Senior Associate - Public Markets (Arabic Speaker) | Abu Dhabi, UAE

Michael Page; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global asset manager is seeking a Senior Associate for Public Markets in Abu Dhabi. The role involves portfolio oversight, generating investment insights, and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates will have 6-10 years of experience, fluency in Arabic and English, and a degree with a strong academic background.

Benefits

Excellent exposure

Opportunity to work with a globally recognized leader

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of relevant experience in public markets.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in Arabic & English.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and familiarity with Bloomberg.

Responsibilities

• Lead portfolio monitoring and risk oversight.
• Act as a thought partner to the Portfolio Management team.
• Present investment ideas to internal committees and external stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to Detail

Data Skills

Investment Insights

Education

Bachelor's degree

Progress toward CFA/CAIA designation

Tools

Excel

Bloomberg

Job description

Senior Associate - Public Markets (Arabic Speaker)

Senior Associate - Public Markets (Arabic Speaker)

Michael Page Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

• The chance to work with a globally recognized leader

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

About Our Client

Multi-Billion Dollar Asset Manager

Job Description

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

The Successful Applicant

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

What's on Offer

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

Contact
Zaynah Aboobaker

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