Craig Sherman
About Craig Sherman
Craig Sherman is a Senior Portfolio Manager at Investec, where he has managed a multi-sector bank proprietary credit portfolio since 2018. He has extensive experience in credit portfolio management and has held various roles in the financial sector, including leadership positions at Ashburton Investments and Rand Merchant Bank.
Work at Investec
Craig Sherman has held the position of Senior Portfolio Manager for the Multi Sector Bank Proprietary Credit Portfolio at Investec since 2018. Based in the New York City Metropolitan Area, he has contributed to the management of diverse financial instruments, including bonds, loans, and structured products. In his role, he has played a significant part in establishing credit processes and building new business initiatives within the organization. Additionally, he serves as a non-executive credit committee member for Investec Wealth Management's flagship credit fund, further enhancing the firm's credit strategy.
Previous Experience at Ashburton Investments
Before joining Investec, Craig Sherman worked at Ashburton Investments as the Head of Credit Portfolio Management from 2012 to 2018. During his tenure, he was responsible for overseeing credit portfolios and implementing strategies to optimize performance. His leadership in this role contributed to the growth and management of credit assets within the firm.
Career at Rand Merchant Bank
Craig Sherman has extensive experience from his time at Rand Merchant Bank, where he held multiple roles from 2001 to 2009. He began as a Market Risk Manager for one year, followed by six years as a Trader/Portfolio Manager. He also worked as a Trader/Structurer for a brief period. His diverse roles at Rand Merchant Bank provided him with a solid foundation in risk management and trading strategies.
Education and Expertise
Craig Sherman has a strong educational background in finance and risk management. He studied at the University of the Witwatersrand, where he earned a Bachelor of Economic Science and a BSc Honours in Advanced Mathematics of Finance. He furthered his education by achieving the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation from the CFA Institute and the Financial Risk Manager (FRM) certification from the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP). His academic credentials support his expertise in managing complex financial portfolios.
Achievements in Portfolio Management
Throughout his career, Craig Sherman has managed portfolios that encompass a variety of financial instruments, such as credit derivatives, securitizations, and collateralized loan obligations (CLOs). He has successfully generated returns on capital exceeding 20%, aligning with the mandates of the institutions he has worked for. His contributions have been pivotal in establishing credit processes and enhancing the overall performance of credit portfolios.