What's in it for you?
Up until now, the asset management sector has been regarded as dull and not at all 'cool' or dynamic. However, as a result of ongoing developments, this professional field now offers many opportunities for talented individuals like you. Moreover, the Dutch asset management sector - which is listed in Europe's top 5 - is of considerable social value and plays an essential role in society. This is an aspect that should be highlighted more often.
Why is a healthy asset management sector so important?
Seventy-four percent of households in the Netherlands are currently engaged in investing, mainly through their pensions or insurance policies. This means that Dutch interests in the field of investment regulations and the development of capital markets are strong. Money is invested for the long term, such as for retirement or for children's future education. Long-term investment requires a vision of the future, in which not only sustainability and digitalisation play a major role, but also geo-political and global economic developments.
A number of moral dilemmas arise, however, such as the discussion on investment in fossil fuels and weapons but also regarding possibly indirect support in political situations. Moreover, increasingly more social criteria are on the table when the right companies are being selected for a portfolio. Important questions concern how these companies handle diversity and human rights, and whether they pursue a fair remuneration system.
As you can understand, asset managers are better able to address these issues if there exists in their organisation a wide diversity of people. Therefore, the sector needs not only finance students but well-educated individuals from other courses of study, such as politics, engineering, social sciences, and environmental studies.
Where to find opportunities in the asset management sector
You may think the asset management sector is dull, uneventful, and certainly not cool, but this is simply not the case. As a result of ongoing developments, the sector is always dynamic. Because it focuses on long-term investment - which amounts to a total of about 1,500 billion euros on an ongoing basis - many major themes are tabled, such as geo-political and economic developments. To make an optimal selection of sectors and companies that yield long-term returns, a clear vision is required regarding developments such as sustainability and the digitalisation of society. This makes asset management a multifaceted and highly versatile sector to work in. Whether you are a student looking for a side job, an internship, or a traineeship, or you have just graduated and are looking for your first job, or want to develop further and are ready for the next step in your career, talented people like you are in great demand. Together we can continue to commit to a robust asset management sector in the Netherlands.
Five reasons to work in the asset management sector
- Many opportunities, career orientated and otherwise;
- An international field of work;
- Sustainable, civil, and social challenges;
- Advancement opportunities;
- Ongoing development.
Do you recognise yourself in the above, and feel motivated as a result?
If so, please apply immediately, with a view to strengthening the sector with your enthusiasm and fresh perspective.