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GAM is one of the world’s leading independent asset managers. We provide differentiated active investment solutions and products for institutions, financial intermediaries and private investors.
Together we share a common set of values rooted in teamwork, integrity, entrepreneurial flair and professional excellence.
Our employees are our most valuable asset. Being able to offer an attractive work environment where talented minds from various backgrounds are keen to work is key to the long-term success of our company. We firmly believe in the importance of maintaining the open culture of a small company, aiming to avoid bureaucracy and encouraging a flexible, accessible and hands-on working style across the Group. In turn, our people reward us with their loyalty.
Function:
Investment Management - Discretionary
Department:
Investment Management - Alternatives
Purpose
GAM, established in 1983, has built a reputation for excellence in managing equity, fixed income, multi-asset and alternative investments, and is known for its ability to deliver sophisticated, diversified strategies across global markets. GAM is currently building out a dedicated GAM Alternatives unit to complement GAM's existing investing capabilities, and is in the process of launching several new strategies under the unit.
This new role has been created to facilitate trading and entire “trade life-cycle” operations for GAM Alternatives funds and, in conjunction with GAM Operations teams, establish and maintain effective procedures and internal controls to maintain an institutional quality trading and operational environment within GAM Alternatives.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
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Liaise with trading and monitor global event-driven and special situations investments, in conjunction with GAM Trading Operations
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Monitor and source trading ideas, ECM opportunities, new IPOs and secondary placings
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Regular intra-day communications with investment teams on news flow relating to positions, industry, general market, and macro news flow
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Help update and maintain research models (M&A, holding companies, share classes, stubs, etc.)
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Help maintain prime brokerage, trading counterparty and third-party research relationships.
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Work with Prime Brokers and internal GAM operations teams on collateral and cash management, meeting margin calls, and ensuring FX accuracy both at the position and portfolio level
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Monitor NAVs, portfolio pricing, portfolio risk, financing, stock loan, dividend optimization and corporate actions
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Coordinate risk management efforts between GAM Alternatives and GAM Risk Management
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Ensure accuracy of NAV, performance, and risk measurement
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Drive automation initiatives, ensure operational efficiency and lowest cost delivery via constant interaction with the broader GAM operations teams, GAM Cantab, prime brokers, custodians, and administrators
Qualifications & Experience
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Proven track record in a similar role within a Trading Operations environment
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Experience of event-driven investment strategies
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Experience with raising orders and monitoring portfolios on mainstream Order Management Systems
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Strong knowledge of trade lifecycle
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Experienced working with Risk Management and Prime Brokerage
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Comprehensive stakeholder management and communication skills
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Professional industry qualification an advantage
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Adherence to all regulatory requirements applicable to the role
Personal Attributes
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A drive for excellence with a high attention to detail
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Very good organisational and time management skills
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Ability to work accurately under pressure and to tight deadlines
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Structured approach to work and process driven
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Capable of integrating solid analytical and problem-solving skills with industry knowledge
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Strong interest in financial markets and a strong interest in the intricacies of portfolio management under different regulatory regimes and different prospectus constraints (large and small)
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Self starter and pro-active team player
Benefits
GAM offers a comprehensive range of benefits and performance-based compensation, along with a variety of lifestyle and family benefits to promote well-being in and out of the workplace. These benefits vary according to local market conditions. Please contact the local Human Resources team for further details.
Employing Company/ies:
GAM International Management Limited
Reporting to:
Co-Head of GAM Alternatives
Contract:
Permanent
