Careers

About Fairtree:

Fairtree is a trusted investment partner with investment capabilities spanning global, private, and listed asset classes. We continually strive for investment excellence and to deliver high-quality returns to our investors, as we have done since the inception of our first fund in 2003.

At the heart of everything we do at Fairtree is the purpose that the business exists to enrich the lives of all our stakeholders. We believe Fairtree is a tool enabling us in our mission to put each of our stakeholders, through their dealings with or within Fairtree, in a better position to live their individual or collective callings.

We deliver on this purpose through our five core values: Excellence, Integrity, Growth, Real Relationships and Family. We strive to live these values every day and trust that they will drive every action or decision made at Fairtree in the best interest of all stakeholders.

The role:

Enrich the lives of all Fairtree stakeholders by contributing to the organisation’s growth and success and deepening our relationships with various stakeholders. Fairtree is a leading financial services firm committed to delivering exceptional investment solutions. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of SEO, paid advertising, social media, WordPress, basic programming languages, CRM and list management, email marketing, and analytics, including Google Analytics.

The role requires a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and the ability to drive digital marketing initiatives that align with Fairtree’s business objectives.

Main duties and responsibilities

SEO management

  • Conduct keyword research and analysis to enhance organic search visibility
  • Develop and implement on-page and off-page SEO strategies
  • Monitor and report on SEO performance, identifying areas for improvement

Paid advertising:

  • Plan, execute, and optimise paid advertising campaigns across various platforms (Google Ads, LinkedIn, etc.)
  • Manage paid budgets, analyse campaign performance, and generate actionable insights

Social media management:

  • Develop and execute social media strategies to increase brand awareness and engagement
  • Create and curate content for various social media platforms
  • Monitor social media trends and analytics to inform strategy

Website management

  • Maintain and update the company website using WordPress
  • Ensure website content is up to date, engaging, and optimised for search engines
  • Collaborate with developers to implement new features and functionalities

CRM and list management:

  • Manage and segment customer databases to ensure targeted marketing efforts
  • Develop and execute CRM strategies to enhance customer retention and acquisition

Email marketing:

  • Design and execute email marketing campaigns, including newsletters, promotions, and automated workflows
  • Analyse email performance metrics and implement improvements

Analytics and reporting:

  • Utilise Google Analytics and other tools to monitor website traffic, user behaviour, and campaign performance
  • Generate regular reports and provide insights to optimise digital marketing efforts

Ideal Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
  • Certification in Google Ads, Google Analytics, or related platforms is advantageous.

Competencies and attributes:

  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong analytical skills with ability to analyse and interpret data, generate insights, and make data-driven decisions
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to develop and implement effective digital marketing strategies
  • Strong understanding of digital marketing tools and technologies
  • Ability to create engaging content and innovative marketing campaigns
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  • Client-focused: Demonstrates a strong commitment to understanding and meeting client needs
  • Proactive: Takes initiative to anticipate and address issues before they arise
  • Detail-oriented: Ensures accuracy and thoroughness in all tasks
  • Collaborative: Works effectively with both internal teams and external clients, fostering strong relationships

How to apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are a strong fit for this role to careers@fairtree.com by 31 October 2024.

 Fairtree is an equal-opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About Fairtree:

Fairtree is a trusted investment partner with investment capabilities spanning global, private, and listed asset classes. We continually strive for investment excellence and to deliver high-quality returns to our investors, as we have done since the inception of our first fund in 2003.

At the heart of everything we do at Fairtree is the purpose that the business exists to enrich the lives of all our stakeholders. We believe Fairtree is a tool enabling us in our mission to put each of our stakeholders, through their dealings with or within Fairtree, in a better position to live their individual or collective callings.

We deliver on this purpose through our five core values: Excellence, Integrity, Growth, Real Relationships and Family. We strive to live these values every day and trust that they will drive every action or decision made at Fairtree in the best interest of all stakeholders.

