Senior Associate - Public Markets (Arabic Speaker)

Michael Page; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-billion dollar asset manager seeks a candidate for a pivotal role focused on portfolio oversight and investment content leadership. The position involves generating actionable investment insights, enhancing client-facing materials, and mentoring junior staff. Successful candidates will possess 6-10 years of relevant experience, exceptional communication skills in both Arabic and English, and a strong background in public markets.

Benefits

Excellent exposure

Opportunity to work with a globally recognized leader

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of relevant experience in asset management, with strong analytical skills.
• Exceptional written/verbal communication skills in Arabic & English.
• Proven track record influencing portfolio decisions and developing compelling content.

Responsibilities

• Lead portfolio monitoring and risk oversight to align with investment objectives.
• Generate actionable insights and enhance investment content strategies.
• Present investment ideas to clients and internal committees.

Skills

Investment insights

Public markets

Communication

Data skills

Leadership

Analytical processes

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Bloomberg

Job description

This role will have a central focus on portfolio oversight, investment content leadership, and strategic engagement with internal and external stakeholders. The candidate will be expected to contribute meaningfully to portfolio management, lead investment research initiatives, and own the development of high-quality investment narratives and presentations for use across the firm, including by senior leadership, clients, and the sales and marketing teams.

Client Details

Multi-Billion Dollar Asset Manager

Description

1. Lead portfolio monitoring and risk oversight, ensuring alignment with stated investment objectives and client mandates.
2. Act as a thought partner to the Portfolio Management team, generating actionable investment insights and recommendations.
3. Oversee and enhance the investment content strategy, ensuring consistent and high-impact delivery across client-facing materials, pitchbooks, and strategic decks.
4. Serve as a key contributor to sales and client engagement efforts, including the development of bespoke solutions and the proactive communication of market views.
5. Spearhead initiatives to improve data infrastructure, automate workflows, and streamline analytical processes.
6. Present investment ideas to internal committees and external stakeholders, including institutional clients and consultants.
7. Mentor junior staff and play an active role in talent development within the team.
8. Lead on strategic projects across the investment platform.

Profile

1. 6-10 years of relevant experience.
2. Proven track record in generating investment insights and influencing portfolio decisions; experience managing ETFs is a big plus.
3. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in Arabic & English.
4. Demonstrated leadership in creating and delivering data-driven, visually compelling content and presentations.
5. High level of intellectual curiosity and attention to detail.
6. Ability to lead independently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
7. Strong work ethic and commitment to continuous learning.
8. Strong proficiency in Excel; familiarity with Bloomberg.
9. Experience in managing or supporting ETF fund management and/or retirement funds.
10. Multi-asset expertise in public markets (equity, bonds, and/or commodities).
11. Experience with Shariah-compliant investment vehicles.
12. Exposure to systematic or quantitative investment approaches, strong data skills.
13. Interest in markets and investing, with an ability to articulate investment ideas with clarity.
14. Progress toward CFA/CAIA designation is a plus.
15. Bachelor's degree with a strong academic track record.

Job Offer

• Excellent exposure.
• The chance to work with a globally recognized leader.

Skills

Public markets.