Associate Director / Manager, Private Equity Fund Investments, Leading GCC Pension Fund (Role b[...]

Delta Executive Search; Les Ulis; On-site; EUR 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm seeks an experienced Associate Director/Manager in Private Equity to develop a global investment strategy focusing on fund investments. Responsible for sourcing and evaluating private equity fund managers, overseeing due diligence, and optimizing portfolio construction. Candidates must have at least 10 years of relevant experience in fund-of-funds or institutional allocator roles. Strong networks and a successful track record in private equity are essential. This full-time role is based in the Middle East.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in private equity fund-of-funds or institutional allocator roles.
• Demonstrated track record of successful private equity fund selection and portfolio construction.
• Strong network within the private equity manager and GP community.
• Experience with sovereign wealth funds, pension funds, or large institutions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine the global private equity strategy, focusing on fund investments.
• Lead sourcing and evaluation of top private equity fund managers across various sectors.
• Oversee all aspects of investment due diligence and portfolio allocation.
• Optimise portfolio allocation for diversification and risk-adjusted returns.
• Engage with fund managers and internal committees as primary contact.
• Monitor market intelligence on private credit and competitive dynamics.

Skills

Private equity fund selection

Portfolio construction

Due diligence

Stakeholder engagement

Market intelligence

Job description

Associate Director / Manager, Private Equity Fund Investments, Leading GCC Pension Fund (Role based in Middle East)

Our client, a prominent GCC based Pension Fund, is seeking an experienced and strategic investment professional to join their Private Equity Fund Allocations. Reporting to the Head of Illiquid Alternatives, you will be responsible for shaping and executing their private equity investment strategy globally, with a focus on fund investments. You will be responsible for all aspects of the allocation process, including pipeline development, manager selection, due diligence, structuring, and portfolio monitoring.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategy Leadership: Develop and refine the global private equity strategy, with emphasis on fund investments
• Fund Sourcing & Selection: Lead sourcing and evaluation of best-in‑class private equity fund managers across geographies, sectors, and return profiles
• Due Diligence & Structuring: Oversee all aspects of investment due diligence, including qualitative assessments, risk analysis, legal negotiations, and investment memo preparation
• Portfolio Construction: Optimise portfolio allocation by ensuring diversification, risk‑adjusted return potential, and alignment with the broader investment strategy
• Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for fund managers and internal committees
• Market Intelligence: Maintain a deep understanding of global private credit markets, emerging trends, and competitive dynamics

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in private equity fund‑of‑funds, or institutional allocator roles
• Demonstrated track record of successful private equity fund selection and portfolio construction
• Strong network within the private equity manager and GP community
• Experience working with or within sovereign wealth funds, pension funds, family offices, or large institutional investors preferred

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance and Research

Industries

Investment Management, Financial Services, and Pension Funds