Market Neutral Portfolio Manager

High Street Resources; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the hedge fund sector is on the lookout for a seasoned Portfolio Manager to join their Dubai team. This role involves developing and executing innovative market-neutral investment strategies aimed at achieving stable risk-adjusted returns. The ideal candidate will have over a decade of experience in portfolio management, with a strong grasp of financial markets and quantitative methods. Collaborating closely with the risk management team, you will ensure compliance with investment guidelines while conducting thorough research to identify lucrative investment opportunities. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will drive impactful investment decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a Portfolio Manager in hedge funds or asset management.
• Solid knowledge of financial markets and trading strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop market-neutral investment strategies for consistent returns.
• Oversee daily operations of portfolios and ensure compliance with guidelines.

Skills

Portfolio Management

Market-Neutral Investment Strategies

Risk Management

Quantitative Methods

Statistical Analysis

Research and Analysis

Education

Advanced Degree in Finance or Economics

CFA Certification

FRM Certification

Job description

Our client is a global top tier multi strategy Hedge Fund. They are seeking an experienced Portfolio Manager to join their team based in Dubai.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute market-neutral investment strategies within the equity space to achieve consistent risk-adjusted returns.
• Oversee the daily operations of market-neutral portfolios, ensuring adherence to the fund's investment guidelines and risk parameters.
• Perform comprehensive research and analysis of potential long and short equity positions to identify opportunities for generating alpha.
• Utilize advanced risk management techniques to monitor and mitigate portfolio risks.
• Establish and maintain risk models to assess and manage factor exposures, beta, and other relevant risk metrics.
• Collaborate closely with the risk management team to ensure compliance with risk limits and guidelines.
• Keep abreast of market trends, economic indicators, and industry developments to inform investment decisions.
• Conduct in-depth fundamental analysis of companies and industries to identify investment opportunities and risks.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10+ years of demonstrated experience as a Portfolio Manager within a hedge fund or asset management firm, specifically in market-neutral or long / short strategies.
• Solid knowledge of financial markets, securities, and trading strategies.
• Strong understanding of quantitative methods and statistical analysis.
• An advanced degree in finance, economics, or a related field is preferred.
• Relevant industry certifications such as CFA or FRM are a plus.