Investment Manager

About the Role

We are looking for a seasoned Investment Manager to steer and execute our organization's investment direction, oversee investment portfolios, pinpoint high-value ventures, and ensure sustainable returns while managing risks effectively. This position is vital for propelling the company's long-term expansion and elevating shareholder value.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and refine both short- and long-term investment strategies aligned with company goals.
• Conduct thorough analysis of local and regional markets, industries, and economic trends to uncover compelling investment prospects.
• Assess investment opportunities including mergers, acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and joint ventures.
• Advise executive leadership and the Board with investment recommendations and strategic insights.
• Create and enhance governance frameworks, policies, and decision-making procedures related to investments.
• Manage and optimize investment portfolios to maximize returns.
• Lead detailed due diligence encompassing financial, legal, commercial, operational, and technical aspects.
• Track portfolio performance and implement corrective measures when necessary.
• Design and tailor portfolio structures to meet targeted risk-adjusted return goals.
• Drive investment transactions from initial evaluation to deal closing.
• Conduct ongoing market research to identify new investment opportunities in targeted sectors.
• Recognize and mitigate investment-associated risks.
• Stay informed on economic, regulatory, and market developments impacting investments.
• Set risk appetite, investment limits, early warning signals, and exit strategies.
• Ensure strict adherence to investment and risk policies.
• Forge and maintain robust relationships with investors, financial institutions, strategic allies, and stakeholders.
• Lead negotiations related to strategic investments, partnerships, and funding arrangements.
• Represent the company before investment bodies, financial firms, and external parties.
• Utilize a broad network of investors, funds, banks, advisors, developers, and governmental organizations.
• Structure and evaluate financing options, capital configurations, and funding strategies for opportunities.
• Prepare regular investment performance reports and presentations.
• Develop advanced financial models to guide investment choices.
• Present investment proposals to executives and committees, detailing assessments, alternatives, risk analyses, projected returns, scenarios, and advice.
• Maintain and update investment policies, authority matrices, conflict-of-interest protocols, and committee guidelines.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Investment, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or relevant disciplines.
• Master's degree (MBA, Finance, Investment, or related field) is preferred.
• Minimum eight years of experience in investment, asset, or portfolio management roles.
• At least three years serving in a leadership capacity such as Investment Manager or equivalent.
• Demonstrated history of successfully managing or contributing to investments generating tangible returns.
• Exposure to mergers and acquisitions, strategic alliances, financing, private equity, or real estate development.

Preferred Certifications

• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
• Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA)

Technical Proficiencies

• Advanced skills in financial analysis and investment valuation techniques.
• Expertise in financial modeling tools including Net Present Value (NPV), Internal Rate of Return (IRR), Return on Investment (ROI), Payback Period, Sensitivity, and Scenario Analysis.
• Investment portfolio oversight and management.
• Comprehensive due diligence coordination.
• Feasibility studies and investment evaluations.
• Risk management and optimizing returns within investment portfolios.
• Deal structuring and transaction management.

Leadership and Interpersonal Capabilities

• Strategic vision and deep investment insight.
• Ability to lead and manage high-performing teams.
• Decision-making rooted in data analysis.
• Experience managing change and organizational transformations.
• Strong negotiation and influence skills.
• Clear and effective communication with executives and stakeholders.
• Exceptional relationship management with investors and partners.