About The Fixed Income Quantitative Analyst Role:

The successful candidate will join the Fairtree Fixed Income team, comprising two portfolio managers and three quantitative analysts, with three team members based in London. The role will focus on credit and interest rate derivatives, with a significant portion of time dedicated to programming. The role is suitable for a recent graduate or an individual looking to transition industries.

Additional information:

  • Location: Fairtree office in Newlands, Cape Town
  • Start Date: Negotiable

Qualifications

  • Strong proficiency in mathematics and coding (e.g., MATLAB, C++, Python, OO design, Git, AWS)
  • Possession of a postgraduate degree in engineering or science is preferred
  • A qualification in finance is advantageous but not required

Competencies and attributes:

  • Outstanding analytical ability
  • Curiosity
  • Ability to work independently, seeking out both questions and answers
  • Enjoyment of solving new, sometimes ill-defined problems
  • An interest in and a desire to learn about risk, investing, financial derivatives, and modelling
  • Comfort in an unstructured environment that deviates from typical corporate settings

How to apply

If you believe Fairtree can provide an environment for you to grow and flourish, and you want to explore the Fixed Income Quantitative Analyst opportunity further, please forward your CV and university transcripts to keithf@fairtree.com. Please include the string “qnthr2024” in the body of your email.

There are currently no positions available.

The 2025 Fairtree External Bursary Programme

About Fairtree:

At Fairtree we value excellence, growth and integrity and are looking for undergraduates we can partner with to help them reach their potential.

Your dream is to finish school, attend a renowned university and be employed by an organisation who will mentor and support your career growth. Our dream is to partner with young people who have finished school and who want to build a future in the world of finance, economics and investments. You could be the kind of student we’re looking for and the Fairtree Bursary could be for you. You know where you’re going, but just need a bit of help in getting there.

We’ve been committed to youth and skills development since 2003 and our bursary programme forms part of our commitment to growth and providing opportunities to young people to enter the sector.

Our bursary includes full university tuition, books, and other support, plus the option of employment after successfully completing your studies.

This is a partnership where our shared values resonate and where we’ll guide and mentor you along your chosen career path. We’re committed to your success and want you to keep us up to date on the progress of your studies.

We are committed to transformation and our employment equity plan, so preference will be given to suitably qualified persons from previously disadvantaged groups.

Application process:

To apply, you must be a South African Citizen and hold a valid South African ID Document. You should have excelled in your Grade 12 academic year achieving an average of 65% or higher. You must also have proof of acceptance from an Institute of Higher Learning and be in need of financial assistance.

Academically we need you to supply a certified copy of your June exam results if still in Matric, and a certified copy of your final Matric results. You should have excelled in English and two other subjects.

If you’re currently studying at a Tertiary Institute you can also apply and must give us up to date academic records.

Tell us about the areas you have excelled in during Grade 11 & 12 outside of academics, such as extra-curricular awards and recognition. To give you the best financial support, please detail all expenses involved in your chosen field of study, including proof of tuition fees and the financial assistance you’ll need. Acceptance letter from University, giving full details of untended course to be studied.

Also include a testimonial letter from a teacher or lecturer.

Email your completed forms and documents to careers@fairtree.com.

We urge you to check that you include all the following to ensure your application meets all our requirements:

1. Completed forms
2. Contact details
3. ID documentation
4. All academic records
5. Non-academic achievements
6. Testimonial letter from a teacher or lecturer
7. Details of expenses involved
8. Acceptance letter from University, giving full details of untended course to be studied
9. Parents/ Guardians ID document

Please note:

Fairtree reserves the right to request any further information.

Preference will be given to students from a disadvantaged background and female applicants.

Students who do not perform satisfactorily will lose the opportunity of continued financial support.

If studies are terminated, we have the right to halt any further assistance and to expect that the bursary holder repays the value of the financial assistance provided.

All bursary holders are required to reapply annually for funding by completing the necessary application forms.

Financial assistance to students will be based on available funding.

Please submit your application to careers@fairtree.com by the 25th November 2024.

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