UI efa, a leading fund service provider and member of Universal Investment Group, is pleased to announce the appointment of two new members to its Business Development team.
Emma Causevic and Pamela Valasuo have joined the company to focus on further expanding the firm's expertise in alternative investments, bringing years of experience and an in-depth understanding of the complex needs of this growing market segment.
Emma comes to UI efa with over a decade of experience in the financial services industry, specializing in alternative assets and capital markets. She has a proven track record in developing commercial strategies, building and maintaining robust networks of business partners, and driving the growth of new business across the Benelux region, the UK, and beyond. Pamela brings twenty years of experience in the financial services industry, with seventeen years spent in Luxembourg. With a legal background, she has held several senior management positions at well-established service providers in Luxembourg, gaining extensive expertise in alternative investments, asset management, and regulatory compliance.
Both Emma and Pamela will play an integral role in driving the company’s growth in the alternative investments sector, where they will leverage their specialized knowledge and the company’s strong expertise to help clients navigate complex fund structures and regulatory requirements.
These strategic recruitments, as well as the recent arrival of the new Country Head and CEO for Universal Investment in Luxembourg, Jeremy Albrecht, signal a new chapter for UI efa, bringing a forward-thinking vision and an expanded focus on emerging opportunities in the fund administration space.
“We are thrilled to welcome Emma and Pamela to our team. Their unique backgrounds in alternative investments will further strengthen our ability to deliver tailored fund administration solutions to clients in this rapidly evolving market,” said Paulo Fernandes, Chief Commercial Officer of UI efa. “As the demand for alternative investment strategies continues to grow, we are committed to providing our clients with industry-leading fund expertise and service quality.”
Emma Causevic and Pamela Valasuo, Business Development Directors – Alternative Assets, said: “We are excited to have joined UI efa and are impressed by the dynamic environment and collaborative spirit of the organization. We are looking forward to driving growth in the alternative assets segment, expanding UI efa’s reach and delivering innovative solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of the market.