Investment Portfolio Implementation Analyst (Newly Qualified CA(SA)

Rory Mackie & Associates; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Cape Town is seeking a qualified CA(SA) to join their Portfolio Implementation Team. The role involves collaborating with portfolio managers to implement investment views, managing trade orders, and overseeing fund cash flows. The ideal candidate has strong investment knowledge, excellent communication skills, and experience with relevant systems. This position requires attention to detail and a client-focused approach in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified CA(SA) with previous asset management auditing experience.
• Familiarity with Charles River and ThinkFolio is advantageous.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with portfolio managers and dealers to implement investment views.
• Oversee trade orders from inception to completion.
• Manage currency hedging for relevant portfolios.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Strong investment knowledge

Problem-solving abilities

Education

New qualified CA(SA)

Tools

Charles River

ThinkFolio

Excel

MS Office

Bloomberg

Job description

About our clients Portfolio Implementation Team:

The Portfolio Implementation team models Portfolio Manager driven investment views, facilitates tactical trade instructions, monitors asset allocations and cash balances, and manages portfolio constructions and liquidations. The team works in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where accuracy and clear communication are paramount to success. The team collaborates closely with multiple departments across the business, including portfolio managers, dealers, operations, compliance and client onboarding.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with portfolio managers and dealers to efficiently implement investment views across portfolios
• Oversee trade orders from inception to completion
• Develop expertise in the order management systems and actively seek to improve processes
• Handle oversight of fund cash flows, rebalancing of portfolios, and ongoing monitoring of asset allocations, cash positions, and foreign exchange sweeps
• Manage currency hedging for all relevant portfolios, including necessary rolls and adjustments
• Develop an understanding of investment mandates and monitor portfolio compliance with investment guidelines and regulatory restrictions

Requirements:

• New qualified CA(SA), with previous asset management auditing experience
• System skills:
  • Familiarity with Charles River and ThinkFolio is highly advantageous
  • Proficiency in Excel and a solid understanding of MS Office
  • Bloomberg
• Personal qualities:
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Strong investment knowledge with a keen interest in financial markets and instruments
  • A meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
  • Robust problem-solving abilities

Some of the attributes we look for in a person are:

• The ability to ‘approach and own’ and continuously look for opportunities to develop
• Driven by results
• A client focused and collaborative approach
• The ability to build and maintain meaningful relationships