27 Investment Firms jobs in the United Arab Emirates

We are currently searching for a Sr. Investment Analyst - Private Equity  to join the Investment Team of our client in Abu Dhabi. In this role, the person will function as an integral part of a close-knit group of investment professionals. Reporting directly to the Chief Investment Officer, you will provide support in the sourcing, research, analysis, and evaluation of private equity direct and co-investment opportunities and in the monitoring of the financial performance of portfolio companies and funds. Other responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Sources, researches, analyses and evaluates a variety of private equity investment opportunities and contributes to the overall evaluation process Develops complex dynamic financial models and valuation analysis including DCF, LBO, precedent transactions and comparable company analysis Takes part in due diligence activities which include appraisal of company’s past and projected financial performance, quality of its management teams, investment merits and risks, expected returns, regulatory investment, market attractiveness, industry dynamics, company competitive position and other relevant deal return drivers Makes recommendations based on the results of the team’s due diligence and analysis Assists in the negotiation and execution of investment agreements and other transaction-related legal documentations Analyses potential fund investment opportunities which include the evaluation of fund manager’s track record, investment strategy, value-add, and investment team Drafts internal fund investment proposals for approval of the Investment Committee Assists in negotiating, structuring and completing fund documentations Coordinates with internal groups in the monitoring of ongoing investments Monitors ongoing financial performance of portfolio companies and funds and overseas the reviews of valuationsRequirements

To be considered for the job, you need to meet the following criteria:

A bachelor’s degree with a strong economic background, preferably with an MBA3-5 years of progressive experience in investment banking, strategic consulting, and a must experience in private equity Prior experience of working in a ‘Private Family Office’ investment company, with a blend of experience covering Direct Investments, Co-Investments and Joint Ventures is plus Must have outstanding research, financial modelling, analytical and valuation skillsMust possess superior interpersonal communication and presentation skillsExperience in driving important work streams in private equity investments or M&A work, conducting due diligence and working with external partiesMust be a strong team player with demonstrated ability and interest in working closely with team members and delivering quality work under tight schedulesTo view other vacancies we have, please check our website ( and follow us on our social media accounts - LinkedIn   / Facebook   /  Twitter /  Instagram Disclaimer: Black Pearl will never ask for money or any form to charge our candidates just to process or consider their application for any of our available vacancies. If you happen to receive such request from any members of our staff or other individuals claiming to be part of Black Pearl, please do call our office at or drop us a message on our website.

The Role
Guildhall is a leading recruitment and executive search firm specializing in the Private Equity and Finance sectors. Our expertise lies in connecting top-tier talent with a diverse portfolio of clients, from boutique investment firms to global financial institutions, across the MENA region. We're dedicated to a consultative approach, building long-term relationships and delivering bespoke talent solutions that drive business growth for our clients and career advancement for our candidates. Job Summary We are seeking a driven and entrepreneurial Private Equity & Finance Associate Recruiter to join our team in Dubai. This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious individual to take ownership of our client development efforts within the Private Equity and wider Finance sectors. You will be responsible for identifying, pursuing, and onboarding new clients, and building our reputation as the go-to recruitment partner in the region. This role is a hybrid of business development and recruitment, requiring a deep understanding of financial markets and a passion for networking. Key Responsibilities • Client Acquisition: Identify, research, and engage with potential new clients, including Private Equity firms, Venture Capital funds, Investment Banks, and Sovereign Wealth Funds. • Business Development: Create and execute a strategic plan to build a robust client pipeline, leveraging your network, market research, and targeted outreach. • Relationship Management: Cultivate and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key decision-makers and hiring managers. • Market Intelligence: Stay abreast of industry trends, market movements, and talent demand within the Private Equity and Finance sectors. • Recruitment Support: Collaborate with our existing recruitment team to understand client needs and contribute to the successful placement of candidates. • Brand Ambassador: Represent Guildhall at industry events, conferences, and networking functions to enhance our brand visibility and reputation. What We Offer • Competitive Compensation: A strong base salary with an uncapped, performance-based commission structure. • Growth Opportunity: A clear path for career progression and the chance to build and lead a team. • Autonomy: The freedom to shape your own strategy and make a significant impact on the company’s growth. • Dynamic Culture: A fast-paced, supportive, and entrepreneurial environment. • Do you have what it takes to help us grow our footprint and become the leading partner for Private Equity and Finance recruitment in the region?

