Chief Investment Officer (Japan Based)

Location: Japan
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Contact: Ethan Tan
Reference: 3211
Posted: about 18 hours ago
Are you a visionary investment leader with a proven track record in real estate asset management? We are seeking a dynamic Chief Investment Officer to spearhead our client's diverse real estate investment strategies across residential, co-living, office, and hotel properties. This is a pivotal role where you will drive investment performance, cultivate strategic relationships, and shape the future growth of our fund.

As the CIO, you will be instrumental in maximizing returns through astute asset optimization, proactive risk management, and the identification of compelling investment opportunities. You will collaborate closely with our management team to ensure the sustained growth of the fund and the achievement of stable, long-term earnings.

Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Visionary: Develop and execute long-term investment strategies that align with our growth objectives and market outlook.
- Deal Architect: Lead the full investment lifecycle, from sourcing and rigorous due diligence to structuring complex real estate investment deals.
- Portfolio Maestro: Build, actively manage, and meticulously analyze the performance of a multi-asset real estate portfolio.
- Market Intelligence: Continuously monitor global and local market trends, economic conditions, and regulatory changes to inform investment decisions.
- Partnership Builder: Cultivate and nurture strong relationships with key external partners, including developers, financial institutions, and advisors.
- Investor Confidant: Provide insightful reports and strategic advice to our valued investors, fostering trust and transparency.
- Sustainability Champion: Formulate and implement cutting-edge ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) and sustainability policies across our investment portfolio.

Key Requirements:
- Educated: Bachelor’s degree in finance, real estate, economics, or a related field is essential. An MBA, CFA, or a relevant real estate license is highly preferred.
- Experienced: Extensive experience (over 10 years) in asset management, investment analysis, and portfolio management, ideally gained at foreign investment funds or leading real estate asset management firms.
- Knowledgeable: Deep understanding of macroeconomics, financial markets, and sophisticated risk management techniques.
- Analytical & Decisive: Possess strong analytical capabilities and a proven ability to make sound, high-impact investment decisions.
- Communicator: Exceptional communication and presentation skills, capable of engaging and influencing both investors and senior executives.
- Leader: Demonstrated experience in managing and mentoring high-performing teams.
- Global Mindset: Business-level English proficiency is a must.

We're looking for a self-driven individual who is proactive in proposing improvements and passionate about mentoring junior staff. You should be adept at collaborating effectively with diverse stakeholders, possess a keen eye for numbers and contracts with meticulous attention to detail, and have the ability to oversee entire projects while proactively managing risks.


If you are interested to find out more, apply now!