Head Of Investments

Findojobs South Africa • Other • Other (Gauteng, South Africa) • $500 - $600 / year • 7h ago

A leading financial services organisation providing stockbroking and investment management services is seeking a Head of Investments to lead their investment team in Johannesburg.

As a member of the leadership team at this diverse and thriving company, the primary objective of this position will be to oversee the company's portfolio of investments, manage a team of financial analysts, and work closely with the CEO to set the company's overall investment strategy.

The Head of Investments position requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record in investment management and financial strategy. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment where your expertise will have a direct impact on the company's success.

Key qualifications and experience required for the Head of Investments:

Postgraduate Degree in Finance, Investments, Actuarial Sciences or similar
Fully qualified CFA
10 – 15 years’ experience within the investment sector
Proven leadership experience
Strong understanding of financial markets and investment strategies
Systems knowledge: Bloomberg, FactSet, EquitiesRT (to name a few)

Key duties of the Head of Investments:

Develop and implement investment strategies that align with the company's business goals
Manage and oversee the company's portfolio of investments
Lead and mentor a team of financial analysts
Work closely with the CEO to set the company's overall investment strategy
Monitor market trends and adjust investment strategies as necessary
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards

Key personal skills:

Proactive, taking initiative to identify and address challenges before they become problems
Ability to make informed decisions under pressure
Strong ability to work collaboratively and effectively with others
Able to think strategically and develop a plan of action that aligns with the organisation's goals
Effective communicator, able to convey ideas and information clearly and convincingly to an audience
Strong people management and leadership skills
Must want to add value and get stuck in

If you are a dynamic, ambitious, and results-driven finance professional looking for a big opportunity, eager to join a thriving business, and willing to take charge of a strong and innovative team, we encourage you to get in touch for a discussion about this position.