Vice President, Institutional Asset Management
Company Description
Standard Bank Egypt operates in one of Africa’s most dynamic investment destinations, where macroeconomic reforms and resilient financial institutions are driving long-term growth. Egypt has attracted significant foreign direct investment, strengthened its currency and reserves, and restored investor confidence, supported by global partners such as the IMF and EU. Recent positive ratings actions by Moody’s highlight the country’s improving outlook and opportunities for institutional investors. As a systemically important market in the Middle East and North Africa region, Egypt enables Standard Bank to connect trade and capital flows across Africa and global markets, supporting clients at the intersection of regional and international investment activity. Role Description The Vice President, Institutional Asset Management is a full-time, remote role responsible for leading institutional client asset strategies and portfolios for Standard Bank Egypt. The role includes developing and implementing investment strategies across asset classes, overseeing portfolio construction, and monitoring performance against client objectives and risk parameters. The Vice President will engage with institutional clients to understand their mandates, present investment proposals, and provide ongoing market and portfolio updates. Daily activities include analyzing macroeconomic and market trends, collaborating with research, risk, and product teams, and ensuring adherence to regulatory and internal governance standards. The role also involves contributing to business development initiatives, supporting new product design for institutional investors, and driving best practices in asset management within the Egypt and broader Africa franchise.
Qualifications
Candidates should possess strong Analytical Skills and the ability to interpret complex market, economic, and portfolio data. Candidates should possess expertise in Finance and Investments, with experience in institutional portfolio management and capital markets. Candidates should possess Asset Management skills, including asset allocation, risk management, and performance monitoring. Candidates should possess knowledge of Property Management and real estate investment strategies where relevant to institutional mandates. Advanced degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field; professional qualifications such as CFA or CAIA are strongly preferred. Proven experience in institutional asset management or investment banking, ideally with exposure to emerging and frontier markets. Strong client relationship management skills, including the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to diverse stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to work independently in a remote setting, collaborate across geographies, and operate within rigorous compliance frameworks. Familiarity with regional regulatory environments and global best practices in investment governance is an advantage.