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
Samiul Ahmad CPA Sr. Associate Fund Administration MUFG Investor Services
The technical and soft skills we acquired and honed further emphasized how rewarding it was to work with FSE
After graduating, I spent a year looking for more relevant roles. FSE provided me invaluable insight into how to better improve my soft skills, providing more in-depth development of technical skills. I came out as a more well-rounded candidate for employers.
Stephanie Zhang Mfin Analyst Valuations and P&L Citco
FSE ultimately delivered for me a position that was one of my top choices
After completing my Master’s degree in finance, I interviewed with several large institutions, but none of them resulted in an offer. Working with FSE was the best decision! Within a few weeks, I accepted a valuations analyst role with a large institution.
Weilun Tang Mfin Analyst Product Control Scotia Bank
Fund Services Edge have great process to ensure success
After an endless search for relevant roles, getting an opportunity to work with FSE was really welcome. I had a great experience with them and I highly recommed them.
Krystal Zhao CPA Sr. Fund Accountant CIBC Mellon
In just 4 weeks with FSE, I secured an institutional asset accounting position
After my graduation, I got only a few interview calls and none of them had a continuing story. FSE delivered on fixing both my technical deficiency and my ability to interview effectively to make myself stand out. FSE made sure they would be able to see me succeed prior to deciding to work with me.
Zining Shi Mfin Supervisor P&L Valuations Citco
With FSE, I found every critical attribute which continue to benefit me
After pursuing the CFA designation I was looking for valuation, risk related experience that qualified me for the CFA charter. Applying to FSE's development pathway was one of the best decisions I made. In less than a month I accepted an offer for an analyst position in valuations and P&L with a large global financial institution.
Cheryl Chen Mfin Sr. Analyst Capital Markets Risk Management TD Bank
FSE has the expertise, will and commitment to make dreams a reality
I had been searching for opportunities for growth that offered a high level of complexity. I felt the positions that I had given up on securing before working with FSE became attainable and virtually guaranteed. In approximately four weeks I secured a position in risk management with one of the most recognized global institutions.
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.
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.
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.
Kwaw Tumi CPA Associate Private Equity Valuations SGGG FSI.
FSE empower their candidates to not only successfully land the more hard to secure positions but also excel in them
After a few weeks with FSE, I found that the learning curve was drastically shortened when I started working in the hedge fund/private equity space.The entire process at FSE is very streamlined and designed around the candidate. I recommend them 100% to anyone looking for a head start!
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.
Michael Chen CFA Associate Operations EdgeHill Partners
Thanks to FSE, I was able to work my way up to a Team Lead position at a top asset administration & portfolio management services company in Toronto
I definitely recommend their services to anyone trying to launch their career in the right direction or looking for expertise in advancing themselves professionally.
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.