Chief Investment Officer – Listed Investments Jobs

About the Public Investment Corporation (PIC)

The Public Investment Corporation (PIC) is one of Africa's largest and most successful investment managers, with over a century of experience in managing public sector funds. We oversee a massive portfolio of assets, focusing on delivering sustainable, long-term value through professional management and strong governance.

Role Overview: Chief Investment Officer – Listed Investments

We are seeking a strategic and experienced leader to serve as the Chief Investment Officer (CIO) for Listed Investments. In this role, you will provide high-level oversight of the corporation’s listed investment portfolio. Your primary goal is to ensure optimal risk-adjusted returns while aligning with our long-term financial and sustainability objectives. You will lead investment strategy, asset allocation, and manager selection across all listed asset classes.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership and Governance

• Develop and implement investment strategies that meet corporate and shareholder goals.
• Refine the Investment Policy Statement and strategic asset allocation frameworks.
• Provide expert insight into capital markets and global investment trends.

Portfolio Management

• Oversee multi-asset portfolios, including equities, fixed income, listed property, and ETFs.
• Ensure all portfolios deliver competitive performance through research-driven decision-making.
• Direct the implementation of active, passive, and thematic investment mandates.

Manager Selection and Risk Oversight

• Lead the due diligence and monitoring of external asset managers.
• Evaluate the performance and risk profiles of all external mandates.
• Ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements and internal risk protocols.

Requirements

• Experience: At least 15 years of senior management experience in the investment industry, with a focus on listed portfolios.
• Leadership: Minimum of five years in an executive or top management position.
• Education: A Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Investment Management, or a related field.
• Professional Certification: CFA, CA (SA), Pr. Eng, or an equivalent designation.
• Regulatory: FAIS Registered Key Individual (RE 05, 01, and 03 certificates).

Core Skills and Competencies

• Proven ability to lead large investment teams in an institutional environment.
• Deep understanding of global financial markets and risk analytics.
• Excellent communication and board-level presentation skills.
• Strong ethical orientation and a commitment to high governance standards.
• Strategic thinking, innovation, and the ability to adapt to changing markets.

Job Details

• Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
• Job Type: Full Time
• Field: Finance / Accounting / Audit
• Application Deadline: March 13, 2026

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should visit the official Public Investment Corporation website to submit their applications.