Senior Vice President: Investment Strategies

A prominent financial institution within the dynamic United Arab Emirates market is seeking to fill a critical leadership position: Senior Vice President for Investment Strategies. This role represents an exceptional opportunity for seasoned professionals with deep expertise in finance and investment to join an executive team and help shape the institution's financial growth trajectory at the heart of one of the world's most vibrant financial hubs.

Job Overview

The Senior Vice President of Investment Strategies will play a pivotal role in leading and developing the institution's overarching investment strategy framework. This individual will be the primary authority responsible for analyzing global and regional economic and financial trends, identifying high-value investment opportunities, and formulating long-term and medium-term plans to enhance portfolio performance and maximize returns for stakeholders. This position operates in a fast-paced environment that requires proactive thinking and the ability to make critical decisions under fluctuating market conditions.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Lead the process of developing and implementing the institution's comprehensive investment strategy, aligning it with overall corporate objectives and risk tolerance.
• Conduct in-depth research and financial/economic analysis to evaluate investment opportunities across various asset classes (e.g., equities, fixed income, alternative investments, real estate).
• Oversee the construction and management of a diversified and balanced investment portfolio, with continuous performance monitoring and tactical adjustments as necessary.
• Present data-driven investment recommendations and insights to the executive committee and board of directors.
• Develop advanced financial models and forecasts to assess various investment scenarios and their potential impact.
• Monitor and analyze the performance of existing investments against industry benchmarks and pre-defined targets.
• Stay abreast of regulatory and legislative developments in local, regional, and global markets that may impact strategy.
• Lead, guide, and develop a team of financial analysts and experts.

Qualifications & Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree (e.g., MBA) or recognized professional certifications (e.g., CFA, CAIA) are a significant competitive advantage.
• A minimum of 15 years of professional experience in finance and investment, with a strong focus on strategy development and portfolio management.
• Proven track record in senior leadership roles (Vice President or equivalent) within a major financial institution, sovereign wealth fund, investment firm, or asset management company.
• Deep understanding of global and regional capital markets, with specific knowledge of the investment landscape in the GCC region and the United Arab Emirates.
• Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills, with full proficiency in financial analysis tools and modeling software (e.g., Bloomberg Terminal, advanced Excel).
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex strategies to executive and non-technical audiences.
• Strong leadership skills with a history of building, motivating teams, and delivering results.
• Fluency in English is essential; proficiency in Arabic is a strong plus.

Desired Personal Attributes

• Strategic thinker with long-term vision.
• Decisive under pressure.
• High integrity and professional ethical standards.
• Intellectual curiosity and a continuous desire to learn.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

How to Apply

This executive position is advertised via the leading recruitment platform Naukrigulf. Interested candidates who meet the qualifications and experience outlined above are encouraged to visit the platform and search for the job listing titled "Senior Vice President: Investment Strategies". Please prepare a comprehensive and up-to-date professional resume in English, focusing on tangible, quantifiable achievements in previous roles (e.g., return rates, size of assets under management, success of implemented strategies). Ensure you include a cover letter summarizing your vision for leading investment strategy in a dynamic environment like the UAE.

Given the seniority of this role, the selection process will be thorough and may involve multiple rounds of interviews with top management.