Portfolio Manager - International Listed Investments | Dubai, UAE | In-Office

Ghobash Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Portfolio Manager for International Listed Investments. This role involves managing portfolio construction and investment selection across diverse asset classes, including equities, fixed income, and alternatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and quantitative skills, with extensive experience in investment management. You will collaborate with key stakeholders to develop strategies that align with investment goals, while also conducting thorough due diligence on managers. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and excellence in the financial landscape, contributing to the growth and success of the UAE's economy.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in investment management with a strong track record.
• Expertise in portfolio management, investment research, and fund selection.

Responsibilities

• Manage portfolio construction and investment selection for various asset classes.
• Conduct due diligence on external investment managers and assess their performance.
• Optimize portfolio allocation and monitor performance metrics.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Quantitative Skills

Statistical Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

MBA

CFA

CAIA

Job description

Portfolio Manager - International Listed Investments

Ghobash Group Dubai, United Arab Emirates Apply now Posted 1 day ago In-Office Job Permanent Competitive

Portfolio Manager - International Listed Investments

Ghobash Group Dubai, United Arab Emirates Apply now

The role focuses on managing portfolio construction and investment selection for the “International Listed Investments” portfolio, covering asset classes like developed market equities, fixed income, multi-asset credit, and listed alternatives (e.g., hedge funds, structured notes). The ideal candidate will have strong analytical, quantitative, and statistical skills, with deep knowledge of financial markets and a proven track record in manager due diligence and selection. They should demonstrate a solid understanding of capital market dynamics and experience investing across a broad range of products including equities, ETFs, bonds, hedge funds, structured products, and REITs, while actively identifying mid- to long-term investment opportunities.

• Collaborate with the Chief Investment Officer and other stakeholders to develop and implement portfolio construction strategies aligned with the portfolio investment goals and risk tolerance.
• Optimize portfolio allocation by selecting and blending various investment managers, ETFs, and other products across asset classes to achieve diversification and enhance risk-adjusted returns.
• Perform accurate quant and statistical analyses, understand the contribution to risk, return and other statistical metrics of the different sub-asset classes (equities, fixed income, multi-asset credit and listed alternatives),and of the underlying instruments within the above-mentioned sub-asset classes.

Research and Idea Generation

• Stay abreast of market and macro-economic developments to generate attractive mid- and long-term investment opportunities.
• Monitoring equity and credit markets to generate attractive mid- and long-term alpha accretive investment ideas, which can be executed via ETFs, managers, single name bonds or derivative instruments.

Manager Due Diligence and Selection

• Conduct thorough due diligence on external investment managers, evaluating their investment strategies, risk management processes, and performance history.
• Develop and maintain a robust manager selection process, incorporating quantitative and qualitative analysis to identify top-performing managers.
• Stay abreast of market trends, industry developments, and regulatory changes that may impact manager performance.

Monitoring and Performance Analysis

• Implement a systematic process for ongoing monitoring of selected investment managers and other exposures, including regular performance reviews and risk assessments.
• Analyse portfolio performance and attribution, identify opportunities for improvement and make adjustments as necessary.
• Produce detailed reports for Investment Committee, summarizing the performance and risk metrics of the overall portfolio and individual managers.
• Perform detailed quant analysis to understand risks, correlations between different exposures and to market factors.

Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with external investment managers, research houses, banks and other service providers, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Conduct periodic meetings and reviews with investment managers to assess their ongoing suitability and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field; MBA, CFA, or CAIA qualifications are advantageous.
• 10–15 years of relevant experience in investment management, with a strong track record across buy-side institutions such as asset managers, sovereign wealth funds, or family offices.
• Demonstrable expertise in portfolio management, investment research, fund selection, and exposure to a wide range of public market asset classes including equities, fixed income, alternatives, and derivatives.
• Strong analytical toolkit including quantitative, statistical, corporate valuation, and credit analysis skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and networking skills with the ability to present complex investment ideas clearly and build relationships across the global investment ecosystem.

Established in 1981, Ghobash Group stands as a distinguished UAE-based conglomerate renowned for its highly diversified and progressive business ventures. With a robust portfolio spanning eight pivotal sectors, including a strong focus on Technology, Energy & Utilities, and Healthcare, Ghobash Group plays a critical role in advancing the UAE's economic landscape.

Today, with a diverse team of over 2,900 professionals, extensive regional expertise, strong financial backing, and unrivalled operational capabilities, Ghobash Group is poised to lead with innovation and unparalleled customer satisfaction. Founded in alignment with the UAE’s objective of becoming a robust, world-class economy, Ghobash Group is dedicated to propelling the nation towards global competitiveness and a knowledge-driven economy through sustainable development initiatives. This commitment fosters perpetual growth, embodying the Group’s commitment to "Growth for Good" and ensuring prosperity for all stakeholders, present and future, while contributing to the overall advancement of the country's economic landscape

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