About Our Firm
Our firm is a fast-growing, Switzerland-based commodity investment fund manager with a strong focus on disciplined risk management and transparency. We manage quantamental commodity investment strategies and are committed to the highest standards of governance, compliance, and investor communication.
The Role
To support our next stage of growth, we are seeking an experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Risk Officer to oversee operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and risk management across the firm.
Key Responsibilities
- Operational Leadership:
- Oversee day-to-day operations of the fund, including administration and internal controls.
- Coordinate with portfolio management, compliance, accounting, and external service providers to ensure smooth operational workflows.
- Drive process improvement initiatives and operational scalability as the fund grows.
- Risk Management:
- Monitor the firm’s risk management framework covering market, liquidity, operational, and counterparty risks.
- Conduct regular risk assessments, scenario analyses, and stress testing of the fund’s portfolios.
- Present risk reports and recommendations to senior management and the Board of Directors.
- Regulatory & Compliance Oversight:
- Act as the key contact with FINMA and ensure the fund’s full compliance with Swiss financial regulations.
- Manage the annual FINMA regulatory audit.
- Maintain up-to-date documentation and reporting processes in accordance with regulatory standards, including US CFTC requirements.
- Work closely with legal and compliance teams to ensure adherence to AML, data protection, and governance requirements.
- Investor Communication:
- Prepare and present operational and risk reports to investors and stakeholders.
- Support fundraising and investor relations through transparent communication regarding fund processes, risk controls, and performance.
- Represent the firm at investor meetings, due diligence sessions, and industry events.
The Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will possess:
- 10–15 years of experience in fund operations, risk management, or related functions within the financial or commodity investment industry.
- Solid understanding of commodity markets, derivatives, and fund structures (UCITS, AIF, etc.).
- Proven experience managing relationships with FINMA or other European financial regulators, including regulatory audits.
- Strong knowledge of Swiss regulatory frameworks, compliance, and risk management standards.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of interacting confidently with investors and regulators.
- Fluency in English and German is required.
- CFTC Series 3 license holder preferred.
- A university degree in Finance, Economics, Law, or a related field; advanced qualifications (e.g., CFA, FRM, CAIA) preferred.
Personal Attributes
- Strategic thinker with a pragmatic, hands-on approach.
- High integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
- Collaborative, comfortable working in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.
The Offer
We offer:
- Opportunity to join one of the fastest growing commodity funds.
- Competitive compensation package and performance-based incentives.
- Collaborative, professional, and international work environment.
About Working at Pala
Working at Pala means being part of a highly collaborative and dedicated team of investment professionals. You will thrive if you are a team player and high achiever with a positive attitude. We operate from one office but maintain a global perspective, and we highly value diversity.
Location
Zug, Switzerland
How to Apply
Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
About Pala Investments
Pala is a multi-strategy investment company leveraging knowledge and creativity to generate consistent investment returns. Our mission is to facilitate a shift to a lower carbon economy driven by responsible and sustainable value chains. With a team of accomplished industry professionals, we seek to partner with management teams, boards, and shareholders to create long-term value through a range of trading strategies aligned with our investment thesis.
About Frontier Commodities
Frontier is a fully liquid commodity investment strategy, delivering cross-commodities absolute return through derivatives. The strategy invests in metals, energy, agriculture, and environmental commodities, utilizing a quantamental approach that combines quantitative models with fundamental insights. We leverage an internally developed big data platform and advanced AI systems to support our idea generation. Since inception, Frontier has demonstrated a track record of strong performance relative to benchmarks.
For More Information
Visit our websites: www.pala.com and https://frontier-commodities.com/