Simbai Myezwa
About Simbai Myezwa
Simbai Myezwa serves as the Head of Institutional Sales & Structuring at Investec, where he has worked since 2021. He holds degrees from the University of the Witwatersrand and has completed the Archbishop Tutu Fellowship Programme at the University of Oxford, with expertise in financial structuring and risk management.
Current Role at Investec
Simbai Myezwa serves as the Head of Institutional Sales & Structuring at Investec. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the firm's strategic initiatives in institutional sales. His role involves overseeing the structuring of financial products tailored for institutional clients, leveraging his extensive experience in the banking sector.
Previous Experience at Investec
Prior to his current role, Myezwa worked at Investec in various capacities. He began as a Capital Markets Rotational Graduate from 2012 to 2013, where he gained foundational experience in capital markets. He then transitioned to Credit Investments & Structuring, serving from 2013 to 2021, where he developed expertise in investment product design and cross-asset financial structuring.
Education and Professional Development
Myezwa has a solid educational background. He studied at the University of the Witwatersrand, earning a Bachelor of Science and a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) between 2007 and 2011. He furthered his education at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, completing the Archbishop Tutu Fellowship Programme in partnership with the African Leadership Institute from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, he has been studying at the CFA Institute since 2018 and at the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP) since 2014.
Expertise in Financial Structuring
Simbai Myezwa possesses significant expertise in cross-asset financial structuring and investment product design. His skills extend to capital market trading and risk management, which are critical in his role at Investec. His background in these areas supports his ability to develop innovative financial solutions for institutional clients.
Experience in the South African Banking Industry
Myezwa has a demonstrated history of working in the South African banking industry. His career at Investec spans over a decade, during which he has gained comprehensive knowledge of the market and its dynamics. This experience enhances his capability to navigate complex financial landscapes and provide tailored solutions to clients.