Chief Investment Officer (CIO)

About the role

State Life Insurance Corporation of Pakistan is seeking a dynamic, results-oriented professional as Chief Investment Officer (CIO). The appointment is on a contract basis, initially for two years, and may be extended by mutual consent.

The Chief Investment Officer will:

• Direct, lead and control the investment function to generate profits while managing the Corporation's asset and liability structure.

• Develop long-term and short-term investment strategies to establish an optimum portfolio mix across asset classes.

• Periodically monitor investment strategies and assess their suitability in light of changing economic conditions.

• Assess and interpret financial information and relevant indicators before determining investment opportunities.

• Lead investment implementation, including developing processes and procedures and selecting investment products.

• Periodically oversee fund performance against targets and expectations established by the Investment Committee, Board or Management.

• Conduct regular Investment Committee meetings and record their decisions.

• Stay up to date with market trends and periodically share insights, ideas and findings with Management and the Board.

• Oversee the selection of suitable securities and debt instruments, assigning optimal investment weights based on fundamental research, sector analysis and available fund liquidity.

• Develop a reliable system for calculating the rate of return earned and investment performance over time.

• Advise Management and the Board on improvements to investment-related disclosures in the books of accounts.

Posts and vacancies

• Chief Investment Officer (CIO) — an initial two-year contract, extendable by mutual consent.

Eligibility

Applicants must have a master's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Statistics or Business Administration, or a professional qualification of FCA, FCCA or FCMA. CFA certification will be an additional advantage.

The maximum age is 56 years.

Candidates must have at least 10 years of experience in fixed income and equity markets in a leading role. They should have strong expertise in financial modelling, valuations and forecasting trends across multiple sectors and investment instruments. An understanding of accounting policies and practices relating to investments generally, and the insurance sector specifically, will be an advantage.

How to apply

Apply using the prescribed application form, available at https://statelife.com.pk/en/page/career

Complete the form with details of your experience and attach a copy of your CNIC, copies of certificates and degrees, and experience certificates. Send the application to:

Divisional Head (HR & A)
State Life Insurance Corporation of Pakistan
5th Floor, Principal Office
State Life Building No. 9
Dr. Ziauddin Ahmed Road, Karachi

No travelling or daily allowance will be admissible for the test or interview.

Important dates

Complete applications must be sent within 15 days of publication. The application deadline is 16 November 2026.