Dubai based, Principal / Senior Principal – Head of Public Markets

Brock & Decker; Paris; Sur place; EUR 120 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

An exceptional opportunity awaits a strategic leader to spearhead a world-class public markets investment program. This role calls for a seasoned professional with extensive experience in asset allocation and portfolio construction, tasked with shaping investment strategies and overseeing top-tier managers. The position offers significant visibility and influence within the investment function, providing a platform to mentor a high-performing team and engage with stakeholders. If you have a passion for public markets and a track record of success in global investing, this is your chance to make a substantial impact.

Prestations

Relocation Package Provided

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in finance or economics required.
• 12+ years of public markets investing experience.

Responsabilités

• Lead strategic development of public markets investment program.
• Source and evaluate investment managers across global markets.

Connaissances

Strategic Leadership

Public Markets Investing

Quantitative Analysis

Portfolio Construction

Negotiation Skills

Team Management

Formation

MBA

CFA

Description du poste

Job Title : Principal / Senior Principal – Head of Public Markets

Location : Dubai, UAE

Reports to : Chief Investment Officer

Relocation Package : Provided

Role Overview

An exceptional opportunity to lead the strategic development and execution of a world-class public markets investment program. The Principal / Senior Principal will be responsible for shaping asset allocation, selecting top-tier external managers, and delivering superior risk-adjusted returns across global public markets. This is a senior leadership role with significant visibility and influence within the broader investment function.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Vision

• Define and lead a forward-looking public markets strategy aligned with long-term investment objectives.
• Integrate public markets within a diversified portfolio framework.
• Develop governance policies, investment guidelines, and operational best practices.
• Construct and maintain a robust asset allocation model across equities, fixed income, commodities, and alternative listed assets.
• Continuously assess market trends, macroeconomic factors, and geopolitical risks.
• Set performance targets and establish clear benchmarks.

External Manager Selection & Oversight

• Source, evaluate, and onboard leading investment managers across global markets.
• Negotiate mandates and fee structures that ensure alignment and efficiency.
• Conduct ongoing performance monitoring and due diligence.
• Build and manage a high-performing team of public markets professionals.
• Provide mentorship and foster a culture of analytical rigor and excellence.
• Collaborate with internal teams across analytics, risk, and operations.
• Partner with risk and compliance teams to identify, measure, and mitigate investment risks.
• Ensure all activities meet regulatory and policy requirements.

Stakeholder Reporting & Engagement

• Deliver regular investment reports and insights to senior leadership and governance bodies.
• Act as the public markets representative in internal and external stakeholder discussions.

Candidate Profile

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Advanced degree (MBA, CFA, or equivalent) in finance, economics, or related field.
• At least 12 years of experience in public markets investing, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role within a global institutional setting (e.g., pension fund, sovereign fund, endowment, or asset manager).
• Proven success in asset allocation, portfolio construction, and manager selection.
• Strong leadership experience with a track record of building high-performance teams.
• Broad understanding of global markets, macroeconomics, and investment strategies.
• High proficiency in quantitative analysis, performance attribution, and portfolio tools.

Core Competencies

• Strategic mindset with the ability to balance long-term vision and short-term execution
• Inspirational leadership and team management
• Skilled negotiator and relationship builder
• Strong communicator, able to distill complex information for varied audiences
• Adaptable, innovative, and solutions-oriented