Investment Director – Relocate to Dubai

About the role

We are seeking an Investment Director to lead research and manage the full investment lifecycle for a diversified Dubai‑based portfolio. The role starts remotely and transitions to an on‑site position in Dubai, offering high autonomy and the chance to shape our investment strategy.

Key responsibilities

• Lead due‑diligence, sourcing, screening and evaluation of investment opportunities across multiple strategies and geographies.
• Coordinate the end‑to‑end due‑diligence process, maintain trackers and produce comprehensive investment memoranda for senior leadership.
• Conduct macroeconomic and market analysis, monitor central‑bank policy and geopolitical developments, and translate insights into actionable investment recommendations.
• Maintain ongoing relationships with managers to assess strategy evolution, performance attribution and organisational stability.

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 discipline.
• Deep understanding of financial markets, complex instruments and risk metrics.
• Strong written communication and project‑management abilities in multi‑stakeholder environments.

Required skills

• Python programming for investment analysis and portfolio management.
• Proficiency with Bloomberg and other industry‑standard investment tools.
• Additional programming knowledge (R, SQL) is a plus.