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Investment Strategist
Role summary
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The Investment Strategist at BDO Unibank, Inc. is expected to develop and implement investment strategies that align with the bank's objectives. Candidates should have a strong background in finance, economics, or a related field, with experience in investment analysis and portfolio management. They should possess excellent analytical skills, the ability to interpret market trends, and strong communication skills to effectively present strategies to clients and stakeholders. The role requires a proactive approach to identifying investment opportunities and managing risks.
Can I work in the Philippines?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Work permit route: the bank must post the job for Filipinos first, then file the permit and the 9(g) visa; senior and specialist posts are the realistic ones.
Before you apply: Dealing, advising and senior roles usually need a regulator's licence or approval, which checks your honesty, skills and finances. Ask if your job does.
Watch for: Graduate analyst roles are the hardest case: a permit is issued only if no Filipino is competent, able and willing to do the job (Labor Code, article 40).
Official source: Bureau of Immigration: Pre-arranged Employment Visa (9G). Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in the Philippines
Usual for Banking jobs in the Philippines, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Senior expat packages often add a housing allowance; local-hire contracts do not |
|---|---|
| Relocation | Employer files the permit and visa; fees are agreed in the contract; moving help for senior hires only |
| Flights | Yearly home flight in some senior expat packages; none for local hires |
| Contract | Regular after at most 6 months' probation (by law); foreigners' contracts follow the permit, 1 to 3 years |
| Leave | 5 days after 1 year; 10 regular holidays and 8 special days in 2026 (by law) |
| Income tax | 0% to PHP 250,000 a year (about USD 4,000), then 15% to 35%; 13th month tax-free to PHP 90,000 |
| Health cover | PhilHealth is deducted from pay and matched by the employer (by law); a company health plan is the office norm |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About BDO Unibank, Inc.
BDO Unibank, Inc. is the largest bank in the Philippines, offering a wide range of financial services including retail banking, investment banking, and wealth management. Known for its customer-centric approach, BDO provides innovative banking solutions to meet the diverse needs of its clients. With a strong presence across the country, BDO is committed to delivering exceptional service and fostering financial inclusion. The bank is recognized for its robust financial performance and its role in driving economic growth in the Philippines.