With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.
Belonging at Absa
Absa is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from suitably qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds. In support of our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) commitments and Employment Equity objectives, preference may be given to candidates from underrepresented designated groups, including persons with disabilities. We encourage applicants who may require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process to let us know so that appropriate support can be provided.
Job Summary
The role of the Resources & Energy Sector Analyst is to support Coverage Bankers in managing client relationships by providing financial analysis, client insights, deal support, and coordination across product teams to drive revenue growth and deliver integrated banking solutions across the resources and energy industries.Job Description
Key Deliverables
- Client pitch books and presentations
- Financial models and analysis outputs
- Credit papers / approval documentation
- Client account plans and pipeline trackers
- Industry and market insights
Key Accountabilities
Client Coverage Support
- Support Coverage Bankers in managing a portfolio of corporate / institutional clients
- Prepare client briefs, pitch materials, and account plans
- Track client activity, opportunities, and pipeline
- Maintain strong understanding of client strategies, industries, and financial performance
Financial Analysis & Insights
- Conduct financial statement analysis (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow)
- Build and maintain financial models and forecasts
- Perform credit analysis and risk assessments
- Develop client profitability and return analysis
Deal & Transaction Execution Support
- Assist with execution of lending, advisory, and capital markets transactions
- Coordinate internal stakeholders (e.g., Risk, Legal, Product teams)
- Prepare documentation for deal approvals and credit committees
- Support due diligence and data gathering processes
Regulatory & Compliance Support
- Ensure adherence to:
- KYC / AML requirements
- Internal risk and compliance policies
- Assist with regulatory submissions and audit requests where required
Product & Solution Coordination
- Work closely with product partners (e.g.: Corporate Finance, Transaction Banking, Markets, Treasury)
- Help structure integrated solutions aligned to client needs
- Support cross-sell initiatives across the CIB platform
Market & Industry Research
- Conduct industry research and competitor analysis
- Monitor macroeconomic trends affecting clients
- Produce insight reports and sector updates
Minimum requirements
Qualifications
• Post-graduate degree in Business, Finance, Economics or related field.
• Preferred: CFA (or studying toward) or CA(SA) or equivalent
Experience:
• 1–3 years (Analyst level)
• Prior exposure to banking, finance, or corporate environment advantageous and relevant knowledge and experience in the resources and energy sectors.
Education
Postgraduate Degrees and Professional Qualifications: Business, Commerce and Management StudiesSkills Required
- Postgraduate degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Commerce, Management Studies, or a related field
- One to three years of experience at analyst level
- Relevant knowledge and experience in the resources and energy sectors
- Prior exposure to banking, finance, or a corporate environment
- CFA qualification or progress toward CFA
- CA(SA) or equivalent professional qualification
Absa Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Absa Group and has not been reviewed or approved by Absa Group.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical aid, group life, disability, and funeral cover are described as comprehensive, with features such as terminal‑illness advances and beneficiary grocery benefits. Wellness and assistance offerings support overall financial and personal wellbeing.
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Retirement Support — A pension fund and group retirement arrangements are positioned as core benefits within fixed remuneration. Retirement coverage is embedded alongside other protections as part of standard employment.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Employee share‑ownership (eKhaya) and equity‑linked awards broaden wealth‑sharing, with dividends or cash‑equivalent participation in some markets. This provides longer‑term value beyond base pay.
Absa Group Insights
What We Do
Absa Group Limited (Absa) has forged a new way of getting things done, driven by bravery and passion, with the readiness to realise growth on the African continent and beyond. We’re a truly African brand, inspired by the people we serve in Botswana, Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia. We also have representative offices in China, Namibia, Nigeria and the United States, as well as securities entities in the United Kingdom and the United States, along with technology support colleagues in the Czech Republic.
