Investment Director (Relocate to Dubai)

About the role

We are a Dubai‑based investment firm seeking an Investment Director to lead our research and end‑to‑end investment process. The role combines deep market knowledge with operational rigor, working closely with senior leadership to enhance research capabilities and drive analytical excellence.

Key responsibilities

• Lead investment due diligence by sourcing, screening and evaluating opportunities across strategies and geographies.
• Analyze performance, risk metrics, investment processes and team capabilities, maintaining regular manager contact.
• Coordinate the full due‑diligence lifecycle, manage trackers, and produce comprehensive investment memoranda for senior leadership.
• Monitor macroeconomic data, central‑bank policy and geopolitical developments to assess market implications.
• Develop scenario analyses, identify trends and deliver actionable insights and briefs to senior management.

Required profile

• 8–12 years of experience in investment management, research, portfolio management or institutional allocation.
• Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Finance, Mathematics, Physics or a related quantitative field.
• Strong understanding of financial markets and complex instruments.
• Exceptional research, written communication and project‑coordination abilities.
• Proficiency with Bloomberg and other industry‑standard investment tools.

Required skills

• Python programming for investment analysis and portfolio management.
• Bloomberg terminal usage.
• Familiarity with R or SQL (preferred).