Investment Manager

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Investment Manager to join a growing wholesale fund management business focused on property development, private equity, and alternative investment opportunities.

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This is a senior, hands on role offering exposure across capital raising, investor relations, investment management, fund operations, compliance, and business growth. Reporting directly to the Director, you will play a key role in growing funds under management while ensuring strong operational and regulatory oversight.

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The ideal candidate will bring a combination of capital raising expertise, an established investor network, strong commercial acumen, and a sound understanding of New Zealand's financial services regulatory framework.

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This is a full time, on site position based in Christchurch.

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\n Key Responsibilities\n
\n Capital Raising & Investor Relationships\n
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• Lead capital raising initiatives across wholesale investment funds
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• Build and maintain relationships with wholesale, professional, institutional, and high net worth investors
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• Leverage existing networks and develop new investor relationships to grow funds under management
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• Develop relationships with advisers, referral partners, and distribution channels
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• Present investment opportunities and manage investor communications
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• Support investor onboarding and wholesale investor verification processes
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\n Fund Operations, Risk & Compliance\n
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• Oversee the day to day management and operation of wholesale investment funds
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• Monitor investment performance, portfolio risks, and liquidity
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• Ensure compliance with New Zealand regulatory requirements and fund governing documents
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• Support AML/CFT, risk management, governance, and reporting obligations
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• Liaise with external legal, accounting, audit, and fund administration providers
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\n Investment Management\n
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• Conduct investment analysis, financial modelling, and commercial due diligence
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• Prepare investment recommendations and supporting investment papers
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• Monitor existing investments and recommend strategic actions
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• Contribute to investment strategy, portfolio construction, and new product development
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• Prepare investor and fund performance reports
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\n About You\n
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To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

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• A minimum of five years' experience in funds management, investment management, private equity, property investment, wealth management, capital markets, or a related financial services environment
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• Demonstrated success in capital raising and investor relationship management
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• An established network of wholesale, professional, institutional, or high net worth investors
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• Strong knowledge of New Zealand's wholesale investment framework and relevant financial services legislation
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• Experience with AML/CFT requirements, investor onboarding, and compliance processes
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• Strong financial analysis, modelling, and commercial due diligence skills
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• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
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• High levels of integrity, professionalism, and commercial judgement
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• Full working rights in New Zealand
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Mandarin language skills are not essential for this position but would be considered an advantage.

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\n Remuneration\n
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• Base salary of approximately $130,000 to $150,000 depending on experience
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• Uncapped performance incentives linked to capital raising and business growth objectives
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• Estimated total package of around $170,000 for a successful performer
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• Opportunity to play a key leadership role within a growing investment management business
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\n Why Apply?\n
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This role is ideal for an experienced investment professional who enjoys building investor relationships, raising capital, evaluating investment opportunities, and navigating the regulatory requirements of a growing fund management business. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on business growth while working closely with senior leadership in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment.

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