Description

Our firm is a fast-growing, Switzerland-based commodity investment fund manager with a strong focus on disciplined risk management and transparency. We manage a quantamental commodity investment strategies and are committed to the highest standards of governance, compliance, and investor communication.

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.

The Role will involve the following:

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 Individual

The successful candidate will have the following:

• 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, with the ability to interact confidently with investors and regulators.
• Fluency in English and German required.
• CFTC Series 3 license holder preferred.
• 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 the following:

• Opportunity to join one of the fastest growing commodity fund.
• Competitive compensation package and performance-based incentives.
• Collaborative, professional, and international work environment.

About working at Pala

Working at Pala means working with 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 work in one office but take a global view. We value diversity.

Location

Zug, Switzerland

Interested parties should send a cover letter and CV to jobs(at)pala.com.

About Pala Investments

Pala is a multi-strategy investment company.

We use our knowledge and creativity to leverage long-term capital to generate consistent investment returns and allow us to facilitate a shift to a lower carbon economy driven by responsible and sustainable value chains.

Pala has a team of accomplished industry professionals and seeks to partner with management teams, boards and shareholders to create long-term value; in addition to deploying a range of trading strategies aligned to our investment thesis.

About Frontier Commodities

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