Portfolio Manager – Sovereign Investment Platform

About the Opportunity

Our client is a leading sovereign investment platform in the UAE, managing a diversified pool of financial assets exceeding AED 3 billion. The organisation plays a strategic role in deploying capital across global public markets, multi-asset strategies, and external fund managers. With a mandate focused on long-term value creation, capital preservation, and disciplined risk management, the platform is strengthening its internal investment function with a dedicated Portfolio Manager.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a multi-asset portfolio of listed equities, fixed income, cash, and externally managed funds
• Monitor portfolio performance, risk exposures, asset allocation, and compliance with internal investment guidelines
• Conduct macro and microeconomic research, sector reviews, and market analysis to support tactical adjustments
• Manage relationships with international asset managers, custodians, banks, and investment partners
• Prepare investment papers, reporting packs, dashboards, and recommendations for the Investment Committee
• Support the development of investment frameworks, models, performance attribution, and portfolio analytics
• Ensure execution, settlement, and oversight of trades across global markets

About You

Candidate Requirements

7–10 years of experience in asset management, sovereign wealth, family office, or institutional investment roles
Strong understanding of global financial markets, portfolio construction, risk frameworks, and macroeconomics
Hands-on experience managing or co-managing financial asset portfolios (equities, bonds, treasury, funds)
Solid technical foundation: Bloomberg proficiency, financial modeling, performance analysis, reporting
Professional qualifications (CFA or progress toward CFA) highly advantageous
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills; ability to present to senior leadership
Based in UAE.

Benefits

• Direct responsibility over a sizeable portfolio with long-term capital
• Broad exposure to global markets and institutional-grade investment processes
• Work within a stable, well-funded platform with significant strategic visibility
• Attractive tax-free compensation and long-term growth opportunities within the organization