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Work History
Education
Skills
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Certification
Hobbies and Interests
Languages
Affiliations
Accomplishments
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Maaz Habib

Maaz Habib

Karachi

Summary

I am an MBA graduate with a strong background in investment management and data analytics. Currently serving as an Assistant Vice President in the Portfolio Management department of Magnus Investments Ltd., I specialize in overseeing client portfolios and ensuring robust investment strategies. My academic accolades include merit scholarships in both my undergraduate and graduate studies, pertaining to Finance. I am passionate about driving financial performance and have a proven track record of effective teamwork, leadership, and strategic decision-making.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Vice President - Portfolio Management

Magnus Investments Ltd.
Karachi
01.2021 - Current

A leading investment advisory firm that specializes in portfolio management of retirement funds and high-net-worth individuals.

  • Devised portfolio strategies for institutional clients and high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), while ensuring effective management of clients' portfolios.
  • Conducted performance review meetings to present the performance of funds, and discuss other client-specific queries.
  • Performed attribution analysis to analyze the performance of funds.
  • Carried out in-depth research on multiple asset classes, financial instruments, and investment avenues.
  • Executed equity and fixed-income transactions.
  • Actively monitored cash flows, and ensured their timely deployment.
  • Performed valuation of equity and fixed-income securities.
  • Prepared monthly performance reports through net asset value and time-weighted return models.
  • Performed liquidity analysis of the funds.
  • Prepared NAV reconciliations.
  • Devised asset allocation strategies, followed by the preparation of Investment Policy Statements.
  • Inducted new clients and mandates.
  • Supervised and trained subordinates, team members.
  • Developed strategic plans to enhance departmental efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Collaborated with upper management to create long-term business plans.
  • Served as the focal point of contact for the clients, while maintaining trustworthy client relationships.

Data Analytics Virtual Intern

KPMG
Karachi
06.2020 - 08.2020

A leading global audit, tax, and advisory services firm.

  • Data quality assessment.
  • Acquisition of data insights.
  • Developing a business strategy.

Volunteer

Institute of Business Management
Karachi
05.2016 - 12.2018
  • Worked with the institute's administration to organize numerous events: concerts, sports festivals, and career counseling events.
  • I volunteered to conduct the motivational seminars and sessions held at the institute.
  • Worked with the institute's administration to organize numerous events: concerts, sports festivals, and career counseling events.

Education

Master of Business Administration -

Institute of Business Management
Karachi, Pakistan
06.2022

Bachelor of Science - Accounting & Finance

Institute of Business Management
Karachi, Pakistan
06.2020

A-Level -

Private Candidate
06.2015

O-Level -

The City School
06.2013

Skills

  • Investment analysis
  • Fund management
  • Asset allocation
  • Risk management
  • MS Office
  • Attention to detail
  • Financial modeling
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Team leadership
  • Teamwork
  • Presentation

Certification

  • Financial Advisors Certification (IFMP)
  • Mutual Fund Distributors Certification (IFMP)
  • Pakistan's Market Regulation Certification (IFMP)

Hobbies and Interests

  • Playing and following cricket
  • Travelling to explore global markets and cultures
  • Reading financial literature and investment case studies

Languages

English
Full Professional
Urdu
Native/ Bilingual

Affiliations

  • Earned 'Merit Scholarship' during both Bachelor's and Master's programs in recognition of strong academic performance.
  • Represented university in inter-university cricket tournaments; awarded “Best Batsman” in 2019.

Accomplishments

  • Led a sub-team within the Portfolio Management division, overseeing day-to-day operations and supporting investment decision-making.
  • Recognized by senior management for identifying structural inefficiencies in departmental processes and proposing actionable strategies for improvement.
  • Contributed to streamlining reporting workflows, enhancing team efficiency and cross-functional coordination.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assistant Vice President - Portfolio Management

Magnus Investments Ltd.
01.2021 - Current

Data Analytics Virtual Intern

KPMG
06.2020 - 08.2020

Volunteer

Institute of Business Management
05.2016 - 12.2018

Master of Business Administration -

Institute of Business Management

Bachelor of Science - Accounting & Finance

Institute of Business Management

A-Level -

Private Candidate

O-Level -

The City School
Maaz Habib