Portfolio Manager

Caxton Associates; Dubai; On-site; AED 440,000 - 662,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global trading and investment firm is seeking experienced Portfolio Managers across various strategies, including Discretionary Macro and Emerging Markets Macro. The role involves managing significant capital, employing rigorous risk management, and thriving in a collaborative environment focused on generating alpha.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in portfolio management, preferably in hedge funds.
• Strong track record with Sharpe Ratio greater than 1.5.
• Ability to work in high-pressure environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage significant capital allocations through rigorous investment strategies.
• Construct portfolios for asymmetric returns with low market correlation.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and internal risk controls.

Skills

Investment Acumen

Risk Management

Collaborative Teamwork

Decision-Making

Market Analysis

Job description

Caxton Associates, founded in 1983, is a global trading and investment firm with offices in London, New York, Monaco, Singapore, and Dubai. Caxton Associates primary business is to manage client and proprietary capital through multiple liquid global hedge fund disciplines. Our broad mandate allows us to trade across global markets and instruments, with a strong focus on alpha generation for our clients.

Desired Candidate Profile

The Role:

Caxton Associates is seeking experienced Portfolio Managers across a range of strategies; including but not limited to:

• Discretionary Macro
• Emerging Markets Macro
• Equity Long/Short
• Event-Driven
• Fixed Income Relative Value
• Medium-Frequency Systematic
• Commodities

In this role, you will be responsible for managing a significant capital allocation, implementing rigorous risk management, and contributing to our collaborative, research-driven environment. Within our organization, we place a high value on collaboration, promoting regular and ongoing discussions about global macroeconomic trends, geopolitical developments, and the evolution of financial markets. We seek out professionals who can generate unique insights within their investment universe, contribute to the firm s broader strategic outlook, and leverage collective knowledge to generate alpha.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently manage a significant capital allocation by creating, executing, and monitoring an alpha-driven investment strategy.
• Construct portfolios designed to generate asymmetric returns with minimal correlation to traditional capital markets by identifying and capitalizing on variant market views.
• Implement robust risk management, continuously assessing the merits of all positions and investment theses.
• Collaborate effectively within a global team environment, learning from and adding value to collective insights and expertise.
• Ensure strict compliance with all industry regulations and internal risk controls.

Requirements:

• Proven track record in portfolio management, demonstrated by strong investment acumen and a Sharpe Ratio greater than 1.5.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience managing capital preferably within a hedge fund.
• The capacity to thrive in a highly collaborative global team, with a strong desire to learn from and alongside other investors.
• Unwavering commitment to the highest standards of ethics and integrity.
• Exceptional decision-making abilities, with the capability to perform under pressure and adapt to evolving market conditions.

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