Alistair Ross, Cfa, Ca (Sa)
About Alistair Ross, Cfa, Ca (Sa)
Alistair Ross is an Equity Research Analyst and Hedge Fund Manager specializing in Global Consumer Equities at Pictet Asset Management in London. He has extensive experience in finance, having held positions at Playtech, PwC, Deloitte, and ICON Capital Corp, and holds a Chartered Accountant designation.
Current Role at Pictet Asset Management
Alistair Ross serves as a Hedge Fund Manager focusing on Global Consumer Equities at Pictet Asset Management. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the firm's investment strategies and portfolio management in London, United Kingdom. His role involves analyzing market trends and identifying investment opportunities within the consumer sector.
Previous Experience in Finance
Prior to his current role, Alistair Ross worked at Playtech as a Financial Analyst and Investor Relations Officer from 2011 to 2015. He also held positions at PwC as a Manager in the Modelling team for one year and as an Executive in Transaction Services for another year. His experience includes a role as Assistant Vice President at ICON Capital Corp. in London from 2010 to 2011.
Educational Background
Alistair Ross completed his Bachelor of Business Science with a focus on Finance Honours at the University of Cape Town from 2000 to 2003. He furthered his education by obtaining a Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting from the same institution in 2004. He is also pursuing Chartered Accountant qualifications through SAICA, which he has been studying since 2008.
Professional Qualifications
Alistair Ross holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation and is a Chartered Accountant (CA) as recognized by SAICA. These qualifications reflect his expertise in financial analysis and accounting, enhancing his capabilities in investment management and equity research.
Early Career Development
Alistair Ross began his career as an Articled Clerk at Deloitte SA from 2005 to 2007. He then transitioned to PwC, where he worked in various roles before moving into financial analysis and investment management. His foundational experiences in these firms equipped him with essential skills in finance and accounting.