Senior Investment Consultant I

Marsh McLennan; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment consulting firm is seeking a skilled investment consultant to provide tailored investment advice to institutional clients in Dubai. This role involves working closely with senior consultants to design strategic investment solutions, conducting manager research, and developing investment governance documentation. A Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5-10 years of investment experience are required. The firm values diversity and aims to foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of investment-related experience.
• Experience presenting to clients and working collaboratively.
• Strong technical skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior consultants in delivering investment advice.
• Support the development of investment strategies.
• Conduct manager research across multiple asset classes.

Skills

Investment strategy

Manager research

Asset-liability modelling

Collaboration

Performance monitoring

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, mathematics, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Company: Mercer

Mercer Wealth – Riyadh/Dubai

Description

Mercer Wealth is a leading global investment consulting business dedicated to providing tailored investment advice and solutions to institutional clients. Our multi‑disciplinary team combines deep expertise across investment strategy, manager research, fiduciary management, and operational consulting to deliver comprehensive services that meet evolving client needs in one of the world’s fastest‑growing markets.

What can you expect:

• Work closely with senior consultants and analysts to deliver ongoing investment advice to a diverse range of institutional clients including pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, foundations, and family offices.
• Support the design and analysis of strategic investment solutions tailored to client‑specific circumstances.
• Develop and review complex strategic asset allocations and perform asset‑liability modelling.
• Conduct manager research and selection across public and private asset classes.
• Collaborate regularly with Mercer’s specialist teams to provide integrated investment consulting solutions.
• Produce detailed client reports and investment governance documentation such as investment policy statements.
• Engage in portfolio structuring, performance monitoring, and manager oversight.
• Join a dynamic, collaborative team with a strong focus on professional development and continuous learning.

We will rely on you to:

• Assist senior consultants in preparing and delivering day‑to‑day and strategic investment advice.
• Support the development of investment strategies and complex asset‑liability models.
• Conduct manager research and portfolio structuring across multiple asset classes.
• Develop and maintain investment governance documentation and client reporting.
• Liaise with Mercer’s specialist teams to ensure comprehensive client solutions.
• Analyze investment markets, manager styles, and portfolio impacts.
• Monitor portfolio performance and manager effectiveness.
• Mentor and motivate junior team members.

What you need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, mathematics, or a related business field with strong quantitative and analytical coursework.
• 5‑10 years of investment‑related experience.
• Experience presenting to clients and working collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong technical skills including proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent analytical, modelling, project management, and communication skills.

What makes you stand out:

• Pursuit of or attainment of professional qualifications such as CFA charter, Actuarial qualification, or MBA.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Proven experience mentoring junior staff and contributing to team development.

Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.