Investment Operations Manager

The Talent Experts; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading boutique investment firm in Cape Town is looking for an Investment Operations Manager to drive operational excellence in managing a suite of alternative investment strategies. The successful candidate will oversee key functions including NAV reconciliations, fee calculations, and performance reporting while collaborating with various teams in a dynamic and supportive environment. This role offers a competitive market-related salary, benefits, and the opportunity for hybrid working arrangements after probation.

Benefits

Market-related salary including benefits

Lucrative performance bonus

Hybrid working option after probation

Qualifications

• 5-7 years experience in asset management operations.
• Experience with hedge funds and global fund environments.
• Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with investment systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations for alternative investment strategies.
• Manage NAV reconciliations, fee calculations, and performance reporting.
• Liaise with third-party administrators and ensure compliance.

Skills

Operations Management

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Project Management

Education

BCom or similar financial qualification

Tools

Excel

AlphaDesk

Bloomberg

Job description

Investment Operations Manager - Fund Strategies
Claremont, Cape Town (hybrid)
Market-related

Join a dynamic investment environment and drive operational excellence across local and global fund strategies.

Is this you?
You're a hands on, self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, high-performance investment environment. Your strong analytical and problem-solving skills are matched by your attention to detail and project management abilities. You enjoy collaborating across teams, can juggle multiple priorities with ease, and have a keen sense of responsibility and accountability.

What you'll be doing (and why you'll enjoy it)
You'll oversee the daily operations for a suite of alternative investment strategies, including hedge funds and global fund vehicles. This hands-on role will see you managing NAV reconciliations, fee calculations, performance reporting, and trade execution processes. You'll liaise with third-party administrators, custodians, and brokers, ensure regulatory compliance, and support board and audit reporting. From launching new funds to refining operational controls and adopting automation, your work will directly shape the efficiency and success of the investment operations function.

Where you'll be doing it
You'll be part of a leading boutique investment firm known for its excellence in fund management across diverse strategies. With a strong track record and a collaborative, high-integrity culture, the organisation blends innovation with precision to deliver exceptional outcomes. Their Claremont-based team values accountability, maturity, initiative, adaptability, and continuous improvement, offering a supportive environment for growth.

What you'll need
You hold a BCom or similar financial qualification and bring at least 5-7 years' experience in asset management operations. Experience in both hedge and global fund environments is a essential. While a CA(SA) or CFA isn't mandatory, it's advantageous. You're proficient in Excel and familiar with systems like AlphaDesk, Bitbucket, and Bloomberg. Your toolkit includes strong project management, analytical, and interpersonal skills, with hands-on knowledge of trade processing, compliance, and reporting.

What you'll get
You'll join a respected investment firm offering a market-related salary including benefits and a lucrative performance bonus and exposure to sophisticated global and local strategies. Enjoy a role with broad scope, impactful responsibilities, and a culture that values your expertise and initiative. You will also have the option to work hybrid after your probation period.

How to apply
For a confidential discussion please contact Claudette Du Preez on [Phone Number Removed]; or send your CV to c (dot) [Email Address Removed]
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Desired Skills:

• Operations Management

Desired Work Experience:

• 5 to 10 years

Desired Qualification Level:

• Degree