Mirae Asset Securities (Vietnam) is seeking a visionary and experienced Head of Research to lead, integrate, and elevate the firm’s research capabilities across Retail Research, Institutional Research, and Macro & Strategy Research.
The role is responsible for shaping the firm’s research philosophy, driving thought leadership, delivering high-impact insights to clients and internal stakeholders, and positioning Mirae Asset as a top-tier research house in Vietnam.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Research Leadership & Governance
- Lead and manage the Research Division, including Retail Research, Institutional Research, and Macro & Strategy teams.
- Build a high-performance research organization with clear coverage structure, quality standards, and succession planning.
- Establish research governance, editorial standards, and quality assurance processes in line with regulatory and group policies.
- Ensure independence, integrity, and compliance across all research activities.
2. Research Strategy & Thought Leadership
- Define and execute the overall research strategy, thematic focus, and market outlook aligned with business priorities.
- Develop medium- and long-term views on Vietnam’s macro economy, capital markets, and key investment themes.
- Position Mirae Asset Research as a credible thought leader for both retail and institutional investors.
3. Research Production & Content Oversight
- Oversee the production and quality of:
- Macroeconomic and market strategy reports;
- Sector and industry research;
- Company coverage, valuation, and earnings forecasts;
- Thematic and cross-sector investment ideas.
- Ensure research outputs are actionable, timely, and client-relevant, tailored by client segment (Retail, Institutional, Wealth Management).
4. Business Partnership & Internal Advisory
- Act as a key research advisor to Board of Directors, Executive Management, and business units.
- Provide market insights and investment recommendations to support:
- Wealth Management Division;
- Institutional / Wholesale Sales;
- Proprietary investment and product development (where applicable).
- Collaborate closely with IB, Retail/Whole Sales, and Marketing to translate insights into commercial impact.
5. Client Engagement & Market Presence
- Lead analyst presentations, investment seminars, webinars, conferences, and major client events.
- Build and maintain relationships with:
- Key institutional clients;
- Regulators, industry bodies, and economic institutions;
- Corporates and sector experts.
- Enhance research distribution through digital channels and client platforms.
6. Innovation, Data & Technology Enablement
- Drive transformation of research workflows through:
- Data analytics, automation, and AI-supported tools;
- Integrated databases, dashboards, and modeling platforms.
- Improve speed, consistency, and scalability of research delivery while maintaining analytical rigor.
REQUIREMENTS
Education & Certification
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance, Economics, Banking, or related fields.
- Professional certifications such as CFA, CMT are strongly preferred.
- Securities Practice License is required.
Experience
- 10+ years of experience in equity/macro/investment research within securities firms, asset managers, or financial institutions.
- 5+ years in a senior leadership role (Head of Research, Research Director, or equivalent).
- Proven experience managing multi-team research structures serving both retail and institutional clients.
Competencies & Skills
- Strong expertise in macroeconomics, equity analysis, valuation, portfolio strategy, and Vietnam capital markets.
- Demonstrated strategic thinking and market foresight.
- Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and team development capabilities.
- Strong communication and presentation skills in Vietnamese and English.
- Solid understanding of digital research distribution, data-driven analysis, and technology-enabled research models.
Personal Attributes
- High integrity, independence, and sense of professional responsibility.
- Commercial mindset with strong client orientation.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, international, and performance-driven environment.
WHY JOIN MIRAE ASSET SECURITIES (VIETNAM)
- Be part of a top foreign securities firm with strong global backing and long-term commitment to Vietnam.
- Lead one of the most strategically important functions of the firm.
- Opportunity to build a next-generation research platform combining deep fundamentals with technology and data.
- Competitive compensation and leadership-level benefits package.
- Hồ Chí Minh: 3C Tôn Đức Thắng, Phường Sài Gòn (Quận 1 cũ)
Thứ 2 - Thứ 6 (từ 08:00 đến 17:30)