Manager - Investment Operations

Dubai Holding; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Dubai Holding is seeking a Manager – Investment Operations to support the operational and administrative activities of DHI’s investments, including the Funds platform. You will drive coordination with internal teams and external service providers while ensuring accuracy and timeliness of capital activity, reporting, and NAV related tasks.

The role requires at least 4 years in fund operations or administration, strong Excel/data skills, and knowledge of fund structures.

Qualifications

• Degree in accounting, finance, or related discipline.
• Strong understanding of fund structures and capital calls.
• Proficiency in Excel and data management.
• Experience with NAV calculations and fund reporting.
• Professional certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee capital activity across multiple underlying funds and investments.
• Coordinate data entry, reporting, and audit requests with internal teams.
• Manage subscription, redemption, and liquidity schedules.
• Support annual fund audits, tax filings, and NAV reporting.
• Design workflows and automate processes to reduce risk and improve accuracy.
• Liaise with custodians, fund administrators, and third-party providers.

Skills

Fund operations

Data management

Excel

Investment reporting

NAV reporting

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

CFA/CA

Tools

Fund accounting software

NAV systems

ERP systems

Job description

Established in 2004, Dubai Holding is a global investment company with investments in more than 34 countries and a combined workforce of nearly 45,000 individuals. In line with the vision of Dubai’s leadership and economic diversification strategy, Dubai Holding companies have nurtured sectors, irrevocably transforming Dubai’s socio-economic landscape and positioning Dubai as a diversified, globally integrated economy.

Dubai Holding is committed to the diversification of Dubai’s non-oil economy. Our portfolio, valued at over AED 284+ billion, spans 10 sectors, including real estate, hospitality, leisure & entertainment, ICT, design, education, media, retail, manufacturing & logistics, and science.

For the Good of Tomorrow

Dubai Holding is looking to hire a Manager – Investment Operations within Dubai Holding Investments. The job holder is responsible to support the operational and administrative activities of DHI’s investments, including DHI’s Funds platform. The role holder will be exposed to a wide array of investment strategies, including direct investments, co-investments, private equity funds, private credit funds and hedge funds. The role holder is expected to drive strong coordination with internal teams and external service providers while being detail - oriented and proactive

If you are ready to embark on a dynamic journey where your talents are valued, and your contributions make a real impact, we would like to hear from you.

Key Accountabilities:

Capital Activity Oversight:

• Track and process capital calls, distributions, redemptions, and subscriptions across multiple underlying funds and investments
• Maintain accurate records of investment commitments, funding status, and liquidity schedules
• Reconcile cash flows and maintain internal capital account models

Data and Reporting Management:

• Maintain and update fund performance, exposure, and liquidity tracking databases
• Support quarterly reports, factsheets, and audit requests
• Ensure timely delivery of reports to internal stakeholders
• Review ODD reports provided by third party and provide feedback
• Coordinate document collection and data entry for new fund investments
• Maintain operational due diligence tracking tools
• Interface with third-party ODD providers as needed

Trade & Settlement Oversight:

• Track and Monitor subscription/redemption timelines and ensure timely settlement
• Liaise with custodians and fund administrators to ensure accurate and timely transaction processing

Audit, Tax and Compliance Support:

• Provide data and support for annual fund audits and tax filings
• Maintain proper documentation and internal controls
• Coordinate with fund administrators to review and understand monthly/quarterly NAVs reporting
• Maintain knowledge of NAV components, including management and performance fees from underlying managers and flag anomalies
• Support reconciliation between fund administrator-reported data and internal investment records or models

Process and System Management:

• Design and improve operational workflows and controls to enhance efficiency and reduce risk
• Lead initiatives for systems automation, data integration, and dashboard/reporting improvements
• Maintain internal capital tracking models, waterfall calculations, and exposure monitoring tools

Who we are looking for:

• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in fund operations or administration — ideally within a fund of funds or multi-manager platform

Education/Professional Certification:

• Degree in accounting, finance, or related discipline from a recognized university
• Strong understanding of fund structures (LP/LLC), capital calls, and waterfall mechanics
• Proficient in Excel and data management
• Taking and Sustaining - Level 3
• Strategic Thinking - Level 3
• High Performance Teamwork and Cooperation - Level 3

As much as we would be delighted to entertain all applicants, due to the high volumes of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted within 14 business days.

This job description is not all inclusive. Dubai Holding reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Dubai Holding is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.