Vice President Portfolio Management

Venture Search; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Vice President of Portfolio Management. This role focuses on portfolio management across various assets, supporting M&A transactions, and driving strategic initiatives while adhering to the Emiratisation mandate. The ideal candidate possesses 7-12 years of experience in investment management and strong financial modelling skills.

Qualifications

• 7–12 years of experience in investment management, portfolio management, corporate finance, or M&A.
• Exceptional financial modelling skills required.
• Proven experience in JV structuring, partnership management, and commercial negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Lead portfolio management activities across multiple assets.
• Build, review, and optimise complex financial models.
• Manage and structure joint ventures (JVs).
• Support M&A transactions, including due diligence.
• Monitor portfolio KPIs and prepare performance reports.

Skills

Financial modelling

Analytical capability

Communication

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field

Master’s or CFA preferred

Job description

Vice President – Portfolio Management (Private Equity & Asset Management)

Abu Dhabi

Emiratisation Role

We are supporting a leading investment firm in Abu Dhabi in the search for a Vice President of Portfolio Management. This position is designated under the firm’s Emiratisation programme.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead portfolio management activities across multiple assets, ensuring strong performance, risk management, and long-term value creation.
• Build, review, and optimise complex financial models to support investment decisions, valuations, and scenario analysis.
• Manage and structure joint ventures (JVs), including negotiation, partner engagement, and alignment of commercial terms.
• Support M&A transactions, including due diligence, deal structuring, financial assessment, and integration planning.
• Monitor portfolio KPIs, prepare performance reports, and present insights to senior leadership and investment committees.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams, external advisors, and JV partners to drive strategic value initiatives.

Requirements:

• This role falls under the firm’s Emiratisation hiring mandate.
• 7–12 years of experience in investment management, portfolio management, corporate finance, or M&A.
• Background in real estate or infrastructure investments is a strong advantage.
• Exceptional financial modelling skills and strong analytical capability.
• Proven experience in JV structuring, partnership management, and commercial negotiations.
• Solid track record in M&A execution, including due diligence and deal structuring.
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field; Master’s or CFA preferred.