Associate, Investment Management & Research | Riyadh, SA

Michael Page; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading Riyadh-based investment firm as an Associate in Investment Management & Research, managing significant assets with direct client engagement. This role offers a dynamic environment, focusing on asset allocation, fund analysis, and strategic influence in a growing team. Enjoy a collaborative setting, competitive compensation, and growth opportunities in a high-impact market.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Career advancement potential

Qualifications

• 6+ years experience in investment management.
• Strong expertise in fund analysis and manager selection.
• Ability to lead client meetings effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct asset allocation and portfolio management activities.
• Perform in-depth fund analysis and lead fund manager selection.
• Prepare and present investment recommendations to clients.

Skills

Fund analysis

Portfolio construction

Risk analysis

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

CFA charter (preferred)

Job description

Associate, Investment Management & Research

Associate, Investment Management & Research

• Join a Leading Investment Team in the region

• Competitive Salary & Benefits
• Join a Leading Investment Team in the region

About Our Client

A prominent Riyadh-based investment firm, this organization manages over SAR 100 billion in assets and is known for its Shariah-compliant investment strategies across public and private markets. It serves a high-profile client base including ultra-high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and institutions, offering services in asset management, advisory, and investment research.

Job Description

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  Conduct asset allocation and portfolio management activities.
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  Perform in-depth fund analysis and lead fund manager selection.
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  Lead and manage investment due diligence processes independently.
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  Prepare and present investment recommendations to clients.
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  Engage in client meetings and relationship management with UHNWIs, family offices, and institutions.
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  Support business development efforts and identify new investment opportunities.
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  Collaborate closely with a small, dynamic team on investment research and strategy.
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  Maintain strong analytical, verbal, and written communication for internal and external reporting.
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  Apply global investment best practices in a local context.
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  Contribute to the selection and onboarding of new fund managers aligned with client needs.

The Successful Applicant

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  Possesses 6+ years of experience in investment management, ideally from top-tier global firms.
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  Strong expertise in fund analysis, manager selection, and due diligence processes.
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  Demonstrates solid knowledge of asset allocation, portfolio construction, and risk analysis.
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  Holds or is pursuing the CFA charter (preferred).
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  Has global investment exposure and familiarity with best practices.
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  Excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
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  Comfortable leading client meetings and presenting investment recommendations.
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  Experience working with UHNWIs, family offices, and institutional investors.
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  Background in accounting, legal structuring, or tax advisory is a plus.
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  Exposure to real estate, eco-tourism, or alternative sectors is advantageous.
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  Arabic language skills preferred but not required.
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  Brings an expat perspective and international experience.

What's on Offer

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  Opportunity to join a leading Riyadh-based investment firm managing over SAR 100 billion, with direct exposure to global fund managers and elite clients including UHNWIs and institutions.
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  Be part of a dynamic, collaborative, and growing team with a newly created senior role offering strategic influence and professional growth.
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  Competitive compensation package, career advancement potential, and the chance to apply global best practices in a high-impact regional market.

Contact
Shahzeb Alam

Quote job ref
JN-052025-6751043

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