URGENT UPDATE: The National Pension Service (NPS) of South Korea is actively seeking to recruit 30 new fund management professionals, focusing on equities, bonds, and alternative investments. The announcement was made just hours ago, with applications open until November 17, 2025.
This major recruitment drive comes on the heels of NPS’s significant growth, with assets under management surging by $140 billion in the first ten months of 2025. The NPS Investment Management department, based in Jeonju, South Korea, is keen to bolster its team to better manage its expanding portfolio.
The positions available include 2 senior portfolio managers and 28 portfolio managers. Candidates for senior roles must have a minimum of seven years of investment experience, while portfolio manager applicants need at least three years of relevant experience. All roles are contract-based, with initial terms ranging from three to five years, subject to renewal based on performance assessments.
Successful candidates will undergo a rigorous selection process involving document screening, career verification, and interviews, with final appointments scheduled for February 2026. Notably, the recruitment process will maintain anonymity, omitting personal details such as name and educational background to ensure a fair evaluation of all applicants.
Potential applicants are encouraged to apply through the NPS official website, but they can only submit applications for one specific field. Some positions may remain vacant if qualified candidates are not found, highlighting the competitive nature of this recruitment.
This strategic hiring initiative underscores NPS’s commitment to strengthening its investment capabilities amid unprecedented growth. As the pension fund continues to expand, the successful onboarding of skilled professionals will be critical to managing its increasingly diversified asset base.
Stay tuned for more updates as the recruitment process unfolds and NPS continues to shape the landscape of global asset management.
