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The Investment Management Contract is a crucial document used when engaging professional investment management services in Australia. It is designed to comply with Australian financial services regulations, particularly the Corporations Act 2001 and ASIC requirements. This agreement is essential when appointing an investment manager to provide discretionary or non-discretionary investment management services, whether for institutional clients, superannuation funds, or high-net-worth individuals. The contract encompasses key aspects such as investment mandate, risk parameters, performance metrics, fee structures, and reporting requirements, while ensuring compliance with Australian regulatory obligations including AML/CTF requirements and financial services licensing conditions. It serves as the primary document governing the relationship between investment managers and their clients, establishing clear accountability and operational frameworks.

1. Parties: Identification of the investment manager and the client, including ABN/ACN and addresses

2. Background: Context of the agreement, including the manager's licensing status and client's investment objectives

3. Definitions and Interpretation: Key terms used throughout the agreement and rules of interpretation

4. Appointment and Authority: Formal appointment of the investment manager and scope of authority

5. Investment Strategy and Guidelines: Agreed investment approach, restrictions, and guidelines

6. Services: Detailed description of investment management services to be provided

7. Duties and Responsibilities: Specific obligations of the investment manager, including regulatory compliance

8. Client's Obligations: Client's responsibilities, including provision of information and instructions

9. Fees and Expenses: Fee structure, calculation methods, and payment terms

10. Reporting and Valuations: Required reports, frequency, content, and valuation methodology

11. Risk Disclosures: Acknowledgment of investment risks and limitations of the service

12. Compliance and Anti-Money Laundering: Regulatory compliance obligations and AML/CTF requirements

13. Representations and Warranties: Standard warranties and representations by both parties

14. Liability and Indemnification: Limitation of liability and mutual indemnification provisions

15. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information and privacy obligations

16. Term and Termination: Duration of agreement and termination provisions

17. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate clauses including governing law, notices, and assignment