Fund Manager III | Domestic Equity

EPF Malaysia; Selangor; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

EPF Malaysia is seeking a senior investment professional to deliver ROI and maintain portfolio health for domestic public equities in line with governance guidelines. You will track market performance, conduct equity research, and advise on buy/sell decisions to achieve income targets.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least 10 years of fund management experience, with strong analytical and communication skills and fluency in Bahasa Melayu and English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Management, Banking, Finance/Investment or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant fund management, equity research or related experience.
• Fluent in Bahasa Melayu and English.

Responsibilities

• Keep track of market performance and invested portfolio progress.
• Research and recommend buys/sells per approved guidelines.
• Monitor mandate status and make portfolio decisions to generate income.
• Continuously monitor portfolio to meet investment objectives.
• Develop sector/company expertise using top-down/bottom-up research.
• Prepare research reports on equity investments and new prospects.
• Contribute to weekly strategy meetings for investment decisions.
• Present findings to management to support decisions.
• Perform duties as required by supervisor.
• Mentor less experienced team members on fund management and research.

Skills

Fund management

Equity research

Financial analysis

Portfolio management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for delivering Return on Investment (ROI) and maintaining the portfolio health of EPF’s domestic public equities investments in compliance with the guidelines approved by the Management Investment Committee and the Investment Panel.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Keep track of market performance as well as the progress of invested companies.
• Conduct research and provide recommendations on the buying and selling of shares in accordance with the approved investment guidelines.
• Monitor the current status of the mandate and make portfolio decisions regarding stock buying/selling activities to generate the desired income.
• Constant monitoring of portfolio to ensure investment objectives are achieved.
• Develop expertise in specific sectors and companies by applying the Top Down/Bottom Up Research Approach (inputs from Internal and External Research Resources).
• Prepare research reports on equity investments and new investment prospects.
• Contribute to weekly strategy meetings for investment decisions.
• Conduct presentations internally or to management to support investment discussions and decision-making.
• Perform other duties as required by the supervisor from time to time.
• Provide guidance for less experienced team members on fund management skills and sector/stock research.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Pass Malay Language, including the oral test at the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) level or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Government
• Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Management, Banking, Finance/Investment or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Government from any local or overseas higher learning institution
• Minimum 10 years of relevant working experience in fund management, equity research, or related field
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Team player with basic leadership potential
• Good time management skills
• Strong analytical thinking and research capability
• Proficient in computing tools
• Fluent in Bahasa Melayu and English

JOB STATUS

Permanent

All applications are strictly CONFIDENTIAL, and only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. Applications are deemed UNSUCCESSFUL if there is no feedback from the EPF within 2 MONTHS after the closing date of the advertisement.