Head : Investment Unit Negotiable

It Ridge Technologies Pty Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Johannesburg seeks a skilled Head: Investment Unit to lead their investment strategy. Responsibilities include developing investment strategies, managing portfolios, and overseeing asset managers. The ideal candidate should have an Honours degree in a relevant field and a minimum of 7 years of investment management experience. Excellent benefits such as Medical Aid and Provident Fund contributions are offered.

Benefits

Medical Aid Contribution

Provident Fund Contribution

Performance Bonuses

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years' experience in investment management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review investment strategies for local and offshore portfolios.
• Construct portfolios and define asset allocations.
• Oversee the selection and appointment of asset managers.
• Monitor portfolio performance to achieve objectives.
• Implement risk management measures and ensure compliance.
• Lead the investment team and set performance goals.

Skills

Knowledge of market systems and asset modelling software

Experience in the insurance industry

Familiarity with government procurement processes

Education

Honours degree in Financial Management, Accounting, Investment Management, Actuarial Science, or a related field

Job description

Job Title

Head : Investment Unit Our client who has been empowering South African exports since

Born under the wings of the Export Credit and Foreign Investments Insurance Act, is your go-to source for cutting-edge political and commercial risk insurance.

As a self-sustained force, they are not just an agency; they are the heartbeat of national export confidence, proudly owned by the state!

Description

We are seeking a skilled Head : Investment Unit to lead the implementation and management of our investment strategy.

This role involves setting and reviewing investment strategies, constructing portfolios, selecting asset managers, and ensuring compliance with regulations and risk parameters.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review investment strategies for local and offshore portfolios, considering insurance liabilities, regulations, and risk appetite.
• Construct portfolios and define asset allocations, investment guidelines, and manager specifications.
• Oversee the selection, appointment, and onboarding of asset managers.
• Monitor portfolio performance and manage fund manager allocations to achieve objectives.
• Implement risk management measures and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Lead the investment team, establish processes, and set performance goals.

Requirements

• Honours degree in Financial Management, Accounting, Investment Management, Actuarial Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years' experience in investment management.
• Knowledge of market systems and asset modelling software preferred.
• Experience in the insurance industry advantageous.
• Familiarity with government procurement processes beneficial.

We offer

• Medical Aid Contribution
• Provident Fund Contribution
• Performance Bonuses #J-