Asset Management Recruiters
At Selby Jennings, we specialise in asset management recruitment in Switzerland. With over 20 years of experience, we connect firms in Zurich, Geneva, and other financial centres with professionals who deliver growth and performance. Our tailored recruitment solutions are designed to align with business objectives and support long-term success. If you are seeking exceptional asset management talent in Switzerland, request a call back to speak with our specialists.
Supporting every step of your asset management recruitment journey
Asset management expertise
Selby Jennings works with asset management firms across Switzerland to meet complex hiring needs. From Zurich to Geneva, we connect businesses with professionals skilled in equities, fixed income, alternatives, and sustainable investment strategies.
Recruitment shaped to your goals
No two firms face the same challenges. We adapt our recruitment approach to your culture and objectives, ensuring every placement adds long-term value as well as technical capability.
Local and international reach
Our network spans Switzerland’s financial hubs and global markets. Whether you need analysts, portfolio managers, or senior leaders, we provide access to talent with the right expertise and cross-border experience.
Lasting partnerships
We go beyond one-off hires by building enduring relationships. Alongside recruitment, we share insights on market trends, salaries, and hiring practices to help firms stay competitive in Switzerland’s evolving financial sector.
Selby Jennings supports a broad range of firms with asset management hiring, including but not limited to:
- Traditional asset managers
- Multi-asset and balanced fund platforms
- ESG and sustainable investment firms
- Thematic and sector-focused managers
- OCIO providers and institutional allocators
- Family offices and sovereign wealth funds
…and many more investment firms where performance, precision, and portfolio strategy are mission-critical.
Looking to grow your team?
Request a call back and speak with one of our specialist consultants today.
Selby Jennings partners with asset managers globally to recruit high-potential talent across investment and distribution functions. Roles we typically support include, but are not limited to:
- Investment Analyst
- Equity Research Analyst
- Fixed Income Analyst
- Quantitative Analyst
- Risk Analyst
- Portfolio Analyst
- Performance Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Client Services Associate
- RFP Associate
- Product Analyst
We connect ambitious professionals with firms where they can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
Selby Jennings offers various workforce solutions tailored to your specific objectives.
- Permanent hires - Our permanent search service, whether through contingent or retained internal asset management recruitment, helps you secure the professionals who can truly make an impact.
- Contract hires - Our extensive network of contractors and interim managers integrate seamlessly into companies to drive short term goals.
- Multi-hire projects - We take a consultative approach with our clients, managing the entire recruitment process from sourcing to hiring across the entire project.
Selby Jennings demonstrated a deep understanding of the asset management space and delivered candidates who exceeded expectations — both technically and culturally. Their responsiveness and insight made them an invaluable recruitment partner.
Ready to discover the perfect candidate?
With our proven track record of success, dedication to client satisfaction, and commitment, we are the go-to asset management recruitment firm for leading institutions across the globe.
Contact us today to discuss your asset management recruitment needs or complete the form and one of our specialist consultants will give you a call.
Asset management recruitment insights
FAQs
The Swiss market is highly competitive, especially in Zurich and Geneva, with strong demand for portfolio managers, compliance specialists, and ESG-focused investment professionals. Competition with private banking and wealth management also makes retaining top talent more difficult.
Zurich is the largest hub, home to global and domestic asset managers, private equity firms, and banks. Geneva is an international centre, particularly for wealth management and cross-border investment. Basel and Lugano also have growing demand, driven by institutional and regional investment activity.
Employers value degrees in finance, economics, or business from leading Swiss and European universities. The Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation is widely recognised, and knowledge of multiple languages, particularly English, French, and German, is often essential. FINMA-recognised training and experience with sustainable finance are increasingly in demand.
FINMA, Switzerland’s financial regulator, sets compliance and governance standards that influence recruitment. Firms also need professionals familiar with EU directives such as MiFID II and UCITS, since many roles involve cross-border activity. This creates strong demand for candidates with regulatory and compliance expertise.
On average, recruitment takes between six and ten weeks. Specialist or senior positions, particularly those requiring multilingual skills or international experience, may take longer due to a narrower talent pool.