The role

Research and analysis of global equity markets to identify outstanding investment opportunities for our clients. In accordance with Orbis' proven investment philosophy, our investment analysts look at business and industry fundamentals to determine a company's intrinsic value. They are expected to reach well-researched, independent conclusions which often challenge conventional wisdom.

Development

New joiners on the investment team are mentored by a senior investment professional, but are expected to contribute their own research from day one. Future opportunities are limited only by each team member's potential to add value to the clients, so development is tailored to the strengths of the individual. Formal training is kept to a minimum, but all analysts are supported through the CFA programme.

What we look for

There is no favoured academic discipline and no requirement for professional investment experience. Orbis looks for people who have consistently demonstrated excellence in past pursuits, and whose personality and temperament are suited to the demands of the role and the culture of the firm. Orbis analysts need to combine the courage of acting on their convictions with the humility of recognising when they are wrong.

What new joiners can expect

Successful applicants will find that they are soon expected to take responsibility for their own decisions and will be held accountable for their own investment recommendations. After an initial mentoring period, junior analysts will be given the opportunity to test themselves with a simulated portfolio of their own top ideas, from which some will move on to recommending stocks for the client portfolios. Along the way, every new analyst will gain invaluable experience and be given the opportunity to learn directly from some of the most talented and demonstrably successful bottom-up stock pickers in the industry.

Recruitment process

Orbis invites interested candidates to provide a CV as the first step of an application. Applicants may then be asked to take a personality profiling analysis, which takes the form of an online test that can be performed anywhere with an internet connection. Those subsequently asked for interview will typically go through several rounds and may be asked to provide further written materials before an offer of employment is made. Orbis is open for applications all year round.

How to apply

Please send your CV and covering letter, along with the reference ORB-IA in the subject line, to recruitment@orbisfunds.com.

The role

The Investment Counsellor Group is an essential complement to the investment service we offer our clients. The Investment Counsellor Group is charged with managing the interface between our clients and the investment services we provide to them. We facilitate the firm earning the trust and confidence of our clients through ensuring congruency between the clients' recognized needs and objectives and the investment functions of the firm. Client education and retention over time are key objectives. Investment Counsellor Group members need to understand investments and people.

Development

Over time, there is the opportunity to develop within the team with the aim to manage and be directly responsible for client and consultant relationships. There is also the opportunity to study towards a professional qualification (CFA or equivalent).

What we look for

The successful candidate would have exceptional verbal and written communication skills and a passion for people and working with clients. He/she would have a high level of attention to detail and have excellent problem solving skills. The candidate should be educated to degree level or equivalent, in any discipline. Prior industry knowledge is not essential. A willingness to learn and continually improve is mandatory.

What new joiners can expect

The candidate will have the opportunity to work with a growing team and to be instrumental in building an excellent experience for our clients. In-house tools are available to enable the candidate to build knowledge of the industry and of Orbis. In our professional culture, satisfaction derives from a job well done.

How to apply

Please send your CV and covering letter, along with the reference ORB-ICG in the subject line, to recruitment@orbisfunds.com.

The IT team at Orbis creates and operates the global infrastructure and develops and maintains a suite of in-house systems which perform various business critical functions. Orbis believes that IT is integral to the business and has a huge potential to give us a competitive advantage in every facet of the organisation.

In line with this belief, the IT development teams reflect the structure of our business and we have teams focussed on development for investment research, portfolio management, fund accounting, investor services, security settlement, reporting, trading and compliance, website and the intranet. On a day to day basis, developers are expected to work closely with the business and deliver creative, efficient solutions. They also get full exposure to the entire lifecycle of the project.

The IT infrastructure team is responsible for ensuring maximum business efficiency through a state-of-the-art operating environment. The team provides equipment and infrastructure including Cisco telepresence, WAN, LAN, Windows Servers, PCs, blackberries, telephony system, etc.

How to apply

Please send your CV and covering letter, along with the reference ORB-IT in the subject line, to recruitment@orbisfunds.com.