Taskeen Ismail

With over 15 years of experience in corporate finance and risk management, Taskeen Ismail is a seasoned and versatile professional who can and has handled complex and diverse challenges. Her mission is to deliver value-added solutions that support the growth and sustainability of any business. Taskeen brings a unique perspective and experience to any team she joins, as she has worked in both the insurance and the investment sectors, and has a strong background in enterprise risk management, strategic analysis, and corporate finance.

She leverages her skills in enterprise risk management, strategy analysis, and corporate finance to ensure the optimal outcomes for the group and its shareholders are achieved.

Experience:
May 2024 - Present        Chief Financial Officer, Sanlam Investment Management Holdings
May 2022 - May 2024    Head of Corporate Finance,
Jun 2011 - May 2013      Corporate Finance Manager, Santam
Apr 2008 - May 2011     Risk Manager, Santam
Mar 2008 - Mar 2008   Audit Manager, PricewaterhouseCoopers South Africa

Education:
2005 - 2005     Post Graduate Diploma in Accounting, University of Cape Town
2000 - 2004    Bachelor of Business Science, Finance and Accounting, University of Cape Town

About Sanlam Investments: They manage over R400 billion in assets under management and offer a wide range of investment capabilities across active management, alternative investments, index tracking, multi-management and international investments. As authorities on portfolio construction, we blend individual investment strategies from these capabilities into well-diversified solutions for our clients. Our objective is to preserve and grow our clients’ wealth while making a meaningful contribution to transformation and the South African economy.