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Transforming operating models in investment management

We help investment firms, service providers, and asset owners operate confidently on integrated platforms. From fund onboarding to data unification and provider integration, we ensure every change is compliant, controlled, and future ready.

FCJ Services

Five pillars. One trusted Approach

We help investment firms, service providers, and asset owners operate confidently on integrated platforms. From fund onboarding to data unification and provider integration, we support every stage of investment change, built on our five service pillars.

Accurate static data and well-defined workflows from day one. We align investment structures, cash, and positions across the front, middle, and back office to ensure a smooth go-live and a strong foundation for reporting and compliance.

Seamless integration of custodians, administrators, and other partners into your value chain. We ensure secure data flows, clear governance, and aligned processes for consistent, reliable operations.

Unified, governed data architecture that connects portfolio management, trading, compliance, risk, accounting, and reporting platforms. We eliminate silos, deliver a single source of truth, and enable timely, accurate insights.

Transformation programmes that prepare people, processes, and systems for new platform capabilities, regulatory requirements, or product lines. We align functions across the investment lifecycle to minimise disruption and secure lasting benefits.

Governance-led delivery of complex, multi-workstream investment change. We align stakeholders, mitigate risks, and keep your programme on track from initiation to post-go-live optimisation.

About FCJ Consulting

We enable investment firms, service providers, and asset owners to deliver seamless change, ensuring readiness for integrated platforms, from onboarding and integration to data and programme management.

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Driven by Values. Defined by Excellence.

Everything we do is grounded in a commitment to quality, integrity, and meaningful collaboration.

Excellence Always

We raise the bar in everything we do, striving for results that inspire trust and pride.

Ownership & Accountability

We take ownership for our decisions and outcomes, demonstrating accountability in all we do.

Mastery in Action

We bring expertise, precision, and professionalism to every challenge, ensuring quality and reliability.

Respect at the Core

We honor every individual, fostering dignity, fairness, and inclusion in all interactions.

Together We Achieve

We succeed through collaboration, building stronger solutions by working openly and constructively.

Experience you can trust.

Our consultants combine deep investment operations expertise with hands-on delivery capability. We’ve led projects for leading investment managers, and global service providers, delivering results that last.

Managing Director

Francois Laurence

A self-starter with high level of motivation and passion invested in everything he is involved with…

A Chartered Accountant with international expertise, specializing in implementing intricate financial services strategic projects with a meticulous, process-driven approach.

Special powers: Entrepreneurial self-starting spirit, prioritizing client-centricity in all endeavours.

Director / Partner Consultant

Johann Lotter

Johann is highly experienced in large scale technology projects - covering business architecture...

Johann is highly experienced in large scale technology projects - covering business architecture, business analysis, implementation services and building and running high performance teams. He is passionate about technology and people and focus on quality delivery, operational enhancement, team culture and corporate engagement. BCom Hons (Financial Analysis and Portfolio Management)

Special power: Making complexity fun

Director / Partner Consultant

Theo Kretschmer

A seasoned investment management operations specialist with specialist experience in Collective Investment Scheme...

A seasoned investment management operations specialist with specialist experience in Collective Investment Scheme and asset management operations in South Africa and Guernsey. His expertise spans investment vehicles, financial instruments, regulatory compliance, risk management, and front/back-office operating models. He consistently guides organizations to success in the intricate realm of investment management. Theo is adept at leading teams and implementing robust operational strategies that drive success

Special power: Detail oriented perfectionist

Director / Partner Consultant

Garrick Twigg

Garrick is an experienced professional across multiple industries. With a passion for finance and technology...

Garrick is an experienced professional across multiple industries. With a passion for finance and technology, he seeks to solve problems with automated solutions using technology to simplify the process. A key eye for detail and a systematic approach allows him to see and solve problems differently. Collaborating with others and developing people into their full potential resulting in more sustainable solutions. Experience in large scale projects across multiple technologies. BSc in Computer Science (Information Systems and Business Management)

Special power: Enabler. Solving complex problems with simple solutions.

Partner Consultant

Greg Capps

Greg Capps is a senior leader in investment management operations, with a passion for building high-performing teams and delivering practical...

Greg Capps is a senior leader in investment management operations, with a passion for building high-performing teams and delivering practical, client-focused solutions. With over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, Greg has managed large-scale teams, working with investment managers and asset owners globally to navigate complexity and drive better outcomes across the investment lifecycle.

Special Power: Driving results through collaboration
Special power: Detail oriented perfectionist

Project Manager

Anton van Vuuren

Anton is an experienced technology focused Project Manager across Financial Services, Mobile Banking and Telco...

