Fund Manager

S&K HR Consulting; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wealth management firm in Dubai is seeking an experienced Fund Manager to lead investment funds in line with strategic and regulatory requirements. This senior role demands a seasoned professional with over 10 years in fund management and expertise in DFSA regulations and risk management. The successful candidate will manage day-to-day investment activities, oversee portfolios, and ensure compliance with all fund documentation. Attractive compensation and opportunity to influence fund governance are offered.

Benefits

Compensation aligned with market norms

Opportunity to shape investment strategy

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in fund management, asset management, or investment advisory.
• Proven track record managing private funds.
• Strong understanding of DFSA regulations and DIFC regulatory framework.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day investment activities across one or more funds.
• Construct and oversee portfolios, asset allocation, and performance monitoring.
• Ensure full compliance with fund documentation, DFSA regulations, DIFC framework, and internal policies.

Skills

Fund management

Investment advisory

Portfolio construction

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Education

CFA

CAIA

MBA

Job description

Our client, a well-established Wealth Management & Financial Advisory firm, is looking to appoint an experienced Fund Manager to lead and oversee investment funds in line with the firms investment strategy, regulatory requirements, and global best practices.

This is a senior, high-impact role for a seasoned investment professional with a strong governance mindset and deep regional regulatory knowledge.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day investment activities across one or more funds
• Construct and oversee portfolios, asset allocation, and performance monitoring
• Ensure full compliance with fund documentation, DFSA regulations, DIFC framework, and internal policies
• Conduct investment research, due diligence, and risk assessments
• Work closely with Compliance, Risk, Fund Administrators, Custodians, and Auditors
• Liaise with regulators and external service providers as required
• Support fund launches, restructuring initiatives, and investor onboarding

Key Requirements

• 10+ years of relevant experience in fund management, asset management, or investment advisory
• Proven track record managing private funds
• Strong understanding of DFSA regulations and DIFC regulatory framework
• Demonstrated expertise in portfolio construction, risk management, and performance oversight
• Professional qualifications such as CFA, CAIA, MBA (preferred)
• Strong governance, compliance, and stakeholder-management capabilities

Whats on Offer

• Senior leadership role within a reputable wealth management platform
• Opportunity to shape investment strategy and fund governance
• Compensation aligned with market norms, commensurate with experience