Technical Portfolio Manager
Employee ReferralsCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Posted October 30, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Employee Referrals is a specialized recruitment platform designed to streamline the hiring process by leveraging employee referrals. The company focuses on building strong employer branding and fostering a culture of internal advocacy to attract top talent efficiently. By offering tools that enhance referral programs, Employee Referrals aims to reduce recruitment costs and speed up the time-to-hire, making it a distinctive player in the competitive job market.
Job Description
The Technical Portfolio Manager will be responsible for the daily loan book operations, impacting and controlling financial product offerings and asset management decisions. They will work collaboratively with product, data, and other teams, leveraging data insights to troubleshoot and resolve portfolio issues. This role focuses on optimizing financial return while maintaining strong risk appetite and promoting financial inclusion.
Requirements
- A Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Finance, Engineering or equivalent
- 3-5 years of relevant work experience
- Working knowledge of Python
- Proficient in SQL and/or relevant RDBMS technologies
- Understanding of the credit lifecycle
- Effective communication skills
- Adaptability and ability to work independently
- Comfort with Github and JIRA
Benefits
- Collaborative work environment
- Learning opportunities
- Flexibility and autonomy
- Leading roles
