Head of Investments

Are you a seasoned and visionary leader in investment management with a passion for driving superior portfolio performance?

Our client is seeking a Chief Investment Officer (CIO) to lead their investment strategy and manage flagship equity model portfolios. This is a senior leadership role where you will be the custodian of our investment philosophy, providing strategic direction to our investment management and equity research teams. If you have a substantial track record of investment success and are ready to shape the future of their firm, they want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Establish and manage our flagship local and international equity model portfolios.
• Provide strategic direction and technical assistance on investment policy and strategy formulation.
• Oversee the investment research agenda to identify areas of out performance.
• Develop strategies for identifying, measuring, and mitigating risks within the investment management process.
• Chair the company’s Investment Committee.
• Mentor and provide guidance to direct reports, including Equity Analysts, and set investment goals for performance and growth.

Experience and Qualifications:

• A postgraduate degree in Investments Management, Finance, Actuarial Science, Quantitative, or Risk Management.
• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) qualification.
• 10-15 years of investment management experience.
• At least 5 years of senior leadership experience.
• A substantial track record in portfolio management across a variety of products and markets, with exposure to both local and global equities.