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2017: How Is The Funds Management Job Market In Melbourne?
I get asked this question all the time. So, I thought I’d draw a diagram that summarises what I have observed. At present the funds management job market is very strong, with several themes driving growth and opportunities. These include the “pull” of candidates to Industry Super (investment and middle office), increased demand for business…
Read MoreThe Rise Of Dedicated Blockchain Teams In Financial Services
Blockchain is a hot topic in financial services and the market is increasingly assembling dedicated blockchain teams to undertake internal or joint pilot programs. Australian-based financial services professionals with a strong technical background and interests in blockchain are definitely going to be well-placed with next career steps. What is blockchain and why the hype in…
Read MoreIs Melbourne The Place For Financial Services Professionals In Australia?
I was reminded how great it is to be part of Melbourne’s financial services community at the recent launch of the 2016 Melbourne Mercer Global Pensions Index. In his address, Wade Noonan MP, Minister for Industry and Employment highlighted that Melbourne’s financial services sector is “going from strength to strength”. Financial services is the largest…
Read MoreChris Goulas Appointed By Kaizen To Drive Superannuation, Wealth And Insurance Recruitment
Kaizen Recruitment has appointed financial services and human resources professional Chris Goulas to meet client recruitment demands in superannuation, wealth management and insurance. Chris’ role requires him to work together in partnership with our clients in resolving their recruitment needs. He will focus on filling a wide range of roles including administration, service delivery,…
Read MoreSuperannuation in the digital (robo) advice age
As superannuation funds look to innovate their services and improve member retention rates, financial planning services are a focal point of development and growth. FINSIA took the initiative to host a forum in which three industry leaders discussed their projects in the digital advice space. Jeremy Duffield Founder of Super Ed and funds management legend…
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