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Investment Management Oversight Support
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The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.
Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally, and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our dedicated team has successfully delivered an unprecedented growth and transformation journey. We are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide. Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.
That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.
Take the lead, and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. We also offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into industry-changing realities.
For our business, for clients, and for you:
Job SpecificationThe candidate will be part of and assist the team responsible for maintaining and performing investment management oversight due diligence according to CSSF circular 18/698 on delegated investment managers and advisors. This includes:
Outline of main duties and responsibilities- Initiate specific controls as part of initial, ongoing, and thematic due diligence for both traditional UCITS and alternative investment fund managers (e.g., hedge funds, private equity funds).
- Prepare operational controls and oversight on derivatives transactions (EMIR).
- Prepare operational controls and oversight on securities financing transactions (SFTR).
- Prepare Management Company reports.
- Assess and prepare objective reasons for onboarding new sub-funds and managers.
- Review financial counterparts and brokers.
- Review prospectuses impacting manager oversight.
- Maintain specific delegate data and information in operational dashboards.
- Update information in scorecards applying risk-based approach (RBA) profiles.
- Ownership of manager relationships, escalation procedures.
- Degree in Finance or Economics; certifications such as CFA or CAIA are advantageous.
- Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
- Proven MS Office skills, especially Excel.
- Well-structured, organized, responsible team player, accountable, and reliable self-starter.
- Integrity and willingness to learn.
- Experience in regulatory compliance or oversight functions is a plus.
- Interest in investment strategies, financial instruments, and fund structures from legal, operational, and compliance perspectives is a plus.
Disclaimer : Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex by recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Apex operates a direct sourcing model, and agency assistance will be engaged directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.
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Credit Analyst (Prescient Investment Management)
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The candidate will be part of the Credit team responsible for the Prescient Credit funds. To utilise PIM credit philosophy process by employing quantitative analysis in asset selection, pricing and managing of credit portfolio.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESKey Objective
The key objective is the development of analytics tools and strategies, as well as the improvement and extension of PRIME for the Credit Funds.
Quantitative Analysis:
- Assist in defining the PRIME framework and incorporate current analytics tools and reporting.
Develop processes and analytics tools to monitor model and portfolio performance and accuracy.
Research and develop models and techniques. - Document research, processes, and model validation.
Credit Research and Analysis:
- Apply established models to compute default probability scores. An analyst would be required to make an analytical argument on the change thereto over time, highlight downside risks for the foreseeable future, and rank & compare to industry peers.
- Use PIM sector-specific financial scorecards to analyse the creditworthiness of companies and their sub-factor drivers of the credit score, incorporating ESG analysis.
- Perform in-depth analysis and research to assess and monitor the creditworthiness of borrowers/issuers over the term of the exposure.
- Understand market dynamics (e.g., credit supply/demand) and company fundamentals influencing PIM’s credit investments.
Credit Management:
- Monitor the risk-adjusted return of the credit universe, build and oversee portfolio optimization models, and make recommendations to enhance credit portfolio performance.
- Engage in counterparty interactions as part of the role.
- Assess credit opportunities, including exposure to assets in Infrastructure Funds (monitoring and new opportunities).
Investment Analysis:
- Originate debt investments via new and existing borrowers, liaising with bond issuers, DCM teams, arrangers, and rating agencies.
- Provide input into the development of broader responsible investment policies, ESG methodologies, and impact strategies.
Credit Process Development and Advancement:
- Validate investment models and monitor portfolio performance and accuracy.
- Contribute to research and development of new models and techniques.
- Document research, processes, and model validation.
- Ensure the accuracy and currency of information used in the process.
Team Interaction:
The key objective is to work on a collaborative basis, ensuring that the team remains cohesive and successful. The analyst is expected to:
- Follow a collaborative approach aligned with the Prescient value system.
- Be proactive in generating new research and participating in debates.
- Suggest and implement process enhancements to improve/create efficiencies.
- Contribute positively and adopt a solutions-driven mindset.
- University Post Graduate Degree (Science / Engineering / Finance) / Masters.
- CA (SA) with articles will be advantageous (Financial Services / Financial Engineering Group experience).
- CFA / Studying towards CFA; and/or Masters equivalent.
- Advanced Excel skills and model building.
- Prior experience in Private Debt, Hybrid Debt, Project Finance will be advantageous.
- Ability to generate ideas and think logically.
- Structured work style, attention to detail and accuracy is of the utmost importance.
- Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, excellent communication skills oral and written.
- Strong ability to manage complex processes and focus on business outcomes in a complex uncertain environment.
- Strong work ethic, self-motivated, driven and results oriented.
- Ability to listen and respond to new ideas, input and diverse perspectives.
- High levels of self-confidence, assertive as well as healthy levels of EQ.
- Must be able to manage workflow on longer-term research projects.
- Energetic problem-solver.
- Ability to demonstrate an advanced degree of technological competence.
- Passionate about investments.
This is your opportunity to be responsible for credit research & credit portfolio risk analysis. The role is well suited for an individual with strong technical skills, a qualified CA(SA) and/or currently completing CFA studies (or masters equivalent).
A great role with excellent growth potential and exposure to various asset classes.
