Merchant West Holdings is inviting high-potential graduates to join the ARISE Programme, a premier permanent rotational opportunity designed to fast-track your career into a Portfolio Manager role. Based in both Johannesburg and Cape Town, this program offers a comprehensive 360-degree view of specialized financial services.
Position Details
- Employer: Merchant West Holdings
- Number of Positions: 10
- Locations: Johannesburg and Cape Town
- Type: Permanent (Rotational)
Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: A completed BCom Degree is essential.
- Major Fields: Accounting, Economics, or Finance.
- Candidate Profile: Motivated graduates with a strong analytical mindset and a desire to build a career in specialist asset finance and advisory.
What the ARISE Programme Offers
The program is structured to provide a deep understanding of the business before you specialize:
- Rotational Learning: Build foundational skills across multiple critical business functions:
- Credit Analysis: Learning risk assessment and financial modeling.
- Operations: Understanding the engine room of financial deal-making.
- Compliance: Mastering the regulatory and legal frameworks of the industry.
- Sales & Advisory: Developing the commercial acumen needed to manage client relationships.
- Career Progression: Successful graduates are groomed to step directly into a Portfolio Manager role.
- Mentorship: Direct exposure to senior leadership and experienced professionals in the finance sector.
How to Apply
Merchant West is a leading independent financial services provider. To stand out in your application:
- Analytical Strength: Ensure your academic transcripts reflect strong performance in core subjects like Financial Accounting or Econometrics.
- Commercial Interest: Merchant West specializes in areas like asset finance and wealth management; mention any specific interest in these niches in your motivation.
- Location Preference: Clearly indicate whether you are applying for the Cape Town or Johannesburg cohort.