About this role
Let's Write Africa's Story Together!
Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.
Job Description
Symmetry is a business in build mode, evolving, growing, and redefining what investment solutions should look like.
This role is accountable for research & analysis and investment recommendations within an asset class. The incumbent is individually accountable for achieving results through own efforts.
Key Responsibilities
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Researches, analyses and monitors asset managers and strategies.
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Makes recommendations for the selection of investment decisions based on the research process.
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Produce high quality research and insights reports on investment solutions.
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Produce fund peer group analysis output with quality insights (e.g. quarterly screening, manager flags, report back preparation, fiduciary updates).
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Act as key points of access and communication between external fund managers and Symmetry.
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Assist in collecting and transforming relevant information relating to funds, fund managers, market trends, etc.
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Keep the OMMM team abreast of important market events related to funds and fund managers
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Effectively communicate manager research findings to broader team
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These responsibilities offer an overview and a general outline of the role and are not exhaustive.
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Qualification, Skills and Experience
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Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, or a related field.
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CFA candidate or charterholder, or similar.
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2 - 7 years of relevant experience
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Relevant knowledge of the industry and fund managers
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Demonstrate strong quantitative and analysis skills
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Skills
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Accounting, Action Planning, Analytical Thinking, Budget Management, Client Management, Computer Literacy, Data Classification, Data Compilation, Data Controls, Data Modeling, Document Management, Evaluating Information, Oral Communications, Policies & Procedures
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Competencies
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Business Insight
## Collaborates
## Communicates Effectively
## Decision Quality
## Ensures Accountability
## Financial Acumen
## Instills Trust
## Manages Complexity
Education
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NQF Level 5 - Higher, Advance or Occupational Certificate or equivalent
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Closing Date
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29 October 2026 , 23:59
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The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.
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