Job Description

Chief Investment and Growth Officer

Avamere

25115 SW Parkway, Suite B, Wilsonville, Oregon 97070

The role of Chief Investment and Growth Officer (CIGO) is a high-level executive position encompassing the crucial responsibilities of both a Chief Investment Officer (CIO) and a Chief Growth Officer (CGO). This individual plays a vital role in shaping the financial future and overall direction of a company by overseeing investment management and growth planning. CIGO is a key executive leader responsible for both managing investments and shaping complex financial landscapes, driving innovation, and ensuring long-term success and sustainability.

Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities

• Developing Investment Strategies: Creating a comprehensive investment strategy aligned with Portfolios: Overseeing the organization's investments, including asset allocation, risk management, and performance evaluation.
• Conducting Due Diligence: Performing thorough research and financial analysis on investment opportunities, reviewing financial data, and assessing risk factors.
• Lead cash initiatives, act as the liaison with investors, potential capital partners.
• Create financial structuring for acquisitions, new developments and develop cash planning for growth to drive overall portfolio value.
• Lead financial development plan: Analyze current and new business growth opportunities. and setting strategic objectives aligned with the company's vision and goals.
• Market Analysis: Monitoring market dynamics, customer preferences, and industry trends to uncover new opportunities, assess competitive threats, and recommend strategies to maintain a competitive edge.
• Managing Risk: Developing and implementing strategies to minimize risk exposure across both investments and growth initiatives.
• Team Leadership: Building and managing high-performing teams of investment professionals and analysts, delegating tasks, and providing ongoing support.
• Communicating with Stakeholders: Effectively conveying complex investment and strategic information to executives, board members, investors, and other stakeholders.
• Business development: Identifying and evaluating strategic partnership opportunities, potential ventures, mergers, acquisitions, and other capital projects.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Education: A bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, business administration, or a related field is typically required, with many professionals pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or other advanced degrees.
• Experience: Gaining extensive experience in investment management, financial analysis, real estate transactions, growth planning, or related fields is crucial. This often involves progressing through roles like financial analyst, investment manager, or strategic consultant.
• Certifications: Professional certifications like Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or Certified Strategic Management Professional (CSMP) can boost an individual's credibility and expertise
• Financial Expertise: In-depth knowledge of financial markets, investment vehicles, financial modeling, and regulatory compliance.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to anticipate market trends, analyze complex issues, and develop innovative solutions to drive business growth and long-term success.
• Leadership: Strong leadership skills to guide teams, inspire motivation, and navigate the challenges of implementing investment and strategic initiatives.
• Communication: Excellent written and oral communication skills to effectively articulate complex concepts to diverse audiences, build consensus, and foster strong relationships.
• Analytical Skills: The ability to evaluate complex financial data, identify investment opportunities and risks, and make informed decisions based on available data.
• Adaptability: Remaining agile and responsive to changing market dynamics and disruptions, including economic shifts, technological advancements, and regulatory changes.

Avamere Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.