Chief Investment Officer

Your Mission Should You Choose to Accept it 😁
You don’t just manage portfolios; you manage possibilities and profit.
As Chief Investment Officer, you will lead the firm’s investment vision; shaping strategies that turn market insight into performance. You’ll oversee portfolio construction, risk management, and capital allocation, ensuring every investment decision aligns with the firm’s objectives and clients’ long-term returns.
You see markets as living systems, not static charts. You translate volatility into opportunity, anticipate shifts before they happen, and drive disciplined execution across strategies and asset classes.
This role demands intellect, integrity, and foresight. You’ll work closely with the CEO and executive team to define the firm’s investment philosophy, manage risk frameworks, and deliver sustainable growth for clients and stakeholders alike.
If you live for markets, lead with conviction, and believe that excellence is a strategy; not a slogan; then your mission as Chief Investment Officer begins here.
About Volition Cap
Volition Cap is a game-changing asset manager empowering Africans & Diasporans to create wealth.
Roles & Responsibilities

• Sales: Build the firm’s Assets Under Management through strategic networks and relationships.
• Investment Strategy, Allocation & Tracking: Develop, implement and monitor the firm’s investment strategy across various asset classes.
• Team Leadership: Lead and develop a high-performing investment team, fostering a culture of results and deliverables tracking.
• Client Engagement: Work closely with HNI clients to understand their needs, provide strategic advice, and ensure high levels of satisfaction.
• Performance Reporting: Regularly report to the CEO and Directors on investment performance, strategy execution, and market conditions.
• Strategic Partnerships: Establish and maintain relationships with external partners to enhance the firm’s investment capabilities.
• Compliance: Ensure all investment activities comply with regulatory requirements and the firm’s ethical standards.
• Innovation: Identify and explore new investment opportunities, including emerging markets, technologies, and alternative investments.
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field. An advanced degree (MBA, CFA, or equivalent) is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in investment management, with a proven track record in portfolio management and investment strategy.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in managing and developing investment teams.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex investment concepts to a diverse audience.
• Deep understanding of investment regulations and compliance standards.
• Global exposure.
  

Remuneration and Perks

• Competitive remuneration in line with industry benchmarks
• Health Insurance
• Communication and transport allowances
• Birthday allowance
• Hybrid work options
• Staff-only investment opportunities
• High degree of autonomy & flexibility
• International travel and global growth opportunities

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