Forester Simao
@forestersimao1
Multilingual financial advisor specializing in alternative investments and private markets for high-net-worth clients.
What I'm looking for
Multilingual financial advisor with a Master of Science in Banking & Finance and a strong track record in client relationship management, alternative investments, and private markets. Adept at delivering tailored investment solutions, driving business growth, and managing complex client portfolios. Currently pursuing CAIA certification to further deepen expertise in alternative investments. Fluent in French, English, and German, with proven presentation and communication skills across diverse client segments.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Client Solutions Associate
Partners Group
Oct 2024 - Present (1 year 1 month)
Supported Private Wealth coverage by providing private markets access solutions across bespoke mandates, monitoring investment performance and producing tailored client reports to improve decision-making and outcomes.
Client Solutions Private Wealth
Partners Group
Oct 2024 - Present (1 year 1 month)
Supported coverage of Private Wealth relationships by providing private markets access solutions and producing tailored reports, monitoring investment performance to inform client portfolio decisions.
Independent Strategy Consultant
Sublimis
Sep 2021 - Oct 2024 (3 years 1 month)
Advised FinTech clients on growth strategy and compliant investment product development by analyzing financial data and market trends to inform quantitative, regulatory-aligned recommendations.
Client Relationship Manager
CG24 Group
May 2022 - Dec 2022 (7 months)
Originated and managed SME and corporate lending relationships, focusing on invoice financing and business credit solutions, improving client satisfaction and retention through proactive, data-driven service.
Reviewed documentation and financial statements in corruption and bribery cases, synthesizing findings into concise summaries for senior consultants and supporting investigative analyses.
Reviewed complex documentation in corruption/bribery cases and produced concise analytical summaries for senior consultants, contributing accurate findings to investigative engagements.
Reviewed complex documentation in corruption and bribery cases and delivered concise analytical summaries for senior consultants, noted for accuracy and lateral thinking.
Associate Consultant
VZ Vermögenszentrum
Dec 2016 - Sep 2018 (1 year 9 months)
Conducted client interviews, needs analyses and offer preparation for wealth management and financial planning; promoted within 12 months for high client satisfaction and analytical quality.
Associate Consultant
VZ Vermögenszentrum AG
Dec 2016 - Sep 2018 (1 year 9 months)
Conducted client interviews, needs analyses and offer preparation for wealth management and financial planning; promoted within 12 months for above-average client satisfaction and analytical quality.
Supported HNWI client advisors with onboarding, KYC, and portfolio transactions while handling multilingual client requests and ensuring reliable cross-lingual service delivery.
Supported wealth management advisors with onboarding, KYC and portfolio transactions for HNWI clients, handling requests in French, English and German and ensuring reliable cross-lingual client service.
Qualified Professional
VZ Insurance Services
Jan 2015 - Nov 2015 (10 months)
Managed corporate insurance portfolios and coordinated with underwriters and clients to optimize solutions; promoted within 12 months for strong performance.
Assistant Portfolio Manager
Immosure
Jul 2012 - Dec 2013 (1 year 5 months)
Supported account managers in insurance portfolio management and client servicing, building client trust through responsiveness and accurate execution.
Assistant Portfolio Manager
Immosure SA
Jul 2012 - Dec 2013 (1 year 5 months)
Supported account managers in insurance portfolio management and client servicing, building client trust through responsiveness and accuracy.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst Association
CAIA Candidate, Alternative Investments
2024 -
CAIA Level I candidate pursuing certification to deepen expertise in alternative investments and private markets.
CAIA Association
CAIA Candidate, Alternative Investments
2024 -
CAIA Level I candidate to deepen knowledge in alternative investments and private markets.
Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst Association (CAIA)
CAIA Candidate, Alternative Investments
2024 -
CAIA Level I candidate to deepen knowledge in alternative investments and private markets.
CFA Institute
Private Markets and Alternative Investments Certificate, Private Markets and Alternative Investments
2024 - 2024
Completed the Private Markets and Alternative Investments Certificate from the CFA Institute in 2024.
CFA Institute
Certificate, Private Markets and Alternative Investments
2024 - 2024
Completed the Private Markets and Alternative Investments Certificate from the CFA Institute in 2024.
ZHAW School of Management and Law
Master of Science, Banking & Finance
2018 - 2022
Completed a Master of Science in Banking & Finance while employed, focusing on banking, finance, and private markets.
HEIG-VD School of Business
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
2012 - 2016
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration while employed, covering business administration and client advisory skills.
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