MD - Chinese Asset Management Company

My client is the asset management department of one leading Chinese Financial Institution, due to business expansion and now is looking for one MD / Head of Asset Management.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Formulate and Execute Investment Strategy: Develop and implement the firm's overall investment strategy and asset allocation plan, aligning with the group's direction and the specific dynamics of the Hong Kong market
2. Lead Investment Research & Decision-Making: Direct in-depth research on macro-economics, industry trends, and market dynamics to build a superior investment research framework and provide high-quality support for critical investment decisions
3. Oversee Comprehensive Risk Management: Establish and enhance the investment risk management framework, ensuring effective monitoring of market, credit, and liquidity risk, and guaranteeing full compliance with all regulatory and internal control requirements
4. Drive Cross-Border & Technology-Enabled Investing: Lead the expansion of cross-border investment opportunities and optimize multi-market, multi-currency asset allocation. Spearhead the integration of advanced technologies (e.g., Big Data, AI, Quant strategies) to enhance investment efficiency and intelligence
5. Enhance Market Presence & Stakeholder Relations: Represent the firm to strengthen market channels, build key partnerships, and elevate the company's profile and reputation within the capital markets
6. Build and Lead High-Performing Teams: Recruit, mentor, and lead a professional investment and research team. Establish all necessary supporting operational systems to ensure seamless business execution
7. Ensure Holistic Business Management: Hold ultimate responsibility for the P&L, operational integrity, and strategic growth of the firm, fulfilling all overarching leadership duties as required by the management team

Qualifications:

1. A minimum of 15 years of experience in asset management, with a proven track record of direct involvement in portfolio management and investment decision-making
2. Demonstrable success in growing AUM through investment performance and product innovation
3. Comprehensive understanding of the operational, risk, and compliance requirements for running a regulated asset management firm in Hong Kong, particularly for complex fund structures
4. Holder of relevant SFC licenses (Type 1, 4, and 9 are highly desirable)