Director of Investments - Family Office
Our client is a sophisticated institutional family office based in Dubai, overseeing a multi-asset global investment portfolio. The office invests across public and private markets with a disciplined, long-term approach focused on capital preservation and sustainable growth. With an increasingly global outlook and a mandate to diversify beyond real estate, the office is seeking a senior investment professional to lead public markets and other non-real estate investment activities.
Role Overview:
We are hiring a Director of Investments to lead the family office’s strategy, allocation, and execution across non-real estate asset classes — with a core focus on public equities, fixed income, and liquid alternatives. The role will report to the principal, overseeing both external manager selection and direct investment opportunities where relevant.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead the development and execution of investment strategy across public markets and liquid asset classes in line with the family’s risk-return objectives.
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Conduct manager due diligence and selection across equities, fixed income, hedge funds, and alternative UCITS strategies.
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Monitor and evaluate portfolio performance, exposures, and attribution across asset classes; produce regular reporting and strategic reviews.
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Source and assess direct co-investment opportunities and thematic public market investments.
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Stay abreast of global market trends, macroeconomic developments, and relevant geopolitical risks to inform portfolio decisions.
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Support asset allocation, rebalancing, and risk management processes in coordination with CIO and broader investment team.
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Manage external relationships with fund managers, custodians, banks, and research providers.
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Contribute to investment committee discussions and represent the office in external forums, conferences, and industry networks.
Qualifications & Experience:
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Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related field; MBA and/or CFA preferred.
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10+ years of relevant experience in asset management, family office, sovereign wealth fund, or institutional investment setting.
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Deep understanding of global public markets, fund structures, and manager selection best practices.
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Demonstrated experience constructing and managing institutional-grade portfolios across multiple liquid asset classes.
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Strong analytical, research, and financial modeling capabilities.
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Proven ability to think independently, operate with discretion, and communicate with senior stakeholders and principals.
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Based in Dubai