Anton is an experienced technology focused Project Manager across Financial Services, Mobile Banking and Telco. A strong belief in the power of high performing teams as the most effective mechanism to navigate complexity and deliver quality outcomes. He has a strategic outlook on technology as a business enabler to enhance and simplify business. BCom Economics, GIBS SAVCA Private Equity.

Special power: Ignore the noise, find the solution.

Senior Business & Data Analyst

Andrew Clarke

Financial services analyst with 25+ years’ experience in operations and middle office functions across leading UK institutions...

Financial services analyst with 25+ years’ experience in operations and middle office functions across leading UK institutions. Recognised for a strong commitment to client service, operational excellence, and collaborative teamwork to achieve business objectives.

Super power: Passion for delivering outstanding client service and reliable results.

Programme & Project Manager

Charles Ueckermann

Charles Ueckermann, CA(SA), is a Chartered Accountant with over 20 years of leadership in financial services...

Charles Ueckermann, CA(SA), is a Chartered Accountant with over 20 years of leadership in financial services across London, UK, and South Africa. With deep expertise spanning Banking, Asset Management, Brokerage, Private Equity, and Insurance, he is a proven driver of large-scale finance transformation programmes.

Passionate about creating real value for clients, Charles excels at optimizing processes, automating workflows, and benchmarking performance to unlock efficiency and strategic insight. A seasoned programme leader, he thrives in dynamic, agile settings—guiding diverse teams with clarity, fostering strong stakeholder partnerships, and navigating regulatory landscapes to deliver results on time and beyond expectations.

Special Power: Financial Alchemist – Turning regulatory complexity and data chaos into streamlined, value-driven ecosystems that fuel growth.

Business & Data Analyst

Hugo Moolman

A Senior Business Analyst with 16+ years of experience in the financial services industry, specialising in business process...

A Senior Business Analyst with 16+ years of experience in the financial services industry, specialising in business process management and the delivery of large-scale digital and operational solutions. With a proven track record of leading high-impact projects across financial, tax, and payment integration environments, and is recognised for my ability to streamline processes, enhance compliance, and enable strategic transformation.

I have played a key role in driving end-to-end analysis, designing operating models, digitising core business processes, and managing complex regulatory and data-driven initiatives.

With qualifications in Business Analysis, Wealth Management, BPM, and Financial Services Compliance, I combine deep industry knowledge with strong analytical insights.

Business & Data Analyst

Ivan Chang

An ambitious and diligent individual, Ivan enjoys working alongside others who are passionate about finding solutions...

An ambitious and diligent individual, Ivan enjoys working alongside others who are passionate about finding solutions to complex problems. With a background in engineering and technology he brings a practical approach and a willingness to keep learning.

Special powers: Creative problem solving with a positive attitude.

Junior Project Manager / Project Administrator

Jeffrey Bruwer

Jeffrey is a project management professional who has built his career in regulated, compliance-driven environments..

Jeffrey is a project management professional who has built his career in regulated, compliance-driven environments. Methodical, data-informed and genuinely invested in the people he works with. He brings the kind of structure and discipline that complex projects demand and the people skills to make it stick.

Special Power: Seeing the detail in the bigger picture, early.

Senior Business & Data Analyst

Keren Keth

Keren is a Senior Analyst with over 17 years of experience in financial services, specialising in front-to-back system implementations...

Keren is a Senior Analyst with over 17 years of experience in financial services, specialising in front-to-back system implementations, data migration, and business process improvement. Keren is highly skilled in translating complex business requirements into clear, actionable solutions, with a strong focus on data integrity, stakeholder engagement, and delivering successful outcomes on large-scale transformation programmes.

Super Power: Bringing people together to create clarity, solve complex problems, and drive successful delivery.

Programme & Project Manager

Liesel Grobbelaar

A Chartered Accountant (SA) and seasoned international business consultant with over 20 years of experience leading strategic...

A Chartered Accountant (SA) and seasoned international business consultant with over 20 years of experience leading strategic transformation initiatives across global financial hubs including New York, London, Johannesburg, and Cape Town. Liesel has delivered impactful solutions for top-tier financial institutions such as MasterCard, Morgan Stanley, UBS Warburg, Old Mutual, Sanlam, Santam, Metropolitan, and Standard Bank.

Her expertise spans financial management, shared services, policy administration technology, and regulatory frameworks such as Solvency II and Sarbanes-Oxley. Liesel brings a dynamic blend of program leadership, change management, and business architecture to complex financial services environments, with a strong track record in insurance, investment management, retail banking, and payments.

