Macro & Investment Strategist

Macro Strategist - Success Profile

The Macro Strategist serves as a key thought leader in interpreting macroeconomic trends, policy shifts, and market dynamics to guide investment strategy and asset allocation. This role requires a blend of analytical rigor, strategic foresight, and communication excellence to influence decision-making across portfolios and client engagements.

Responsibilities

• Macroeconomic Analysis: Monitor, forecast and interpret global and domestic economic indicators, (geo)political developments, and market trends.
• Investment Strategy Development: Formulate top-down investment theses and translate them into actionable strategies across asset classes (equities, fixed income, real estate, FX, alternatives).
• Asset allocations: Create strategic asset allocation model portfolio
• Thought Leadership: Produce high-quality research reports, white papers, presentations for internal stakeholders and clients, and nd media engagements
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with portfolio managers, asset allocators, and risk teams to align macro views with portfolio construction.
• Client Engagement: Communicate macro views to clients, contributing to investment committees, roadshows, and strategic reviews.

Strategic Thinking

• Ability to synthesize complex macro data into clear, actionable insights.
• Anticipates market inflection points and policy shifts with a forward-looking lens.
• Balances long-term strategic views with short-term tactical opportunities.

Technical Expertise

• Deep understanding of macroeconomic theory, global financial systems, and capital markets.
• Proficiency in econometric modeling, scenario analysis, and forecasting tools.
• Strong understanding of global and domestic macroeconomics, financial markets, asset classes, and investment products.
• Good technical/data/system development skills

​Experience & Qualifications

• 5-10 years experience in macro research and investment strategy
• Experience working in international asset management, wealth management is a plus
• Advanced degree in Economics, Finance, or related field (PhD or Master’s preferred).
• Good at communication, public speaking and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate macro views clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Builds credibility with senior stakeholders and clients through insight and conviction
• Language: compulsory Vietnamese fluent

Competencies

• Visionary investment thinking
• Strong analytical and quantitative capabilities
• High ethical standards and fiduciary responsibility