Managing Director - Portfolio Strategy & Growth

Foreground LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An investment and asset management platform is seeking a Managing Director to oversee portfolio performance and lead strategic initiatives. This role will involve working closely with the investment committee on capital deployment and managing relationships with leadership and external partners. The ideal candidate should have senior leadership experience in investment management or private equity, excellent financial acumen, and operate effectively within the UAE or GCC markets. Strong communication and governance skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in investment management, private equity, or family office environments.
• Strong exposure to portfolio oversight and value creation.
• Experience operating in the UAE or GCC markets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee portfolio performance and lead strategic initiatives.
• Work closely with the investment committee on capital deployment.
• Manage relationships with portfolio company leadership and external partners.
• Support fundraising, investor relations, and exit strategies.

Skills

Senior leadership experience

Portfolio oversight

Strong financial acumen

Board-level communication skills

Commercial judgment

Governance maturity

Job description

An investment and asset management platform is seeking a Managing Director to oversee portfolio performance and lead strategic initiatives. This role will involve working closely with the investment committee on capital deployment and managing relationships with leadership and external partners. The ideal candidate should have senior leadership experience in investment management or private equity, excellent financial acumen, and operate effectively within the UAE or GCC markets. Strong communication and governance skills are essential.