Qualified, enthusiastic talent — ready to go
Employers
Experienced & developed talent you need – faster
You don’t need more choices; just better ones. We give you the right candidates with role-relevant experience and good character.
Hiring shouldn’t be an expensive gamble
- Constant employee churn
- Time lost getting them up to speed
- Candidates lacking real-world skills you need
Talent that’s ready to excel, from the first day forward
- Faster transition to full performance
- Complete confidence in every candidate
- Simplified search process
Our guarantee
If the candidate we sourced and placed leaves within the specified time period, we will find you a replacement, free of charge.
Testimonials
Yutong Li MBA Sr. FX Analyst CIBC
FSE were fully committed to my success and delivered at every stage of the process.
I had a great experience working with FSE. They have an excellent reputation and strong relationships which definitely provides a lot of credibility to their candidates.
Hamza Shaikh CPA Sr. Associate Fund Administration MUFG Investor Services
I was promoted to a senior analyst position in just 18 months whereas the average time for a promotion was just over 2 years.
After several unsuccessful attempts in my search of a job in my field, I worked with FSE. Where I am now and where I'm headed would not have been possible without them. Working with FSE enabled me to secure a P&L Analyst position with one of the largest Hedge Fund Administration company's in the world.
Salman Mughal Associate Operations Spartan Fund Management
FSE were exceptional in guiding me through the process of securing a role in Capital Markets
Working with FSE, I gained valuable hands on industry relevant exposure and significantly upgraded my interview skills, which gave me an edge over other candidates. Within a few weeks, I was able to secure an associate level position with a large hedge fund manager. I am convinced that working with FSE has and will continue to open many doors for me.
Karen Xiao Team Lead Fund Valuations SGGG FSI.
FSE invested in me. I'm very lucky to have been part of an organization and process that puts people before profits
FSE delivers in ways which benefit you perpetually. Their depth and accuracy in my transition to a desired position was flawless. Without the technical and soft skills I acquired, I don’t think I could be as successful as I have been.
Anh Tran CPA Manager Alternative Investment Services RBC
FSE helped me jump start my career in capital markets.
I found the skills and knowledge acquired working with FSE very useful and was able to implement it practically. I currently work as a manager and continue to benefit from FSE's industry expertise and professional advice.
Cameron Shin CPA Sr. Associate Tax KMPG
Fund Services Edge played an invaluable role in my career development and placement
I'm very grateful for the practical expertise and knowledge I gained. I was able to start my career in hedge fund administration and have since moved to a global public accounting firm focusing on fund taxation.
Crystal Qin Supervisor Fund Valuations SGGG FSI.
Working with FSE gave me a first-hand experience of technicalities but also helped me think clearly about what I wanted to do in life.
After I graduated, I applied to many positions in the financial market but I was ineffective. I got in touch with FSE and they helped me grow professionally. They are very skilled and know a great deal about capital markets, up to date and well integrated in the industry.
Daniel Poh Consultant Strategy & Consulting Accenture
FSE provided me with the wow factor that I was lacking and set me on the right path
Working with FSE, I gained the much needed experience and confidence through industry expertise, found invaluable mentorship, built lifelong friendships and landed an analyst level position in the hedge fund space. If you have gaps in your experience and ability then this is the silver bullet you need.
Sathi Ananthan CIMA Senior Vice President Fund Valuations SGGG FSI.
FSE has been instrumental in transforming our talent pool and their capabilities
Average tenure for talent has greatly increased and FSE candidates have proven to have a successful progression within our organization. We are pleased with the results FSE has produced for us.
Brent Channell CFA Managing Director Spartan Fund Management
Talent experienced in the technical aspects of capital markets
FSE has provided our organization with talent that has been very well equipped. I have been particularly impressed by FSE’s identification of investable talent that can be developed, making them a right fit for our organization.
Alina Li Sr. Analyst Finance & Operations WinnerMax Capital
I attribute a huge part of my success to the industry experience, technical skills and meaningful relationships that I built through FSE
After graduating with a high GPA from a top undergraduate program, I was getting calls for basic jobs. With FSE's help, in less than 2.5 years I secured multiple promotions and moved on to work as an analyst at a large asset management firm.They are genuinely caring, and to this day they remain committed to my success.
Charles Wu CPA Sr. Hedge Fund Accountant Fund Valuations SGGG FSI.
FSE continues to invest in me in technology and automation expertise.
