Head, Portfolio Optimisation & Solutions | Business Solution Section Full Time

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for identifying, developing and implementing portfolio construction methodologies and investment solutions. The focus is on enhancing portfolio outcomes through quantitative research, optimization frameworks and risk-adjusted investment strategies.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Explore new investment mandates, strategies, products and instruments in the market.
• Conduct research and feasibility study for strategy formulation and new idea generations.
• Responsible for the establishment of new mandates and selection of managers for the approval of management.
• Conduct portfolio analytics and optimisation analysis by mandates, asset classes and geographical.
• Utilize quantitative tools to determine optimal deployment of new funds across mandates and managers to align with target risk-return profile.
• Conduct forecasts and risk assessments for various investment strategies.
• Collaborate with Head of Section and other related section to develop and refine optimization methodology/models.
• Review reports and presentations for senior management that prepared by team members on portfolio analytics and optimization analysis.
• Conduct presentations internally or to management.
• Supervise and manage the team members in Portfolio Optimisation and Solution Unit as well as monitor task performed by team members.
• Perform other duties as required by the Head of Section and Head of Department from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Malaysia citizen.
• Obtain a pass in Bahasa Malaysia, including oral test in Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) level.
• Possess a Bachelor Degree or Bachelor Degree (Honours) in Accounting, Business Management, Banking, Finance/Investment or equivalent qualifications recognised by the Government from any local or overseas higher learning institutions.
• Candidates with at least 10 year’s work experience in portfolio analytics involving process of evaluating and interpreting performance, risk and composition using data-driven techniques and an expert in various tools of advance software platforms and programming languages for various asset class.
• Candidates with at least 10 year’s work experience in investment management, portfolio strategy, financial analysis, manager selection, mandate development and investment strategy formulation would be considered.
• Independent, highly disciplined, prioritizes work, mature and able to achieve the desired performance.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Teamwork and basic leadership potential.
• Good time management.
• Analytical thinking and research ability.
• 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 in for interview. Applications are deemed UNSUCCESSFUL if there is no feedback from the EPF 2 MONTHS after the closing date of the advertisement.