How to become a Hedge Fund Manager

What does a Hedge Fund Manager do?

Want to make a career out of hedging your bets? You should read this…

A Hedge Fund Manager is an asset manager who specialises in reducing the risk of your investments, but without minimising the return. The hedge funds they create include a wide variety of assets and investment opportunities, including stocks, bonds, futures and unregistered securities.

Hedge Fund Managers can work with large organisations, or individuals with significant assets, always aiming to bring profit, whether the market rises or falls.

Typical duties for a Hedge Fund Manager may include:

• Researching and analysing the market
• Identifying the best assets for investment
• Buying and selling assets, and creating investment portfolios
• Using leverage to increase returns
• Coming up with comprehensive forecasts and managing funds
• Meeting clients, informing them of their options and providing advice

Is a career as a Hedge Fund Manager right for me?

Becoming a Hedge Fund Manager certainly isn’t a walk in the park. It’s one of the highest-pressure positions in the whole financial sector, but one which comes with great financial rewards. Salaries will vary, but generally run to six figures, not including the lucrative bonuses that come as extra.It’s also an incredibly competitive industry.

You’ll need a real passion for the stock market and, ideally, experience in trading your own stocks to get started. This will help build the gut instincts and feel for the market to successfully back-up your decisions.

Other key skills for a Hedge Fund Manager include:

• Financial acumen
• Dedication
• Credibility
• Confidence and conviction
• Reliability and trustworthiness