Investment Fund Specialist

1 week ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa The Recruitment Council Full time

Investment Fund Specialist

Role: Investment Fund Specialist: Hedge Funds
Category: Investment Management

Our client, a prominent player in the Asset Management sector, is seeking a skilled Investment Fund Specialist to join their team.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Monitor existing hedge funds and track information for these strategies.
  • Perform comprehensive due diligence on new funds and funds within our investable universe.
  • Prepare written findings on hedge fund manager engagements.
  • Track and maintain single-manager portfolio information.
  • Track and assess risk data and assist in enhancing quantitative models.
  • Ongoing research and development of findings presented back to the investment team.
  • Assist portfolio manager with daily portfolio management responsibilities.
  • Make recommendations to enhance the investment mandates to increase profitability or cost-effectiveness.
  • Monitor and report on portfolio performance across the range.
  • Stay up-to-date with current developments and market intelligence.

Qualifications:

  • Degree in Investment Management (or equivalent).
  • CAIA or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) preferred.

Experience:

  • Solid background in Financial Markets.
  • 3-5 years of experience in the investment industry.
  • Previous hedge fund exposure would be advantageous.

Key Competencies:

  • Enquiring mind.
  • Collaboration.
  • Self-motivated.
  • Critical thinking skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Problem-solving.
  • Presentation skills.
  • Quantitative skills.


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