in fixed income capital markets with an extensive networkTechnical / Professional Knowledge

Communication Strategies
Financial Accounting Principles
Governance, Risk and Controls
Organisational behaviour theory
Stakeholder Engagement and Communication Skills
Client Relationship Management
Financial Acumen
Strategic Thinking

Behavioural Competencies

Building Partnerships
Earning Trust
Customer Focus
Inspiring others
Business Acumen
Driving for Results

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