search menu Home > Sanlam Investments About us Sanlam Investments focuses on long term investment performance and bespoke services for our clients. Backed by the financial strength and heritage of our global parent company, we are a boutique asset manager with autonomous investment teams, unconstrained by a “house view”. This gives our fund managers the freedom and confidence to pursue their most compelling long-term investment ideas. Part of a strong heritage Sanlam Group Founded in 1918, Sanlam is the largest non-banking financial services group in Africa Global footprint across 45 countries, employing more than 105,000 individuals. Listed on Johannesburg Stock Exchange with a market cap of £10bn Sanlam Investments UK Founded in 2006 by four partners and originally called Four Capital Partners Sanlam acquired a 30% stake in 2009 and now wholly owns Sanlam Investments £5bn in AUM (as at June 2021) A long history of looking forward Sanlam Investments offers the best of both worlds: a boutique ethos, supported by the strength, heritage and experience of our global parent. We take a differentiated approach to investment: an extensive suite of funds in key asset classes such as equities, fixed income and alternatives, supported by a differentiated range of specialist funds that are designed to tap into long-term economic and market performance. This offers the option of a truly diversified investment portfolio , Constructed for the future with a long-term mindset High conviction and deep experience While uncertainty and volatility are rarely welcomed by investors, it also creates opportunities. Our experience and specialist knowledge allows us to take a long-term view and not be swayed by short term noise. Ultimately, we believe the combination of deep experience and in-depth research will drive future returns. Boutique structure We combine the best qualities of an investment boutique with the strength of a strong patient parent. We believe that autonomous investment teams, with clear alignment to their clients through significant long term equity ownership, operating without unnecessary bureaucracy is key to having the focus and passion of the most successful boutiques. The enduring but hands off support of a well-resourced parent allows the investors and the business to pursue their long-term strategies with confidence. Risk management Understanding and managing risk is at the heart of everything we do. We have invested in market leading systems alongside a well-resourced and knowledgeable dedicated risk team . This allows the investment teams to combine in depth statistical analysis with their significant experience to ensure the desired client outcomes are met. Independent oversight and challenge is provided by the Performance and Risk Committee , reporting to the Board. Our employee values All employees of Sanlam UK subscribe to these values and behaviours. They are what drive our success, give us purpose and help deliver the best outcome for our clients. Client satisfaction - through always giving of our best and providing top quality service to all our clients Integrity – always act truthfully, transparently and honourably in our actions towards others Teamwork – strength in collaboration and working together for our common purpose Accountability – we take ownership and understand that we are all connected. The client experience from beginning to end is up to each of us everyday Continuous improvement – we question the status quo, embrace innovation and encourage constructive challenge in order to strive to be our best Work/life balance – we believe in a two-way approach towards balance – treating each other with respect and being flexible in all that we do. Sanlam Fund Range View our funds Brochure 0 Print Share Contact Us Terms of Use Website Privacy Policy Cookie Policy Modern Slavery Act Transparency Statement Accessibility Legal and Regulatory Sitemap © Sanlam. All rights reserved. Sanlam UK Limited is the provider of the Sanlam website. If you would like to view the regulatory and legal status of each Sanlam company to which this website relates, and the services and products which they provide, please click here. Please agree to proceed. By doing so you agree that you have read and understood the foregoing disclaimer and confirm that you are a professional investor. View disclaimer Cookie Consent We have to collect some data when you use this website so it works and is secure. We'd also like your consent to collect data to study how people use our site. This will help us improve our service and tailor the marketing you see on apps and other websites. Select 'Accept all' to agree or 'Manage consents' to chose which cookies we use. Accept all Manage consents The value of investments and any income from them can fall and you may get back less than you invested.