STANLIB Kenya Limited is a leading Fund Manager across the East African Region and manages assets for both institutional and retail investors across multiple classesSTANLIB is a Pan African premier asset management organization represented in 12 African countries and acting for a wide array of clients.
STANLIB offers a comprehensive range of services and manages over USD 50 billion across these jurisdictions
1. Job Vacancy: Investment Manager
Job Purpose:
A key part of the East African Investment Team, to drive the investment process, maximise investment return and engage positively with all stakeholders
Key Responsibilities
Formulation of asset allocation, security selection and investment strategy
Meeting investment objectives and generating benchmark beating investment returns for STANLIB clients
Ensure that client portfolios are aligned to client mandates and the internal house view
Research and present new and viable investment opportunities for purposes of portfolio diversification and performance enhancement
Engagement with stakeholders and clients for purposes of retention, growth and new business opportunities
Evaluate, monitor and prepare reports on investment portfolios and investment performance for a variety of stakeholders
Innovate new investment business solutions and products that will lead to increased business growthKey Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in finance, economics or a related field with a strong track record of academic achievement.
A Masters Degree will be desirable
Attainment of CFA qualifications or evidence of pursuit will be an added advantage
At least 4 to 6 years’ experience in an investment related function with a proven track record of managing client portfolios and generating sustainable performance
Working knowledge of the asset management, unit trust, pension, insurance and alternative asset environment
Technically proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Working knowledge of Bloomberg or Reuters is desirable
Detail oriented with proven skill in analytical decision making
Proven skills in time management, including managing multiple tasks
Strong communication skills with a high level of professionalism and ethical standards
Highly motivated, committed and responsible, with a demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team2. Job Vacancy: Investment Analyst
Job Purpose:
A pivotal role in the East African Investment Team, to originate, evaluates, recommend and monitor both listed and unlisted investments
Key Responsibilities
Supporting investment sourcing, evaluation and investment implementation by reviewing inbound investment materials and assessing performance of targeted investments
Creating and executing financial analysis in support of the investment process by developing and updating flexible financial models and financial forecasts
Develop, conduct and co-ordinate investment and financial analysis into reports and presentations to facilitate the investment decision making process
Structuring and conducting research on a wide range of geographies, industries, companies, industries and macro economic trends
Conduct portfolio analytics and risk implementation as regards investment product and portfolio performance
Business analysis and reporting for internal management and other stakeholdersKey Qualifications
Bachelors degree with a concentration in finance, economics or a related field with a strong track record of academic achievement
Attainment of CFA qualifications or evidence of pursuit will be an added advantage
At least 3 to 5 years’ experience in an investment related or research function with good knowledge of financial modelling
Working knowledge of the financial services industry
Technically proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Working knowledge of Bloomberg or Reuters is desirable
Detail oriented with proven skill in analytical decision making
Proven skills in time management, including managing multiple tasks
Strong communication skills with a high level of professionalism and ethical standards
Highly motivated, committed and responsible, with a demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a teamJob related skills
Strong analytical skills
Good presentation skills
Good communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Hands on approachInterested candidates who meet the above qualifications and experience should submit their applications to sinvestments@stanbic.com by Tuesday 17th February 2015.
STANLIB Kenya Limited is an equal opportunity employer with a compelling Employee Value Proposition.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