It took me months looking for jobs with no real results. My job search process ended after I decided to work with FSE. FSE prepared me to get ready for the job in the real world. Not just the hard skills, but also soft skills like communications and problem-solving. I was offered a position of my choice within one month.
I do not wish to be contacted unsolicited for networking or other reasons unless formally initiated through FSE.
Clarify the hiring process
Access candidates who are experienced in the skills you want.
Full transparency
We share our rigorous assessment data, so you understand the candidate comprehensively, before investing in the hiring process.
Extensive support
Experience continued support beyond hiring, so you know you can depend on FSE for your new hire for the long term.
Converting potential into practical through:
Accounting & Financial Development Operations
- Nav Calculation
- Performance
- Reporting
- Allocation – P&L Attribution
- Market Risk
- VAR
- Financial Instruments – OTC – Distributions
- Waterfall
- Equalization
- Pricing – IPV
- AIFMD
- P&L analysis
- Greeks
Data Analytics Development Operations
- Machine Learning
- Statistical Data Analysis
- Visualization
- Coding
- Libraries
- Data Modelling
- Database Design
- Implementation
- Extraction
- Event Driven Programming
- Error Handling
- APIs
- VBA Automation
FAQ
Placement
How are you different from a conventional recruitment/staffing agency?
We go beyond the resume and execute our own robust evaluation process to form accurate technical and behavioral assessments. As industry experts, we can tailor each evaluation to the relevant role requirement; unlike an HR professional who is reading from a script. Our systems are scientific and test candidates in diverse scenarios and simulations to evaluate their role-relevant skillset and personality traits. So whether you are looking for a leadership mindset that aims to increase efficiency through conformity in established procedural frameworks, or you are looking for a leadership mindset that thrives in new and unknown environments, resolving challenges with an eye for creativity and problem-solving through new and innovative ideas. We will give you the right fit.
Placement
What is the benefit of sourcing traditional candidates from you?
Our proven, science-driven process enables us to accurately identify candidates who will shine in the workforce. Where other solutions only touch the surface, we provide comprehensive assessments, targeting three key areas:
- technical abilities and experience
- problem-solving approaches
- behavioral responses and professional maturity
By going beyond technical to evaluate psyche, aptitude, and agility, we accurately gauge the added value a candidate will bring to your company.
Placement
What is the placement cost associated with acquiring talent from FSE?
We offer competitive investments and can accommodate a variety of payment structures including a flat rate, a percentage fee, or a contingency basis.
Placement
Do candidates pay you a fee for any evaluation or introduction to potential opportunities?
No. Candidates, whether entry-level or experienced, do not compensate us for recruitment or placement services.
Placement
Is it more expensive to hire FSE-developed talent vs limited-experience talent?
No. Our fees are market competitive, however, your ROI on FSE-developed talent is substantially higher due to our value-oriented focus.
Placement
What kind of role fulfillment options do you provide?
At this time, we only provide full-time permanent, and full-time contract fulfillment options.
Developed Talent
What are the additional benefits of hiring FSE-developed talent?
Our development process produces investable, well-rounded talent who are equipped with the skills to handle the responsibilities and challenges of the role. FSE-developed talent is also accurately and comprehensively assessed so that you fully understand the candidate’s true potential.
While it typically requires 6-12 months for an inexperienced candidate to become a productive team member, FSE development eliminates the steep learning curve, allowing our talent to start contributing faster.
This also translates to extended longevity within your company. On average, the tenure of our developed talent is 50% longer and the speed of career advancement is twice as fast.
Developed Talent
What roles and technical professional areas does your development address?
We focus on development related to technology, accounting, and finance geared toward institutional and capital market-oriented roles. This includes areas in accounting and finance related to risk, derivatives, asset management & administration. Our technology development focuses on database management, automation, machine learning, VBA, SQL, and Python.
Developed Talent
Do candidates compensate you for professional development?
Yes, the development stream candidates compensate FSE for the investment we make in them. However, this compensation is separate and independent from any placement services rendered and fees charged to the employer.
Developed Talent
Are there any circumstances under which the employer may be responsible for the candidate’s professional development fees?
An employer would not be responsible for a candidate’s professional development fee under any circumstances. The only exception to this rule is if the employer explicitly mandates the development of a candidate who did not choose the professional development stream at his/her own discretion.
Developed Talent
Does FSE-developed talent have any prior professional experience?
In most cases, FSE-developed talent does have prior professional experience in the same or similar industry. We then develop their ability to a point where they are comparable to an incumbent with one or more years of relevant experience.