Chief Investment Officer | Equities | Centurion Centurion Salary: ZAR 1,000,000+ Join a leading Asset Manager firm as Chief Investment Officer.
With a global presence and a commitment to innovation, this company offers a dynamic environment for top-tier investment professionals.
The primary purpose of the Chief Investment Officer (CIO) is to establish investment strategies and manage our flagship equity model portfolios (local and international).
Furthermore, the CIO will assist and complement our client's Portfolio Management team with the view to making recommendations as to acquire, dispose or hold investments based on empirical research.
Key Responsibilities: Provide input and management oversight of investment strategy formulation to ensure the business is supported by the appropriate investment capabilities.
Manage and accept accountability for our client's flagship model portfolios (local and offshore).
Serve as the custodian of the business' investment philosophy.
Ensure investment capabilities and initiatives are appropriately prioritized and aligned to our investment philosophy.
Work and provide technical assistance on investment policy.
Ensure that investment mandates are established, implemented, and adhered to.
Monitor and assess the effectiveness and performance of investment strategies, products, and solutions, identifying areas of opportunity that will enhance the client experience and returns.
Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management: Develop strategies for identifying, measuring, and mitigating risks relating to the overall investment management process.
Ensure compliance with company policies, regulations, and rules.
Chair the client's Investment Committee.
Investment Research: Oversee the investment research agenda and identify areas of outperformance, whether sectors or stocks, to outperform benchmarks.
Supervise and mentor Equity Analysts complementary to the business' investment process.
Effectively Lead Team: Lead and provide strategic direction to the investment management and equity research teams.
Identify opportunities to leverage strategic relationships and alliances for new investment or growth opportunities.
Provide management in investment areas with an investment view based on performance.
Mentor and guide direct reports.
Set investment goals for performance and growth.
Manage performance of direct reports and hold them accountable.
Identify relevant development needs within the team.
Ensure transformational targets are met.
Qualifications: Postgraduate degree in Investments Management, Finance, Actuarial Science, Quantitative or Risk Management.
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA).
Experience: 10-15 years of investment management experience.
5 years of senior leadership experience.
Exposure to portfolio management across various products, markets, and industries with a substantial track record of investment performance.
Exposure to both local and global equity portfolio management and equity research.
Stakeholder management and influencing skills.
Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.
Comfortable leading and directing teams.
Ability to identify and seize business opportunities.
Focus on continuous improvement and providing insights.
Ability to remain composed under pressure.
Strategic thinker with a long-term vision.
Persuasive communicator and negotiator.
Open to challenging ideas and established views.
Motivational leader who empowers individuals.
Skilled in conflict resolution and understanding team dynamics.
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