UI efa, a fund service provider and part of Universal Investment Group, has strengthened its focus on alternative investments with the appointment of two new business development directors, Emma Causevic and Pamela Valasuo.
The move reflects the firm’s commitment to expanding its presence in the alternative investments sector, which has seen growing demand in recent years. Both Causevic and Valasuo bring extensive experience to their roles, enhancing the company’s ability to meet the complex needs of clients operating in this space.
Causevic joins from IQ-EQ and brings over a decade of experience in financial services, specialising in alternative assets and capital markets. Her expertise spans commercial strategy development and building business networks across the Benelux region, the UK, and other markets.
Valasuo, previously at TMF Group, has worked in Luxembourg for 17 of her 20 years in the financial services industry. She has a legal background and has held senior management roles at established service providers. Her experience includes alternative investments, asset management, and regulatory compliance.
The new appointments follow the recent arrival of Jeremy Albrecht as Country Head and CEO for Universal Investment in Luxembourg. The company said these hires mark a step forward in its strategic focus on alternative assets, positioning it to capitalise on emerging opportunities in fund administration.