Fund Placement Research Analyst
Likely
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer has issued visas recently
Pro only
Salary
Pro sees the advertised pay
£45,800
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2422 (79% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £45,800, and Variety Capital Limited is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 3531 (Brokers). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2422 Finance and investment analysts and advisers Most likely code | £33,400 Clears | £36,700 Clears | £41,200 Clears | £45,800 Clears |
3531 Brokers Also possible | £36,700 Clears | £52,400 Clears | £52,400 Clears | £52,400 Clears |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Fund Placement Research Analyst | London | Year-1 OTE £45-55k
Do you want to be part of a growing, elite fund platform and play a key role in our team's success? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you gain tremendous learning opportunities and responsibility from day one? Are you passionate about working with top-tier investment managers and leading institutional investors globally?
Variety Capital is seeking driven and talented individuals, with a passion for financial markets, to join our best-in-class investment fund platform. This role offers significant earning potential for driven individuals committed to a meritocratic environment, with Year-1 OTE ranging from £45,000 to £55,000 and the potential to fast-track to senior management.
About Variety Capital:
Based in South Kensington, Variety Capital prides itself on bringing proven “alpha” managers to non-US markets via its UCITS ICAV fund platform. We provide co-branded fund launches for outstanding investment managers to attract institutional investors from non-US markets. We oversee fund operations and raise capital in international markets through our investor network developed over 23 years. We have over 45 institutions across Europe, Middle East and Asia invested in our funds. We also selectively work with private markets clients to raise capital globally, including in the United States, via a US Broker-Dealer.
What You'll Gain:
- Comprehensive training and deep insight into the institutional investor universe
- Training to use our proprietary AI research and marketings tools
- Work directly with our leading fund managers partners and clients, and gain a first-hand insight into their investment and risk management strategies
- The opportunity to build relationships with key decision-makers (CIOs, Fund Managers, Fund Selectors) at financial institutions globally
Ideal Candidate:
- Bachelor's degree preferably in Economics, Finance, Investment Management, or related field
- Self-starter with resilience and excellent communication skills
- Experience on the phone and via Zoom speaking and dealing with clients is a big plus
- IMC, CFA, CAIA, or other investment management qualifications are advantageous but not required
- Native English speaker or English bi-lingual with German, Spanish, Arabic or Japanese.
**Please note: We outsource and partner with investment managers, this is NOT an opportunity for those seeking a career in investment management or research**
To Apply:
- If this opportunity excites you, send your CV along with a 300-word introduction explaining how you can add value to [email protected]
- Email subject: Variety Hiring - [Your Name]
We only accept applicants who send an email.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Variety Capital Limited, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Finance and investment analysts and advisers (SOC 2422) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~203k in sample- Middle half £36,296–68,744
- Median £49,816
- Going rate £45,800
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–41,200
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Variety Capital Limited holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2422 going rate of £45,800. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.