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Senior Lecturer in Investment Management
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Senior Lecturer in Investment Management
- Senior Lecturer in Investment Management
- Type of engagement: Permanent appointment
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Department of Business Management
Senior Lecturer in Investment Management
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The Department of Business Management is part of the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences at the research-intensive Stellenbosch University (SU) where we advance knowledge in service of society. The Department offers a world-class environment with excellent students and talented staff. Our values, excellence, compassion, equity, respect, and accountability direct our behaviour, activities, and thoughts. The Department conducts research and provides teaching in the broader fields of financial management, investment management, marketing management, entrepreneurship, innovation management and strategic management. Our culture is inquisitive and innovative, and we strive for a constructive and profound contribution to society at large.
Stellenbosch University (SU) where we advance knowledge in service of society. The Department offers a world-class environment with excellent students and talented staff. Our values, excellence, compassion, equity, respect, and accountability direct our behaviour, activities, and thoughts. The Department conducts research and provides teaching in the broader fields of financial management, investment management, marketing management, entrepreneurship, innovation management and strategic management. Our culture is inquisitive and innovative, and we strive for a constructive and profound contribution to society at large.
Job DescriptionDuties:
- Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate modules in investment management (including property investment).
- Supervision of postgraduate students at honours, master’s and PhD levels (if the incumbent has a PhD).
- Participating in Departmental, Faculty and University activities.
- Self-initiated research towards the completion of a PhD (if applicable).
Requirements:
- PhD in finance, investment management or a related field, OR a master’s degree in investment management (or similar, for example, MBA/MCom) and the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) qualification.
- Proven knowledge, understanding, and the ability to teach modules in at least two of the following areas: property investment, equity analysis, derivative instruments, fixed income securities, portfolio theory, portfolio management, behavioural finance, or investment ethics.
- Lecturing experience in investment management modules at undergraduate level.
- The ability to teach in English at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
- At least one scholarly publication in an accredited subject journal
Short-listed candidates (those invited for interviews) will be expected to present a lecture on a designated topic to members of the Department of Business Management. If available, examples of the course material (including examination papers and tests) used in previous courses must be presented after the lecture.
Recommendations:
- Practical industry experience in an investment-related environment.
Commencement of duties:
01 January 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter
21 July 2025
Enquiries regarding this post: Prof Gert Human on , or at
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Financial Manager | Investment Management | Tyger Valley
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An esteemed Financial Services company, renowned for its dedication to excellence, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Financial Manager to join its thriving team. The successful incumbent will be responsible for the financial management of the finance department. The individual is expected to work closely with the Accountants responsible for the accounting function and assist with any accounting issues as well as reviewing the monthly processing. We require the skills of a dynamic individual who has the willingness to learn and develop within a finance division.
Responsibilities:
- Review of reconciliations.
- Review of monthly accounting processing.
- Compiling management reports and analysis.
- Cashflow and investments management and approving of payments and collections.
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting.
- Ensuring all control accounts, balance sheets and income statements are reconciled on a monthly basis VAT and Income tax calculations and returns.
- Statutory and regulatory returns (FSCA, Prudential Authority, Reserve Bank, SARS, NAMFISA).
- Compilation of the annual financial statements in terms of IFRS.
- Assist Regional Managers with financial information.
- Liaising and assisting with internal and external auditors.
- Resolving reconciling and long outstanding items on balance sheet reconciliations.
- Systems, processes and internal control improvements.
- Assist with ad hoc queries until resolution.
Requirements:
- CA (SA) qualification.
- 2 years’ post articles experience (Financial Services / Short Term Insurance Industry advantageous).
- Strong technical skills, including sound IFRS knowledge.
- MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook.
- Experience in accounting packages such as Great Plains, SAP, Accpac advantageous.
Competencies:
- Communication / presentation skills.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Achievement / results driven.
- Team player.
- Strong time management skills.
- Numerical and analytical skills.
- Deadline orientated.
- Management skills.
Financial Manager | Investment Management | Tyger Valley
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An esteemed Financial Services company, renowned for its dedication to excellence, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Financial Manager to join its thriving team. The successful incumbent will be responsible for the financial management of the finance department. The individual is expected to work closely with the Accountants responsible for the accounting function and assist with any accounting issues as well as reviewing the monthly processing. We require the skills of a dynamic individual who has the willingness to learn and develop within a finance division.
Responsibilities:
- Review of reconciliations.
- Review of monthly accounting processing.
- Compiling management reports and analysis.
- Cashflow and investments management and approving of payments and collections.
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting.
- Ensuring all control accounts, balance sheets and income statements are reconciled on a monthly basis VAT and Income tax calculations and returns.
- Statutory and regulatory returns (FSCA, Prudential Authority, Reserve Bank, SARS, NAMFISA).
- Compilation of the annual financial statements in terms of IFRS.
- Assist Regional Managers with financial information.
- Liaising and assisting with internal and external auditors.
- Resolving reconciling and long outstanding items on balance sheet reconciliations.
- Systems, processes and internal control improvements.
- Assist with ad hoc queries until resolution.
Requirements:
- CA (SA) qualification.
- 2 years’ post articles experience (Financial Services / Short Term Insurance Industry advantageous).
- Strong technical skills, including sound IFRS knowledge.
- MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook.
- Experience in accounting packages such as Great Plains, SAP, Accpac advantageous.
Competencies:
- Communication / presentation skills.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Achievement / results driven.
- Team player.
- Strong time management skills.
- Numerical and analytical skills.
- Deadline orientated.
- Management skills.
Financial manager | investment management | tyger valley
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