Deputy Chief Investment Officer (Job Onsite in Dubai) | Family Office | 0% Tax

RGG Capital; Dubai; On-site; AED 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent investment firm in Dubai is seeking an experienced Investment Leader to oversee strategic investment decisions and lead the development of portfolio strategies. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in investment management, an advanced degree, and strong quantitative skills. This role offers a competitive tax-free salary and full relocation support.

Benefits

Tax-free base salary up to 85K AED/month

Annual bonus up to 100%

Comprehensive relocation support

Qualifications

• 10+ years of proven investment management experience, preferably in family office environments.
• Advanced degree (Masters or PhD) from a top-tier institution.
• Exceptional quantitative capabilities with advanced Excel skills.
• Demonstrated expertise in multi-asset class portfolio management.
• Proven track record developing risk management frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of investment portfolio strategies.
• Develop and implement comprehensive risk frameworks.
• Spearhead research initiatives for investment models.
• Partner with the CIO to formulate investment approaches.
• Generate risk analytics and performance insights.

Skills

Investment management

Quantitative analysis

Leadership

Programming in Python

Risk management

Education

Advanced degree in Finance, Mathematics, Physics, or related field

Tools

Bloomberg

Python-based analytics frameworks

Job description

Why This is a Distinctive Opportunity for an Investment Leader

Direct Strategic Oversight : Assume direct strategic oversight of investment decisions, impacting significant capital allocation across global markets and shaping the long-term direction of the firm's portfolio.

Direct CIO and CEO Partnership & Strategic Autonomy : Benefit from direct strategic alignment with the CIO and CEO.

Experience the agility and long-term perspective of patient capital, free from common external fund management pressures, allowing for true strategic development.

Exceptional Financial Rewards & Relocation Package (Tax-Free Dubai)

Competitive Tax-Free Base Salary : Base salary of up to 85K AED / month + an annual bonus of up to 100% based on alpha generation.

This represents our full compensation spectrum, with specific offers determined by relevant experience and demonstrated expertise.

Full Relocation Support : Enjoy comprehensive relocation support including flights, visa sponsorship, and two weeks of hotel accommodation upon arrival.

Innovate with Advanced Tools : Leverage Bloomberg, Barra / Axioma, proprietary quantitative models, and advanced Python-based analytics frameworks to drive sophisticated investment decisions and cutting-edge financial modeling.

What You'll Achieve

Architect Strategic Investments : Lead the development of sophisticated investment portfolio strategies across multiple asset classes that drive exceptional returns.

Design Risk Management Excellence : Develop and implement comprehensive risk frameworks that ensure robust oversight while optimizing portfolio performance.

Lead Quantitative Innovation : Spearhead research initiatives that enhance our investment models across equities, credit, and options markets.

Drive Investment Policy Formation : Partner with the CIO to formulate strategic investment approaches that balance growth objectives with appropriate risk parameters.

Deliver Critical Market Intelligence : Generate sophisticated risk analytics and performance insights that inform executive decision-making.

Cultivate Investment Talent : Mentor team members while fostering a culture of analytical excellence and innovative investment thinking.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Required

10+ years of proven investment management experience with significant exposure to hedge fund operations and selection, preferably within family office environments.

Advanced degree (Masters or PhD) from a top-tier institution in Finance, Mathematics, Physics, or a related quantitative field.

Exceptional quantitative capabilities with advanced Excel skills and strong programming proficiency in Python for complex financial modeling.

Demonstrated expertise in multi-asset class portfolio management, with a particular focus on equities, credit, and options.

Proven track record developing sophisticated risk management frameworks that perform successfully even in volatile market conditions.

Deep understanding of financial markets, including derivatives and complex financial instruments.

Strong leadership abilities with excellent communication skills for engaging effectively with senior stakeholders.

Preferred

Additional professional certifications such as CFA, FRM, or equivalent.

Experience with emerging markets and related investment strategies.

Knowledge of regulatory frameworks across multiple jurisdictions.

Advanced programming skills in Java or C# to complement Python expertise.

If your expertise and track record align with this unique leadership opportunity, we invite you to take the next step.

Click "Apply" to submit your profile.

Suitable candidates will be contacted for an initial confidential discussion with our CIO.