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Navigating the Evolving Landscape: Insights from the Funds Management Distribution Round Table 2024

Kaizen Recruitment recently had the privilege of hosting our Funds Management Distribution Executive Roundtable in Sydney for 2024. We would like to thank distribution executives from leading firms such as Alpencrest Partners, PIMCO, Perennial Partners, Maple-Brown Abbott, GQG Partners, MLC Asset Management, Dimensional Fund Advisors, KONU Consulting, Igneo Infrastructure Partners, Northcape Capital, ECP Asset Management,…

Navigating the Cost-Out Business Model – An Interview with Brett Jollie

Darragh Cleary, who leads Kaizen Recruitment’s Investment Operations and Accounting division, recently met with Brett Jollie to discuss the growth of firms adopting “cost-out” strategies. Brett is the former Chief Executive of Aberdeen Asset Management Australia (“abrdn”), where he spent 23 years across a range of functions and had strategic oversight of abrdn’s Australian business….

Investment Operations Salary Guide 2024

Demand for investment operations candidates continues to outstrip supply. Investment operations professionals with 3-5 years of experience are most in demand, particularly those with a broad skillset across investment operations. This is because of the widening remit of investment operations, with several firms now requiring broader skillsets across fund accounting, investment operations, performance, data, and…

ACSI Conference 2024 – Navigating ESG Challenges and Opportunities Across the Australian Business and Investment Landscape

Simon Gvalda; Kaizen Recruitment’s ESG, Sustainability and Responsible Investment recruitment expert; had the privilege of attending the ACSI Conference 2024 last Thursday, 14th of March and has shared his insights on what was discussed at the conference. Australian companies are facing heightened expectations amidst a backdrop of pressing issues, including the urgent need to address…

Kaizen Recruitment Proudly Sponsors FINSIA Emerging Leaders Forum 2024

Kaizen Recruitment is proud to announce its sponsorship of the FINSIA’s Emerging Leaders Forum 2024. The FINSIA Emerging Leaders Forum is designed to foster growth, learning, and networking opportunities for up-and-coming professionals in the financial service sector. This year’s forum promises an enriching experience with a lineup of esteemed financial services industry leaders, interactive sessions,…

Amanda Chisholm Promoted To Director And Wins SEEK SARA Award For Recruitment Consultant of the Year

We are proud to announce the well-deserved promotion of Amanda Chisholm to the position of Director at Kaizen Recruitment. Amanda’s outstanding contributions, commitment to excellence, and exemplary leadership have played a pivotal role in her ascension to this position. Amanda has been an integral part of our team, consistently demonstrating a strong work ethic and…

Kaizen Recruitment Welcomes Jeremy Easy as Senior Recruitment Consultant

We are excited to welcome Jeremy Easy to the Kaizen team as Senior Recruitment Consultant. Jeremy will work across front-office investments, supporting Matt McGilton and partnering with Kaizen’s national client base within Superannuation, Funds Management and Wealth Management. With a strong background in project services recruitment across Superannuation and Investments, Jeremy brings a wealth of knowledge recruiting…

Risk and Compliance Market Update – February 2024

Demand for Risk and Compliance Professionals Prevailing in Financial Services 2023 was another demanding year of change and transformation within financial services risk and compliance teams. Regulatory demands remain persistent with no signs of slowing down and given the shallow pool of candidates with in-depth experience within the different facets of risk and compliance in…

Financial Services Market Update – February 2024

Financial Services Market Update It was a busy end to the calendar year, December 2023, with work being called in right up to Christmas Eve. The overall sentiment in the financial services employment market is very positive, with recruitment activity remaining very strong. Some areas remain a challenge to recruit for and highly sought-after skills…