Investment20/20

Investment20/20 had an incredible time hosting Regent High School, South Bank University Sixth Form and City of London Academy Islington at Ninety One. It was a fantastic opportunity for students to gain insights into the world of investment management and explore various career pathways. The session kicked off with Reuben Overmark from The Investment Association sharing his inspiring career journey, providing valuable insights and motivation to the students. The students then had the chance to network with current and alumni trainees and apprentices, including Enida Januzi, Lexi Cooper-Dervan, Molly Parker, Emily Allen and Simona Tesema from Schroders, Hana Akber and Amber Dring from Fidelity International, Jumobi Bakare from J.P. Morgan Asset Management, Erin Tafarshiku from Franklin Templeton and Taliyah Frimpong from AllianceBernstein.  The HR team at Ninety One, including Craig Stafford and Lydia Rowlands, also took part in the networking session, making it a truly collaborative and enriching experience. Thank you to Craig Stafford and Lydia Rowlands for organising such a successful event.  Charlotte Adele Smith, Jenny Barber, Gina Griesel

Last week, Investment20/20 had the pleasure of hosting 40 students from Saint Francis Xavier (SFX) Sixth Form College Form College at J.P. Morgan Asset Management. The visit was a fantastic opportunity for the students to experience a dynamic workplace firsthand and gain valuable insight into the investment management industry.    The day started with a warm welcome and introduction to J.P. Morgan Asset Management from Dilesh Desai.  The students were engaged and enthusiastic, asking insight ful questions and showing a keen interest in the various careers paths available within the industry.    A big thank you to Iola Sullivan, Jack Robbens, Jumobi Bakare, Mala Sachdev and Emmanuel A. for taking part in a panel ran by Caroline Balland Chedeville. Your insights and experiences were invaluable to the students. Our panellists were then joined by Yasser Elaasar, Brandon Stone, Tremaine Facey, Abena Boateng and Aya Hamitouche for informal networking, which provided even more opportunities for the students to connect and learn.    After the networking session, Irina Ray Chaudhuri and Yasser Elaasar delivered an engaging workshop on the recruitment process, providing the students with valuable tips and insights.    Also, a big thank you to all the staff at J.P. Morgan Asset Management for their time and sharing their experiences with the young people. Your support and dedication made a significant impact helping the students envision themselves in similar roles in the future.    A special thank you to Caroline Balland Chedeville, Iola Sullivan, Gigi Goh, Yo Takatsuki and Toni A. for organising and panning such an engaging and successful visit. Thank you to Ann Lawrence, Natalie Green and Aaron Takyi for bringing along your enthusiastic students. Charlotte Adele Smith, Gina Griesel

Dive into the latest issue of the Investment20/20 Tomorrow’s Talent Insights! Huge thanks to the Institute of Student Employers for sharing their insight on trends in early talent recruitment 📈 In this quick 5-minute read, you’ll gain the highlights from ISE’s recent student recruitment survey, including: • The data behind the rise in applications in 2024 • Shifts in graduate and school leaver hiring • Impact of AI in applications. Don’t miss out on these valuable insights - read the full article here 👉 https://bit.ly/4f5n89S #Investment2020 #EarlyTalent #RecruitmentTrends #CareerGrowth Karis Stander, Jenny Barber, Charlotte Adele Smith, Sue Allen, Carla Wilson, Gina Griesel, Juliet Leith, Shrena Fraser Johnson, Kandana Hamilton

Do you have good attention to detail and enjoy making new relationships? If so, Polar Capital invites you to apply for their Product Management role.  Full training is provided - all you need is a keen interest in learning more about the investment industry! Visit our website for more information 👉 https://bit.ly/41qYDAE Close date: 31 December 2024 Start date: February 2025 Location: London Salary: £30,000 Rachel Stynes, Gina Griesel #GraduateJobs #careerinfinance #investment2020

Last week, Investment20/20 had the pleasure of welcoming 60 students from Saint Francis Xavier (SFX) Sixth Form College, St Charles Catholic Sixth Form College and Whitmore High School to Insight Investment for a workplace visit. This event provided a fantastic opportunity for sixth form students to gain a behind-the-scenes look at the investment management industry and network with professionals. The students were introduced to Insight Investment by Joash Buijs and Joanna Mulligan. They participated in engaging and informative masterclasses led by Peter Bentley, Rich Turner and Tim Benjamin, who shared insights into their career pathways and introduced different parts of the business. An office tour gave the students a glimpse into the daily operations at Insight Investment. Additionally, students took part in an interactive investment game with guidance from Grace C., Katie Price, Adam K., Ben Bushell and Alex Preece. Following their introduction to the investment management industry, the students had the chance to ask questions to our professional panel on topics such as the recruitment process, standing out in applications and the challenges our volunteers have faced during their careers. We extend our gratitude to our panellists, Benjamin Gruneberg, Tim Benjamin, Joanna Mulligan, Rachel Blades, Jeff Jones and Rich Turner for sharing their expertise and advice with the students. Thank you to all our speakers for their time and for sharing their experiences and knowledge. Special thanks to Joash Buijs and Joanna Mulligan for organising such an engaging and inspiring session. Thank you also to Natalie Green, Richard Smith and Dilan Wanniachchi for bringing along their students. Charlotte Adele Smith, Gina Griesel, Jenny Barber

