Careers

To assist the Chief Economist on analyzing global as well as regional macro economy and how its impact to Vietnam. Also propose economic advice on economic trends and prospects to the company and its partners/stakeholders (if required) with the objective of maximizing the Company’s investment performance and partnership relations based on researching literature reviews and data analysis.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Undertake the advanced analysis of global and Vietnam macro economy to support the investment teams to deep understand economic prospect.
• Assist the Chief Economist to conduct comprehensive economic analyses to evaluate the impact of new policies, programs, and initiatives from other countries to Vietnam and in Vietnam itself.
• Develop and apply economic models and quantitative techniques to assess trends, forecasts, and scenarios related to support the company’s investment philosophy.
• Conduct in-depth industry analysis of selected sectors of the economy with a view to identifying investment opportunities for the company and its potential investors.
• Coordinate with Marketing team and other relevant departments to deliver presentations/speeches of economics topics to local partners/stakeholders/commercial banks.
• Maintain good relationships with commercial bank treasury officers, government officials, and other relevant industry executives in order to identify nascent trends in the economy.
• Liaise with other members of VinaCapital’s research and investment teams to internally disseminate information about trends in the economy impacting specific investments or companies under research coverage.
• Research and report economic and financial data to Chief Economist
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including researchers, analysts, and Head of Funds to align economic analysis with organizational goals.
• Analyze macroeconomic and microeconomic data to support strategic planning and decision-making.
• Communicate complex economic concepts and findings clearly and effectively to non-specialist audiences, including senior management and external stakeholders.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Outstanding intellectual ability, evidence of a strong academic background and/or 10 years’ work experience in a highly demanding field (investments, banking, consulting, etc.)
• Experience of at least five years as an Economist, preferably in the financial services industry and experience in trade and development economics.
• Advanced degree in economics, engineering, mathematics or equivalent in Economics or other related fields from a recognized University. Master’s degree preferred.
• Exposure to econometric modelling and macroeconomic concepts such as IS-LM analysis useful, but not necessary.
• Securities analysis background and CFA designation preferred.
• Strong public speaking and good presentation skills.
• Experience in preparing and presenting research papers for use by the financial services industry and an expert understanding of quantitative and qualitative research methods, especially econometrics and operations research.
• Ability to communicate and function in a culturally diverse and change oriented setting with good knowledge of research practices in Vietnam.
• Ability to interact with senior officials of the government, international corporations, banks, and investors to present well researched and forecast economic information.
• Knowledge of broad analytical techniques, such as statistics, econometrics, as well as mathematical and operations research tools. In particular, the ability to analyse and draw reasonable inferences from the analyses of financial and economic data.
• Fluent in English and Vietnamese. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Very strong work ethic and intellectual curiosity.