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:

  1. Investment Strategy & Capital Allocation
  • Contribute to developing and updating investment directions, priority areas, and capital allocation proposals in line with the Group’s strategy.
  1. 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.
  1. 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.
  1. 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.
  1. 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