A special thanks to Karis Stander and the panel of Investment20/20 members and allies for an insightful discussion on the critical role of nurturing and expanding Scotland’s talent pool at the The Investment Association's Scottish Investment Conference.   It was a valuable opportunity to engage with leaders committed to shaping the future of talent and innovation in the Scottish investment sector, including Sandy Begbie CBE FRSE, CEO, Scottish Financial Enterprise, Douglas Scott, Investment Manager, Aegon Asset Management, Diane Crichton, Head of Human Resources, Walter Scott & Partners and Chris Meyrick, Partner, BDO #Investment2020 #TalentDevelopment #Innovation #ScotlandTalentPool

If you are a graduate looking for your first role in the Investment and Pension world, then 7IM want to hear from you!  They are looking for someone who has great communication skills and eager to learn. Visit our website for more information 👉 https://bit.ly/49adO39 Close date: 13 December 2024 Start date: ASAP Location: London #GraduateJobs #CareerInFinance #Investment2020

Do you enjoy interpreting data and enjoy building relationships?  If you are a graduate and this sounds like you, Natixis Investment Managers would like to hear from you! Close date: 13 December 2024 Start date: ASAP Location: London Salary: £35,000 Visit our website for more information 👉 https://bit.ly/3OkDL6w Sarah D., Gina Griesel #GraduateJobs #CareerInFinance #Investment2020

Reflecting on the IA Culture & Inclusion Conference 2024 🎉 The Investment Association’s Culture & Inclusion Conference 2024, hosted yesterday by M&G Investments, offered a deep dive into the challenges and opportunities facing HR and compliance professionals in the investment industry. Alongside the launch of The Investment Association’s 2024 Culture, Talent and Inclusion Report, legal, digital, HR and compliance experts joined us to explore and discuss the latest on: • Employment Law Reforms: Understanding the implications for investment managers and strategies for effective preparation. • Non-Financial Misconduct: Building frameworks to manage reputational risk. • Inclusion & Wellbeing: Cultivating a culture of inclusion during challenging economic times. • Remuneration Landscape: Updates on the EU Pay Transparency Directive and its business implications. Investment20/20 took to the stage to host the session on ‘Generative AI: Exploring its transformative power in recruitment and candidate assessment’. With expert insights from Robert Newry, Mehmet Yilmaz, James King and Tom Baker, attendees got the latest on the role of AI in early talent recruitment strategies and its broader applications across HR. We look forward to supporting our members to continue to drive positive change in our industry🌟 Download our 2024 Culture, Talent and Inclusion Report:   https://bit.ly/491QDrD Karis Stander, Director of Culture, Talent & Inclusion at The Investment Association and Managing Director of Investment20/20, Katy Bennett, Director, PwC, Anika M., Senior Manager, PwC, Duncan Coombe, Head of Human Capital, Ninety One, Shrena Fraser Johnson, Culture, Talent and Inclusion Specialist, The Investment Association, Vishal Khosla, Partner, EY, Jenny Barber, Director of Careers and Talent, Investment20/20, Robert Newry, CEO and Co-Founder, Arctic Shores, Mehmet Yilmaz, Recruiter, Monzo Bank, James King, Senior Policy Adviser, The Investment Association, Tom Baker, Head of Talent, Resourcing & Early Careers, M&G plc, David Berman, Partner, Covington & Burling LLP, Chris Bracebridge, Partner, Covington & Burling LLP, Rachel Weallans, Global Head of HRBPs & Head of EMEA HR, Janus Henderson Investors and Isabel Lovett, Human Capital, Ninety One. #Inclusion #HR #Compliance #InvestmentIndustry #GenerativeAI #CultureAndInclusion

Fulcrum Asset Management are looking for an enthusiastic graduate, with a passion for Python and keen to build a career in data analysis. If you love coding and enjoy problem-solving, this could be the opportunity for you! Visit our website for more information 👉 https://bit.ly/3YLUqVy Close date: 28 November 2024 Start date: ASAP Location: London Gabrielle Tasker, Juliet Leith #TechCareers #graduatejobs #Investment2020