Portfolio Manager

About the role

Capitalsterling is looking for a Portfolio Manager in Harare, Zimbabwe. The role oversees the management, maintenance and optimisation of funds held under umbrella listed equities, fixed income and a wide range of alternative investments, including real estate, agriculture, mining, hospitality and infrastructure. It also involves managing and monitoring portfolio companies in line with the firm's investment strategy.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and monitor portfolio companies, identify performance gaps and operational inefficiencies, and work with management to implement restructuring, cost optimisation and operational improvements
• Build relationships with senior management, board members, brokers and bankers, and collaborate with internal groups and external stakeholders on performance evaluation and interventions
• Lead initiatives such as revenue growth, market repositioning, divestitures, joint ventures and M&A, and mentor management teams in portfolio companies
• Provide thought leadership on industry trends, best practices and turnaround methodologies
• Generate investment policy statements, construct investment portfolios, buy and sell securities in client accounts, and determine client risk levels
• Maintain client relationships, update clients on market conditions and research, and evaluate portfolio performance against regulatory standards
• Ensure day-to-day business controls meet operational risk, regulatory compliance, AML/ATF and conduct risk requirements

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in finance, banking, economics, actuarial science or financial engineering; a master's degree is preferred
• At least 8 years of professional experience in fund management, private equity, investment banking or corporate turnarounds, with at least 5 years in traditional and alternative portfolio management
• Detailed understanding of Zimbabwean and international capital markets
• Exceptional analytical skills and excellent written and verbal communication

Required skills

• Strong understanding of financial modelling, operational restructuring and strategic management
• Professional certifications such as CFA, CAIA, CIPM or CA are a plus
• Experience as a buy-side trader and use of portfolio management systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access)