LOCATION: GELEX Tower, 27-29 Ly Thai To Str., Hoan Kiem Ward, Hanoi, Vietnam.
REPORTING TO: Group Chief Executive Officer
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Chief Investment Officer is responsible for leading the Group’s investment activities, from investment strategy and opportunity development to M&A execution, portfolio management, and post-investment value creation. GELEX is seeking an investment leader with an investor mindset, independent judgement, and the ability to lead complex transactions; someone who can influence at senior leadership level, connect key stakeholders, and build a strong investment team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Investment Strategy & Capital Allocation
- Contribute to developing and updating investment directions, priority areas, and capital allocation proposals in line with the Group’s strategy.
- Investment Research & Opportunity Development
- Lead research on industries, markets, and companies; identify investment trends, opportunities, and risks.
- Develop investment theses and translate research insights into a relevant pipeline of investment opportunities.
- M&A & Transaction Execution
- Lead the end-to-end evaluation and execution of transactions, from opportunity sourcing, due diligence, valuation, structuring, and negotiation through to transaction completion.
- Coordinate relevant stakeholders in large or complex transactions; ensure analytical quality, investment discipline, and effective risk control.
- Present, challenge, and defend investment theses and proposals before senior management and relevant approval bodies.
- Portfolio Management & Post-Investment Value Creation
- Monitor and evaluate portfolio performance and recommend initiatives to improve investment returns and enterprise value.
- Work closely with portfolio companies to drive appropriate post-investment value creation initiatives.
- Senior-Level Influence, Partner Ecosystem & Team Development
- Work effectively with senior leaders and key stakeholders; provide independent investment views based on data and analysis.
- Build and effectively leverage a network of partners, financial institutions, investment funds, advisors, and other stakeholders to develop investment opportunities.
- Build and develop a high-performing investment team with strong professional capabilities, independent judgement, and investment discipline.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Professional Experience
- 12–15 years of experience in investment, M&A, Private Equity, corporate investment, or related fields, including at least 5 years in an investment leadership role.
- Proven track record of leading large or complex investment/M&A transactions across the investment lifecycle.
- Strong expertise in investment analysis, due diligence, valuation, transaction structuring, and negotiation.
- Experience in investment strategy, capital allocation, and/or portfolio management in a professional investment environment.
- Experience in portfolio management and post-investment value creation is an advantage.
Leadership & Investment Capabilities
- Strong investment mindset and judgement, with the ability to form independent views and recommendations.
- Strong strategic thinking and analytical capability, with the ability to quickly understand new industries, business models, and investment opportunities.
- Proven ability to lead, build, and develop a professional investment team.
- Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with senior leaders, leaders of member companies, and relevant business partners.
- High standards of integrity, accountability, and professional discipline.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance, Investment, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- CFA, MBA, or other relevant international qualifications/certifications are an advantage.
- Professional proficiency in English, including communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
Fit with GELEX Culture
- Candidates should align with GELEX’s Core Values: Credibility – Synergy – Innovation, demonstrating integrity, collaboration, innovative thinking, and accountability in investment decisions.
BENEFITS:
- Attractive and negotiable salary based on qualifications and experience.
- Opportunities to work directly with the Company’s leadership team and key domestic and international business partners.
- Exposure to exciting investment, divestment, and corporate restructuring transactions.
- Performance-based bonuses, bonuses on public holidays and special occasions, and domestic and international company trips.
- A professional and friendly working environment with training and career development opportunities.
- Working hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday.
- Full benefits in accordance with Vietnamese labor laws, plus PTI health insurance.
CONTACT:
Interested candidates, please send your application details to the following email: Tuyendung@gelex.vn