Recruitment

Orbis is always on the lookout for the brightest and most talented people from any background. We are looking for:

History of high achievements
Intellectual courage to think and act independently
Interest in markets and investment

We don’t have any detailed job descriptions; we have the opportunity to be flexible in crafting roles for the right people.

General areas we are recruiting people into:

Investment Analysis
Business Management
Fund Operations
Information Technology
Legal and Compliance

Application information

Opportunities – Investment Analysis

The Investment Analysis team is responsible for the research and analysis of business and industry fundamentals to determine the intrinsic value of businesses. We offer a meritocratic environment for analysts to prove their skills objectively using our technical management system. Successful candidates will learn to pick stocks in a firm with market-beating returns across different cycles and market conditions. After a period of mentoring, we offer analysts individual responsibility and freedom to direct their own research efforts.

Opportunities – Business Management

The Business Management team focuses on the analysis and management of business issues. As Orbis is in an exciting time of growth, Business Management focuses on strategy, organizational development, human resources, finance and operations. This multi-faceted role provides the opportunity to grow into the next generation of leaders in Orbis.

Opportunities – Fund Operations

Fund Operations is responsible for a variety of activities and plays an integral role in the day-to-day administration of our funds and servicing our clients. Some responsibilities include:

Fund Accounting:: This team is responsible for net asset value calculations, financial reporting, performance measurement and liaising with administrators, auditors and custodians.
Investor Services:: Investor Services is responsible for the oversight and quality control of client activity processes. In addition, the team responds to client queries, generates management reports, maintains databases and independently and accurately interprets client information. Within the team are Client Service Representatives, who provide prompt and courteous service to clients and potential clients and respond to requests for product and administrative information.
Security Settlement:: The Security Settlement team is responsible for processing fund transaction activity, responding to broker queries, cash and custody reconciliation and the provision of administrative support.
Reporting:: The Reporting team prepares a variety of reports including monthly fact sheets for clients and quarterly and annual reports. Recognising investor needs and being able to provide other ad hoc reports requested by institutional clients helps ensure we are delivering the best possible service to our clients.

Opportunities – Information Technology

The IT team at Orbis develops and maintains a suite of in-house systems for investment research, portfolio management, fund accounting, trading and compliance, website, intranet and client relationship management. 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 organization. Our developers are expected to work closely with the business and deliver creative, efficient solutions. They are also closely involved in the entire lifecycle of a project. We currently have several openings for software developers and candidates who are interested in building and managing our global network and infrastructure.

Opportunities – Legal and Compliance

The Legal and Compliance Team provides advice, recommendations and solutions with regard to the full range of legal, compliance and tax matters that arise in our business. The team evaluates the appropriateness of a particular course of action and leverages their legal and compliance skills to creatively and proactively facilitate the group's realisation of its strategic objectives. We are currently looking for lawyers with corporate and commercial experience as well as candidates who have a background in compliance.

Application Information

Orbis offers excellent opportunity for growth in all of its roles. Our flat management structure emphasizes contribution over seniority meaning that your progression is completely dependent on your ability to add value. If you are interested in discussing career opportunities at Orbis, please send your CV with a cover letter, along with an indication of which opportunity you are interested in, to:

recruitment@orbisfunds.com

We look forward to hearing from you!