Known for her energy, strategic insight, integrity and ability to drive integrated solutions, she excels in stakeholder engagement, agile delivery, and coaching high-performing teams.A Chartered Accountant (SA) and seasoned international business consultant with over 20 years of experience leading strategic transformation initiatives across global financial hubs including New York, London, Johannesburg, and Cape Town. Liesel has delivered impactful solutions for top-tier financial institutions such as MasterCard, Morgan Stanley, UBS Warburg, Old Mutual, Sanlam, Santam, Metropolitan, and Standard Bank. Her expertise spans financial management, shared services, policy administration technology, and regulatory frameworks such as Solvency II and Sarbanes-Oxley. Liesel brings a dynamic blend of programme leadership, change management, and business architecture to complex financial services environments, with a strong track record in insurance, investment management, retail banking, and payments. Known for her energy, strategic insight, integrity and ability to drive integrated solutions, she excels in stakeholder engagement, agile delivery, and coaching high-performing teams.

Senior Business Process Analyst

Linda Oosthuizen

An Actuarial Science graduate with CFA level 3 and extensive international experience…

An Actuarial Science graduate with CFA level 3 and extensive international experience in various roles across different industries. Linda takes pride in everything she does with a ‘people first’-approach in everything she takes on.

Special powers: High intelligence combined with humbleness

Practice Manager

Marilize Petter

Marilize has supported Investment Managers, Asset and Liability Administrators across South Africa, Namibia, the UK and EU to deliver...

Marilize has supported Investment Managers, Asset and Liability Administrators across South Africa, Namibia, the UK and EU to deliver on their large scale strategic initiatives. Her in-depth technical understanding, articulate communication and interpersonal skills allows her to work collaboratively with senior stakeholders to provide innovative solutions to intricate business challenges.

Special power: Unearthing true potential.

Senior Business & Data Analyst

Mark Botha

With an educational background in Industrial Psychology and Computer Science...

With an educational background in Industrial Psychology and Computer Science, and over 20 years of cross-sector experience, Mark combines a passion for data and systems with a distinctive talent for clear, impactful communication.

Super power: Desire and willingness to never stop learning.

Senior Business & Data Analyst

Mic Crook

With 10 years experience as a Systems Analyst / IT developer and 12 years experience as a Business Analyst...

With 10 years experience as a Systems Analyst / IT developer and 12 years experience as a Business Analyst, Mic has always had a focus on accuracy and excellence to succeed. A strong understanding of the Front-to-Back technological lifecycle, a client focused mentality and an ability to work across multiple functional teams contribute to a set of skills which help drive and deliver solutions which offer simplification, standardisation and longevity.

Special Power : Bridging the gap between IT and Business.

Programme / Project Manager

Nick Burr

Nick Burr is seasoned practitioner in Investment Manager with over 40 years’ experience in the industry on both the Buy side and the Provider side...

Nick Burr is seasoned practitioner in Investment Manager with over 40 years’ experience in the industry on both the Buy side and the Provider side. During this time Nick has managed Investment Middle Office and Back Office Operations before transitioning to outsource partner roles as Product Management and Lead Implementation Programme Management before ultimately acting as Client Implementation Executive for a number of large scale complex Global deals.

Special Power: Ability to build strong client relationships built on trust and transparency leveraging experience to drive desired change for clients

Senior Business & Data Analyst

Noelene Noone

Client-focused process designer with a proven track record in financial services...

Noelene is a client-focused process designer with a proven track record in financial services and investment banking. With over two decades of experience in business and data analysis her keen grasp of the investment management lifecycle and the crucial role of data elements enables her to craft innovative solutions that drive efficiency and optimize performance. Noelene's ability to listen attentively, understand her clients' unique needs, and work effectively with cross-functional teams ensures that her solutions are the right fit

Superpower: Making complex simple

Senior Business & Data Analyst

Paul Gevers

An experienced Business & Data Analyst specialising in Finance and Automation...

An experienced Business & Data Analyst specialising in Finance and Automation - with over 14 years of root-cause analysis and problem-solving expertise gained in both project and live environments, in South Africa and abroad. Combining technical, analytical and social skills - good with big picture thinking and creative problem solving across functional areas. BCom Hons (Financial Analysis) & MBA.

Special Powers: Curious, and committed to logic, effectiveness & efficiency.

Senior Business Architect & Consultant

Rachelle Best

Rachelle is a Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)), Certified Business Architect and Business Consultant...

Rachelle is a Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)), Certified Business Architect and Business Consultant with extensive expertise in Business Architecture, Operating Model Design, and large-scale transformation projects. With a deep understanding of financial services, she specialises in simplifying complex systems, streamlining processes, and delivering strategic initiatives that drive efficiency and business growth.

