Chief Investment Officer

JR United Kingdom; Ipswich; Remote; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing fintech and digital finance group in the UK is seeking a Chief Investment Officer (CIO) to lead its capital markets strategy and investment management operations. The CIO will manage external capital relationships, define investment strategy, and oversee fundraising efforts. This senior role offers a chance to shape the financial landscape of a pioneering company at the intersection of fintech and blockchain.

Benefits

Remote-first role with flexible work arrangements

Competitive executive compensation with equity participation

Exposure to global markets and frontier innovation

Collaborative mission-driven culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in investment roles.
• Strong track record of raising capital and managing portfolios.
• In-depth knowledge of fintech, blockchain, and investment ecosystems.

Responsibilities

• Lead company-wide investment planning and capital strategy initiatives.
• Develop and maintain relationships with venture capital firms and institutional investors.
• Evaluate M&A opportunities and external partnerships.

Skills

Investment Strategy

Fundraising

Portfolio Management

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business

MBA or CFA designation

Job description

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We are a fast-growing fintech and digital finance group at the forefront of payments, Web3, and blockchain infrastructure. Our mission is to build accessible, secure, and decentralized financial systems for global users and institutions. With strong traction across consumer and enterprise segments, we are now entering the next phase of strategic growth and capital deployment.

We are seeking a seasoned Chief Investment Officer (CIO) to lead our capital markets strategy, institutional fundraising, and investment management operations. This leadership position offers the opportunity to shape the financial future of a high-growth digital finance company operating at the intersection of fintech and blockchain.

Position Overview

The CIO will be responsible for defining and executing our investment strategy, managing external capital relationships, and evaluating internal and external investment opportunities. Working closely with the executive team and board of directors, the CIO will oversee capital allocation, M&A opportunities, and long-term portfolio planning across business units and treasury functions.

This is a senior strategic role for an experienced investment professional with a strong background in fintech, private equity, venture capital, or institutional digital asset management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead company-wide investment planning, capital strategy, and deployment initiatives
• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with venture capital firms, institutional investors, and strategic funding partners
• Oversee fundraising efforts across equity financing models
• Evaluate M&A opportunities, external partnerships, and joint ventures for strategic alignment
• Provide detailed investment and performance reporting to stakeholders and board members
• Manage treasury operations and digital asset portfolio strategy in line with regulatory and financial standards
• Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, legal, product, and operations teams on capital and investment decisions
• Represent the company in external investment forums, investor discussions, and capital markets outreach

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in investment strategy, private equity, venture capital, corporate development, or asset management
• Strong track record of raising capital, managing portfolios, and executing investment deals
• In-depth knowledge of fintech, payments, blockchain, and Web3 financial ecosystems
• Experience leading cross-border investment strategies and institutional engagement
• Exceptional analytical, financial modeling, negotiation, and communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field required; MBA or CFA designation is preferred

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience as CIO, Managing Director, General Partner, or Head of Investments in a high-growth financial or tech company
• Familiarity with token economics, decentralized finance, and regulated digital asset structures
• Understanding of global regulatory environments for fintech and crypto-related investments

What We Offer

• Remote-first role with flexible work arrangements
• Competitive executive compensation with equity participation
• Strategic leadership opportunity in a high-impact, fast-scaling company
• Exposure to global markets and frontier innovation in finance and technology
• Collaborative, mission-driven culture focused on long-term value creation

How to Apply

• To express interest, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your background and suitability for the role to [emailprotected]