Overview
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Chief Investment Officer - Emerging Markets Trading / Investments
Position
Chief Investment Officer - Emerging Markets Trading / Investments
Key Responsibilities
- Define and execute the firm’s investment strategy for the GCC and Middle East.
- Lead the build-out of the Dubai investment office, including team leadership and strategic growth.
- Oversee portfolio management, asset allocation, and risk management across EM fixed income, FX, and multi-asset strategies.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with institutional clients, sovereign wealth funds, family offices, and UHNWIs.
- Partner closely with the European headquarters to align on global strategy, leverage research, and ensure consistency of investment views.
- Ensure compliance with DFSA regulations and uphold the firm’s governance standards.
- Represent the firm at industry events, client forums, and media engagements in the Middle East.
Candidate Profile
15+ years of experience in asset management, investment banking, or trading, with a strong focus on emerging markets and / or fixed income.Previous senior leadership role (CIO / Head of Investments / Senior PM) with a proven track record of success.Strong network across sovereign wealth funds, institutional investors, and family offices in the GCC.Deep understanding of macro, EM debt / FX, and multi-asset investment strategies.Demonstrated ability to build and scale investment platforms, ideally in a new market environment.Exceptional leadership, communication, and client relationship management skills.English fluency essential; Arabic or Spanish advantageous.Seniority level
DirectorEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
FinanceIndustries
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