Her ability to bridge the gap between business and technology, coupled with her strong leadership and facilitation skills, ensures that organizations can navigate change effectively. Rachelle thrives on solving intricate challenges, bringing clarity to complexity, and aligning stakeholders around innovative, practical solutions.

Superpower: Turning complexity into clarity.

Project Manager

Renée Brooks

Strategic Programme / Project Manager with a 20+ year track record of leading the end-to-end delivery of enterprise-scale, technically complex and business...

Strategic Programme / Project Manager with a 20+ year track record of leading the end-to-end delivery of enterprise-scale, technically complex and business pioneering programs and projects within the financial services and insurance industries. Believes that true program management extends well beyond administration to management which requires strategic ownership — anticipating challenges, aligning cross-functional teams, driving outcomes that advance business objectives and leading transformation, not merely overseeing tasks.

Super Power: Finding the silver lining and helping teams to achieve more than they thought possible.

Project Manager

Shamella Ryklief

An experienced professional with over 20 years in financial services. Shamella brings a strong background in Client Servies...

An experienced professional with over 20 years in financial services. Shamella brings a strong background in Client Servies and Operations. She is dedicated to active engagement and collaborative teamwork, consistently driving high quality outcomes and successful results

Super power : Enduring strength and resilience to the end

Project manager / Business Analyst

Stephan van der Merwe

Stephan is a data-driven change leader with an MBA and 10+ years of experience turning insight into impact...

Stephan is a data-driven change leader with an MBA and 10+ years of experience turning insight into impact. With a background in consulting and transformation, he connects the dots between business needs and analytical solutions—designing dashboards, streamlining processes, and enabling smarter decisions. Whether aligning teams or interpreting adoption metrics, Stephan brings clarity, structure, and momentum to every project.

Special power: Making data tell a story people want to follow.

Senior Project Manager & Data Analyst

Tamryn Combrink

Experienced project manager and analyst with over 14 years of global...

Tamryn Combrink is an experienced project manager and analyst with over 14 years of global experience in industries such as retail, ecommerce, mobile technology, and investment banking. Holding an MBA (Cum Laude) and a Bachelor of Business Science in Finance, she specializes in managing complex projects, from product development to strategic planning and implementation. Known for her data-driven approach, innovative mindset, and strategic thinking.

Superpower: Resourceful and innovative, with a talent for transforming complex challenges into successful outcomes.

Programme / Project Manager

Tercia Isaacs-Lodewyks

A business professional with extensive experience working with multi location organisations; helping them to deliver...

A business professional with extensive experience working with multi location organisations; helping them to deliver high impact products at a sustainable pace. A career spanning various industries both onsite and remote. Able to adapt to different environments by applying skills and experience to implement strategic initiatives, manage stakeholders and effectively communicate across the business. Passionate about continuous improving, the reward of teamwork and the philosophy of "Inspect and Adapt".

Super Power: Championing an agile mindset in conjunction with effective use of processes and tools.

Senior Data Analyst / PMO

Tertius Leibold

A highly accomplished Project/Programme Manager with over two decades of experience across the Asset Management...

A highly accomplished Project/Programme Manager with over two decades of experience across the Asset Management, Wealth Management, and Investment Banking industries. With a solid foundation in software development, Tertius excels in bridging the gap between IT and business functions with a client-centric approach, unwavering commitment to delivering excellence, and sharp attention to detail. His adept problem-solving skills make him a valuable asset in any project or programme.

Special Power: Thriving in high-pressure environments

Business Process Analyst

Theresa van Wyk

Experienced professional with a B.Com Financial Accounting and B.Com (Honours) Financial Management…

Experienced professional with a B.Com Financial Accounting and B.Com (Honours) Financial Management. Theresa worked in different analytical roles in various industries local and abroad, including Financial Services and Oil & Gas.

Special power: Process samurai with a sense of humor.

Senior Business & Data Analyst

Tiaan Marais

Tiaan is a qualified Business Analyst with 14+ years of experience in the Financial Technology industry...

Tiaan is a qualified Business Analyst with 14+ years of experience in the Financial Technology industry, specialising in data-driven solutions. He is skilled at analysing and modelling large data sets, translating complexity into actionable insights and practical solutions. With a calm, collaborative approach and strong facilitation skills, Tiaan excels at bridging business needs with technology solutions. He holds a B.Com (Hons) in Financial Economics and Investment Management and is a CFA Charterholder.

Special Power: Navigating complexity with unwavering focus and strength.

Our Clients

We support investment managers worldwide in achieving seamless transitions to unified, data-driven operating models that span the front, middle, and back office.