Requirements
• Experience: A minimum of 2-5 years of experience in recruitment, business development, or a related field, with prior exposure to the financial services or private equity industries. • Knowledge: A solid understanding of the Private Equity and Investment landscape in the MENA region is highly desirable. Skills: • Exceptional Communication: Proven ability to engage with senior-level executives and present compelling business propositions. • Business Acumen: A keen understanding of business development cycles and a results-oriented mindset. • Networking: An existing network or the ability to quickly build one within the regional finance community. • Resilience: The ability to handle rejection and maintain a persistent, positive attitude. • Self-Starter: A highly motivated and proactive individual who can work independently to achieve targets.

About the company
Guildhall is the most respected HR & Headhunting Consultancy in the MENA Region. With deep, extensive knowledge of HR & Recruiting in the region, Guildhall has become a trusted partner of choice for candidates and clients. Starting from an exclusive recruitment agency in Dubai - UAE, Guildhall has grown into an elite service with the ability to cover vacancies in across MENA and Asia-pacific. Offering tailored Career Sessions and an innovative industry-first membership program designed to save money on core services. Guildhall is the partner of choice.

Group Chief Marketing Officer – Private Equity Portfolio
Location: Dubai

Hanson Search MENA has partnered with a leading Dubai-based private equity group with over $3B in assets under management is seeking a hands-on, brand-building Group Chief Marketing Officer to define and execute the marketing and communications strategy across the group and its diverse business lines.

The portfolio spans real estate, data centres, beauty /wellness and lifestyle, and emerging technology ventures — with some brands well-established and others in high-growth, early-stage development. This is a unique opportunity to join a new leadership team and build a powerful, unified brand presence that drives long-term commercial value.

Group CMO Role: Lead Brand Strategy Across a Multi-Sector Private Equity Portfolio

Reporting to the Group CEO, you will be the architect and owner the group’s brand identity, positioning, and communication strategy. You will work directly with portfolio company CEOs to design and deliver strategies that scale their businesses, ensuring consistency and impact across B2B and B2C markets.

This role is for a “doer” — someone ready to roll up their sleeves, lay strong foundations, and deliver visible results in the first six months. You will balance strategic vision with hands-on execution, guiding internal teams and freelancers without relying on layers of agencies.

Key Marketing and Brand Leadership Responsibilities

• Develop and own the group-wide brand strategy, positioning, and messaging.

• Lead the rebranding process and oversee the launch of a new corporate website.

• Partner with portfolio company CEOs to create marketing strategies that accelerate growth, tailored to each business’s stage and market.

• Act as brand guardian, ensuring all marketing aligns with the group’s reputation, values, and commercial goals.

• Build integrated marketing campaigns across digital, PR, partnerships, and events for both B2B and B2C audiences.

• Direct and mentor copywriters, content creators, and designers to deliver high-impact creative output.

• Measure impact and ROI, using insights to refine strategies and drive performance.

Ideal Candidate Profile for the Group Chief Marketing Officer

• Proven track record in senior marketing leadership within B2B and B2C sectors.

• Experience scaling businesses in early-stage or high-growth environments.

• Skilled in brand creation, market positioning, and integrated communications.

• Hands-on operator who can deliver results without heavy agency reliance.

• Commercially minded, with the ability to connect marketing activity to investor, client, and talent acquisition goals.

• Strong stakeholder management skills, comfortable influencing at C-suite level.

Why This CMO Role in Dubai is a Unique Opportunity

This is a chance to shape the brand strategy of a high-performing private equity investment group, working across a diverse and exciting portfolio. You will have direct impact, high visibility, and the opportunity to build something lasting — without the bureaucracy of large corporates or the limitations of agency life.

Hanson Search is a leading talent advisory and executive search consultancy with consultants based across the UAE ,UK, USA, andEurope. We specialise in business-critical roles that drive revenue, reputation, and risk, with dedicated teams in Communication s, Government Relations,FinancialCommunications,Public Affairs, Marketing , Digital Marketing, Sustainability,Investor Relationsand C-Suite recruitment. Please click here to find out about more about Hanson Search . We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. You can access our Diversity and Inclusion Policy here . #J-18808-Ljbffr

SilverTide is looking for talented associates with a few years of financial sales-side experience to join our Hedge Fund Sales team based right by Bank Station. This full-time, on-site role offers significant career growth opportunities. You'll start by working closely with experienced salespeople, receiving comprehensive training and support. Our goal is to help you quickly transition to building and maintaining your own client relationships.

We provide extensive training in product knowledge (Interest Rate Swaps and Listed Futures and Options), sales techniques, macroeconomics, and trading financial markets. We would love for you to have a good of knowledge to build from.

