Business Banking Account Analyst (Talent Pipeline) at Capitec, Pietermaritzburg
Capitec · Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Overview
Capitec is building a talent pool of experienced Account Analysts for future Business Banking roles in Pietermaritzburg. If you have at least 5 years of banking experience, including 1 year in Business Banking, and you are skilled at preparing credit applications, this is your chance to get noticed for upcoming opportunities at one of South Africa's biggest banks.
About the role
Capitec is proactively building a talent pool of internal candidates for future Account Analyst positions within Business Banking in Pietermaritzburg (PMB). This is not a current vacancy, but a chance to express your interest and be considered for upcoming roles.
As an Account Analyst, you will support the day to day running of client portfolios. This involves being a central office based contact point for customer service queries and requests, providing administration assistance, and adding value by spotting cross selling opportunities. You will also monitor all loan facilities in your portfolio daily against set parameters and conditions.
The role requires a solid understanding of Business Banking, including credit principles, securities, and balance sheet requirements. You will use your knowledge of banking products, procedures, and legislation such as FICA to deliver excellent service and support to business clients.
Important application note: To be part of the journey, first complete a short assessment by clicking the link provided in the job advert. Then finalise your application by clicking the apply button below. This is a pipeline opportunity, so there is no current vacancy, but your details will be considered for future roles.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of banking experience, of which at least 1 year must have been spent in the Business Banking environment
- Experience in preparing and motivating Credit applications is essential
- Minimum qualification: Diploma in Commerce or Banking
- Ideal or preferred qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Banking or Commerce
- Knowledge of banking products, benefits and value propositions
- Understanding of general banking practices and procedures
- Understanding of how Business Banking operates, including business risks, industry risks and financial requirements
- Knowledge of credit principles and practices, including credit applications, securities and balance sheet requirements
- Knowledge of the Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA)
- Administration processes and procedures pertaining to Business Banking transactions
- Client relationship management and service principles
- Competitor product offerings, channels, operational and marketing tactics would be advantageous
- Familiarity with Capitec/Business Bank systems and processes would be advantageous
- Strong communication skills
- Negotiation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Analytical skills
- Planning, organising and coordination skills
- Clear criminal and credit record
Responsibilities
- Support the day to day running and maintenance of client portfolios
- Serve as a central office based contact point for customer service queries and requests
- Provide administration assistance to the Business Banking team
- Identify and act on cross selling opportunities to add value to clients
- Monitor all loan facilities in the portfolio on a daily basis against set parameters and conditions
- Prepare and motivate credit applications
- Ensure compliance with FICA and other banking regulations
- Maintain accurate records and documentation for client portfolios
- Liaise with clients and internal stakeholders to resolve queries
- Contribute to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the Business Banking unit
Job details
- Organisation
- Capitec
- Location
- Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Senior (5+ years)
- Education
- Diploma
- Category
- Banking & Insurance
- Posted
- 28 October 2026 (1 week ago)
- Application Method
- Apply online
Success Guide
This is a talent pipeline role, which means Capitec is not hiring for this exact position right now but wants to know about you for future openings in Pietermaritzburg. That makes it even more important to make a strong impression. Tailor your CV to highlight your Business Banking experience, especially any credit application work you have done. Be ready to explain how you assess loan facilities and manage client portfolios. Since you need at least 5 years of banking experience, focus on showing your depth of knowledge in credit principles and FICA. Also, make sure you complete the short assessment mentioned in the advert, as it is part of the process. A clear criminal and credit record is essential, so be prepared for those checks. Use this opportunity to get your profile in front of Capitec's recruiters for when the right role opens up.
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