Funds and Mandate Specialist - Alternative Investments

CTBC Bank, Singapore Branch

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JOB PURPOSE

• Assume primary responsibility to support the development and maintenance of the Fund Platform for CTBC Private Banking (“CTBC PB”), with a focus on Alternative Investment Funds including Private Market Funds and Hedge Funds.

• Be responsible for CTBC PB discretionary investment portfolios

• Contribute to the promotion and distribution of discretionary portfolios and fund products.

• Manage related processes and process enhancement projects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Fund Platform Support

• To improve funds and DPM penetration rate in client portfolios.

• Take charge of the efforts of Alternative Investment related fund research, due diligence, process and output that can be implemented and leveraged across the region

• Prepare internal and external client-ready publications, updates and marketing materials for Alternative Investment funds

• Manage relationships with major counterparties and key market players in the Alternative Funds space and stay informed about relevant market developments and news / events

• Be familiar with Focus List of funds and be prepared to promote the distribution of fund products and portfolios to clients

• Actively participate and support the shaping of the Specialist List of all fund products

• Work within the Funds team to ensure coverage at all times, directly support / backup Funds group during absences

• Be available for RMs/ICs consultations regarding client queries, recommended lists and sales ideas

Discretionary Portfolio Management Support

• Support the management of Discretionary Mandate including potentially taking on the role and responsibilities as DPM portfolio manager.

Sales Support

• Work closely with RMs/ICs to assist in client investment proposals to drive product sales

• Foster, whenever possible, the development of the knowledge base within the relationship management team, through dedicated and on-the-job training

• Publish regular investment material for use with clients, including flash output as appropriate

• Respond to ICs / RMs queries on a timely basis

Compliance and Processes

• Ensure full compliance with CTBC internal Policies and Procedures, further with all local and cross-border regulatory requirements

• Manage funds & mandate related product programs, policies and vendor due diligence

• Manage product setup and the regular reviews processes

• Be actively involved in ad hoc projects for process/system enhancements

Key Skills & Attributes

• Technical capabilities in Funds products, particularly in Alternative Investment Funds and Private Market Funds space

• Proven people manager with a commitment to teamwork

• Highest ethical standards

• Relevant education, investment experience and proven investment track record in a private client framework

• Mature, highly credible with strong client focus

• Relevant experience of working in Asia Pacific

• Excellent communicator, Mandarin proficient

• “Can do” attitude complemented with diplomatic, proactive and commercial approach