Chief Investment Officer

Humana International Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm is seeking a Chief Investment Officer (CIO) in Kuala Lumpur. This role requires a strategic leader with 12+ years of experience in fund investments, who will define and execute investment strategies, manage portfolios, and lead a high-performing investment team. Candidates should possess a strong background in private equity or venture capital, along with excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• 12+ years investment experience, strong background in fund investments.
• Demonstrated success in portfolio construction and risk oversight.
• Deep industry network and strong due diligence capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the firm's investment strategy and programmes.
• Lead sourcing, evaluation, diligence, and selection of managers.
• Manage and monitor existing and new investments.

Skills

Investment strategy formulation

Manager selection

Portfolio management

Risk management

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in finance, Accounting or related fields

Job description

The CIO will lead the investment strategy and portfolio management of the fund-of-funds, including execution of investment programmed that align with the firms mandate and management of legacy investments. This role requires an investor with a strong network, analytical rigor, and experience managing multi-manager portfolios.

Key Responsibilities:

Define and execute the firm's investment strategy and programmes in alignment with the firms' mandate.

Investment evaluation and execution:

• Lead sourcing, evaluation, diligence and selection of external managers that align with the investment strategy and programmes
• Lead preparation of investment proposal papers to the investment panel
• Lead investment structuring, negotiation and execution of transaction documents

Post-Investment monitoring and reporting:

• Lead management and monitoring of existing and new investments, including legacy fund portfolios
• Lead risk management and divestment planning of existing and new investments, including legacy fund portfolios
• Oversee preparation of periodic investment management and monitoring reports and reviews

Oversee key investment pillars:

• Fund investments
• Contribute to firm-wide strategic decisions.
• Build and manage a high-performing investment team.
• Develop and maintain relationships with fund managers, institutional investors, and stakeholders.
• Monitor market trends and macroeconomic developments to inform portfolio decisions.

Qualifications:

• 12+ years investment experience, with a strong background in fund investments, preferably in private equity or venture capital.
• Bachelor's Degree and/or master's degree in finance, Accounting or related fields.
• Demonstrated success in manager selection, portfolio construction, and risk oversight.
• Deep industry network and strong due diligence capabilities.
• Strategic thinker with excellent communication and leadership skills.