Senior Portfolio Manager recruitment

About ETF Securities

ETF Securities is a leading, independent exchange-traded products provider with expertise in commodities. Our pioneering work in this asset class is complemented by specialist capabilities in foreign exchange, as well as thematic equities like resources, transportation and listed infrastructure. We are dedicated to developing liquid, transparent investment solutions that can be traded on world stock exchanges.

The company has a strong history of product innovation and this remains a key tenet of our guiding philosophy. Ever since the management team listed the world’s first gold exchange-traded commodity in 2003, many other market-leading investment solutions have followed.

We strive to exceed the expectations of commodity investors worldwide by aiming to deliver best of breed product, insightful investment research and excellent client service. Currently we are responsible for approximately US$27 billion in global investor assets.

ETF Securities has a hard-working team culture which requires a high degree of commitment, passion, innovation and self-motivation, in return we offer you a rewarding and exciting career.

Job Purpose

The successful candidate will act as head of the Hong Kong office and serve as one of the Key Personnel registered with the SFC. He or she will be responsible for the day to day management and investment performance of a suite of HK-listed precious metal ETFs as well as be the main point of contact for Hong Kong regulators, exchanges, and the sales team with client queries and presentations as necessary. In addition, he or she will help establish the Company’s expansion into Hong Kong and the broader Asia Pacific region.

Key Accountabilities and Scope

1.     Articulate and maintain a robust and consistent investment process in managing the Hong Kong listed commodity ETF portfolios and any new products listed in the future.

2.     Assist in the development of a broader product strategy and development into asset classes including equity, fixed income, currency, and active ETFs for Hong Kong and the broader Asia Pacific region.

3.     Build the Company’s brand and products in the Asia Pacific region through education, PR, marketing and sales efforts.

4.     Give presentations to clients with sales as needed and have a solid grasp of ETF concepts – structuring, trading, asset allocation, portfolio management.

5.     Participate in third party sponsorship and speaking engagements that are aligned with the Company’s strategic marketing and communications objectives within the APAC region.

Skills and Qualifications

• Demonstrable track record in the management of unit trust or mutual funds, with at least 5 years of investment experience (preferably recent experience) in managing exchange traded funds (commodities ETFs a plus) with reputable institutions.

• Experience in listing process of new products in HK and experience working with regulators, exchanges and market participants and service providers preferable.

• Self motivated and keen to work in a small dynamic team.

• Able to travel within the Asian region and to US and Europe as required.

• Degree in accounting, business administration, economics, finance or law from top university/college.

• Professional qualifications such as CFA, CPA, MBA a plus.

• Valid Paper 1 and 6 license

• Hong Kong resident