Chief Investment Officer at Imperial Asset Managers Limited

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced, strategic, and results-driven professional to join our executive team as Chief Investment Officer (CIO).

The successful candidate will provide leadership and oversight for the company’s investment management activities across multiple asset classes, including equities, fixed income, money market instruments, and alternative investments. The role requires strong expertise in portfolio management, investment strategy, capital markets, risk management, and macroeconomic analysis.

The ideal candidate must possess a proven track record of delivering strong risk-adjusted investment performance, leading high-performing investment teams, and driving growth in Assets Under Management (AUM).

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company’s overall investment strategy and asset allocation framework.
• Oversee portfolio management activities across all investment mandates and asset classes.
• Monitor portfolio performance and ensure alignment with investment objectives and benchmarks.
• Lead market research, economic analysis, and investment outlook initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with investment policies, regulatory requirements, and risk management guidelines.
• Drive portfolio optimization and alpha generation strategies.
• Support funds mobilization and client retention initiatives alongside the Business Development team.
• Build and maintain relationships with institutional investors, counterparties, regulators, and market operators.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the investment team to achieve strategic business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage.
• Professional certifications are required.
• Minimum of 12–15 years relevant experience in asset management, investment banking, portfolio management, or capital markets.
• Minimum of 5 years in a senior investment leadership role.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, portfolio management, and investment analysis.
• Proven ability to manage institutional portfolios and deliver strong investment performance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive executive remuneration package
• Opportunity to lead a dynamic investment team
• Professional and collaborative work environment
• Career growth and strategic leadership opportunity