Michael Kariuki

P. O. Box 3950
Nairobi 00506

September 30th 2009,

Eric Kibe
C. E. O.
Sanlam Investment Management (K) Limited
P.O. Box 7848
Nairobi 00100

Dear Sir/Madam,

RE: APPLICATION FOR RESEARCH ANALYST POSITION

I would like to apply to your organisation’s research and advisory team.

I recently completed my studies for an MSc in Financial Analysis and Fund

Management at the University of Exeter Business School (UK) and previously
graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BSc in Business Administration (Finance
Minor) from the United States International University - Africa. During my
postgraduate studies my interest in financial services solidified as I kept
abreast of events of the global financial crisis and I am eager to find
employment at an investment firm of Sanlam’s repute.

Sanlam’s investment philosophy with simplicity and a non-reliance on third

party information at its heart fosters the type of entrepreneurial spirit the
firm is renowned for. It is my belief that as a part of a financial group that
covers the breadth of Africa, Sanlam has the ability to leverage its
internationalism to offer a host of investment alternatives to any discerning
investor. I feel my zeal, attention to detail, and hands-on experience with
team management and problem solving would add value to your team.

Kindly find enclosed my CV which outlines my academic background and my

work experience to date. These experiences have to a great extent
developed my commercial awareness and exposed me to the complexities of
the financial world.

Thank you for your time and consideration, I would however be happy to
offer myself for any assessment to gauge my suitability. I look forward to
hearing from you soon.

Yours Sincerely,
Michael Kariuki
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