Market Neutral Portfolio Manager

About the Opportunity

Our client is a global top tier multi-strategy Hedge Fund. They are seeking an experienced Portfolio Manager to join their team based in Dubai.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute market-neutral investment strategies within the equity space to achieve consistent risk-adjusted returns
• Oversee the daily operations of market-neutral portfolios, ensuring adherence to the fund's investment guidelines and risk parameters
• Perform comprehensive research and analysis of potential long and short equity positions to identify opportunities for generating alpha
• Utilize advanced risk management techniques to monitor and mitigate portfolio risks
• Establish and maintain risk models to assess and manage factor exposures, beta, and other relevant risk metrics
• Collaborate closely with the risk management team to ensure compliance with risk limits and guidelines
• Keep abreast of market trends, economic indicators, and industry developments to inform investment decisions
• Conduct in-depth fundamental analysis of companies and industries to identify investment opportunities and risks

Requirements

• Minimum of 10+ years of demonstrated experience as a Portfolio Manager within a hedge fund or asset management firm, specifically in market-neutral or long/short strategies
• Solid knowledge of financial markets, securities, and trading strategies
• Strong understanding of quantitative methods and statistical analysis
• An advanced degree in finance, economics, or a related field is preferred
• Relevant industry certifications such as CFA or FRM are a plus