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Introducing The Alternative Investments Academy

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Alternative investments (hedge funds) are investment portfolios managed by some of the brightest minds in the industry. Like unit trusts, they search for return opportunities in equities, bonds and cash markets. However, they are not regulated in the same way as unit trusts and are allowed to use a wider range of investment strategies than the typical unit trust fund. Their freedom to short stocks and use derivatives means that they are able to manage risk more effectively.

Sanlam Investments has a strong interest in attracting, developing, nurturing and retaining a rich pool of young talent. With this in mind, an amazing opportunity has arisen with the launch of a groundbreaking graduate programme, the Alternative Investments Academy.

The academy is an exclusive graduate recruitment programme designed to attract top graduates who will become part of our hedge fund team.

The programme includes a year in our fund of hedge funds business and two years in our hedge fund business, as well as other developmental courses to equip candidates with rich practical experience. Designed to cultivate, develop and grow superior investment professionals with an excellent trading track record in alternative investments, this programme will provide candidates with the best chance of becoming an entrepreneur by giving them the opportunity to run their own hedge fund book.

The selection process is rigorous but well worth the effort and a great opportunity. If you know of a bright, entrepreneurial young graduate with a passion for the markets and an interest in alternative investments, then share this article with them.

For more information on the programme and how to register, visit www.aiacademy.co.za.

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