Director of Operations, Finance & Investor Relations

Selby Jennings; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm in Dubai seeks a Senior Finance Operations professional to oversee daily operations, manage fund accounting, and lead investor relations. This strategic role requires excellent communication skills and experience in hedge funds or asset management. The firm offers competitive compensation and a dynamic environment for career growth.

Benefits

Above-market base salary

Performance-based bonus

Visa and relocation support

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in hedge funds or asset management.
• Strong understanding of fund structures and compliance requirements.
• Ability to operate independently in a lean team environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily trade operations and service provider coordination.
• Manage fund accounting, NAV oversight, capital activity, and audits.
• Lead investor onboarding processes and communications.

Skills

Fund accounting

Investor relations management

Operations oversight

Financial planning

Communication and presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics

MBA, CPA, or CFA preferred

Job description

Role Summary :

We are seeking a senior professional to lead finance, operations, and investor relations. This is a strategic leadership role with direct exposure to the founding team and significant influence over the firm's infrastructure and growth trajectory.

Key Responsibilities :

Operations

• Oversee daily trade operations, reconciliations, and service provider coordination
• Lead fund and account onboarding processes
• Implement and refine operational procedures and controls

Finance & Accounting

• Manage fund accounting, NAV oversight, capital activity, audits, and tax filings
• Support financial planning, performance analysis, and reporting
• Liaise with fund administrator and external compliance / legal providers

Investor Relations

• Maintain CRM and manage investor onboarding (KYC / AML)
• Coordinate investor communications, reporting cycles, and due diligence requests
• Develop pitch materials and support capital raising efforts

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics (MBA, CPA, or CFA preferred)
• 5-10 years of experience in hedge funds or asset management
• Strong understanding of fund structures, Cayman vehicles, and admin platforms
• Investor-facing experience with excellent communication and presentation skills
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate independently in a lean team

Compensation & Benefits :

• Above-market base salary
• Performance-based bonus
• Potential for equity or long-term incentive package
• Visa and relocation support (if required)

Why Join :

This is a rare opportunity to join a high-performance investment firm at an early stage, with direct access to senior leadership and a clear path to long-term impact. The culture is agile, ambitious, and built on trust, integrity, and alignment.