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Total Compensation (including bonuses and incentives): $2,500,000 to over $12 million annually
Please apply only if you have the relevant experience in deploying hundreds of million in capital, along with a proven ability to deliver strong and successful investment returns. Defense industry experience is a plus but is not a must. If you don't have the relevant Investment Officer experience please do not apply and instead please follow our page for future opportunities that might align better with your skill set and experience.
Company Description
EU Defense Capital is planning to deploy €10 billion in capital to support and strengthen European defense projects across the continent. EU Defense Capital is a strategic private equity fund and fund of funds focused on transforming Europe and NATO's defense, infrastructure, and dual-use technology sectors. Led by experts with exceptional military and financial expertise, the fund delivers strong financial returns by consolidating high-growth firms and financing critical projects. EU Defense Capital emphasizes innovation, resilient infrastructure development for NATO operations, and leveraging government grants to enhance investment margins. With a focus on strategic asset control and rapid scaling through mergers, acquisitions, and IPOs, the fund targets cutting-edge sectors like AI, drones, aerospace, and dual-use platforms. Aiming to exceed a 25% IRR and achieve operational scalability, the fund plays a vital role in modernizing essential markets.
Role Description
This is a full-time remote position for a Chief Investment Officer (CIO). The CIO will oversee the fund’s investment strategy, portfolio performance, and financial management. This includes identifying high-impact investment opportunities in the defense and dual-use technology sectors, managing risk across portfolios, and driving asset growth. The CIO will lead teams through mergers, acquisitions, and IPO strategies, working closely with governments, military leaders, and institutional partners to meet financial and operational targets. The role requires developing and assessing funding strategies, establishing strong relationships with stakeholders, and ensuring alignment with the organization’s strategic goals.
Qualifications
- Experience in fund of funds and direct investments
- Extensive experience in Investment Strategies and Portfolio Management
- Strong expertise in Investment Management, Finance, and related disciplines
- Proven success in identifying and executing large-scale direct or fund of funds Investments
Please Follow our page to learn more about this and our other job posts
Total Compensation (including bonuses and incentives): $2,500,000 to over $12 million annually