We're looking for graduates with at least 2 years of relevant financial experience, such as broking, trading, structuring, or roles involving fixed income. Direct experience of fixed income sales is a major plus.

Key qualities for this role include strong self-motivation, excellent people skills, high emotional intelligence, and a solid understanding of markets and macroeconomics. Product expertise and experience in the instruments listed above is a major advantage.

What are we looking for?

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in Fixed Income/IRS
• Proven strong performance in previous roles (references needed)
• Demonstrated drive and self-motivation
• Strong understanding of markets and macroeconomics is beneficial
• Someone that works with Integrity and wants to grow their career
• Experience of Fixed Income Sales for institutional investors - is essent inial
• Trading, structuring, strategy, midd le office or similar roles would fit these crite ria
• Working in e-system sales, prime brokerage, business management or similar roles would not fit these criteria.

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A reputable private investment firm is looking to hire a Senior Investment Analyst to join their high-performing investment team. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned investment professional to work closely with the Chief Investment Officer and contribute to a diverse, multi-asset class portfolio that includes public and private equities, fixed income, real estate, hedge funds, and venture capital investments.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the CIO in developing and implementing investment strategies and policies

Conduct in-depth research on economies, sectors, industries, stocks, and funds

Analyze and select fund managers and investment products across asset classes

Perform portfolio construction, rebalancing, and risk assessment

Deliver performance attribution reports and detailed investment analysis

Lead due diligence and execution of private investment opportunities

Prepare quarterly investment performance reports for the Investment Committee and Board

Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders, including fund managers, investment banks, and service providers

RequirementsTo be considered for this role, you need to meet the following criteria:

Bachelor’s degree from a well-recognized university; Master’s degree or CFA/CAIA/FRM/MBA (Finance) is a plus

5–7 years of experience in investment research, portfolio management, or global markets, ideally on the buy-side

Strong analytical skills with hands-on knowledge of Bloomberg and financial modeling tools

Excellent communication, presentation, and report writing skills

To view other vacancies we have, please check our website ( and follow us on our social media accounts - LinkedIn   / Facebook   /  Twitter /  Instagram Disclaimer: Black Pearl will never ask for money or any form to charge our candidates just to process or consider their application for any of our available vacancies. If you happen to receive such request from any members of our staff or other individuals claiming to be part of Black Pearl, please do call our office at or drop us a message on our website.

Hedge Fund Trade Operations Analyst - Dubai

Verition Fund Management LLC ("Verition") is a multi-strategy, multi-manager hedge fund founded in 2008. Verition focuses on global investment strategies including Global Credit, Global Convertible, Volatility & Capital Structure Arbitrage, Event-Driven Investing, Equity Long/Short & Capital Markets Trading, and Global Quantitative Trading.

Job Title: Hedge Fund Trade Operations Analyst- Dubai

Location: Dubai, UAE

The Hedge Fund Trade Operations Analyst is responsible for communicating with portfolio managers, traders, brokers, and other interested parties, in order to confirm and settle trades on time, while completing daily deliverables, and fulfilling other trading and operational tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Trading, Fund Accounting, Technology, and Risk teams with managing all trade lifecycle events for an array of asset classes including equity products, exchange traded derivatives, OTC derivatives, FX, and fixed income products.
• Assist with trade bookings, processing life cycle events, support on P&L inquiries, and daily reconciliations.
• Process trade allocations, affirmations, settlements, options exercise/assignments, and related tasks.
• Monitor mandatory corporate action events and liaise with multiple PMs and PBs on voluntary elections.
• Perform processes related to corporate actions for equity and fixed income products.
• Advise MO/Valuations/Cash Rec teams on system level and/or PB level corporate action breaks.
• Monitor third-party platforms like prime broker portals and administrator systems for trade management.
• Work with the Reconciliation and Control teams to ensure the accuracy of internal books and records.
• Identify process gaps, work with internal and external resources to create detailed requirements to solve issues.
• Grasp big picture objectives to help senior management streamline workflows and minimize operational risk.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Perform adequate due diligence to resolve daily issues in a timely manner, in order to avoid any financial or reputational impact.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices to further develop effective operational policies and procedures.
• Performing other duties as may be requested by senior management.

Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree; preferably with a concentration in finance, economics, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• General knowledge of and familiarity with financial instruments (i.e. equities, fixed income, options, swaps, futures, foreign exchange) within both domestic and global securities markets
• In depth knowledge of interest rate swaps, swaptions, and exchange traded derivatives highly preferred.
• Familiarity with fixed income and futures delivery processing.
• Systems experience with OSTTRA, Trax, Orchestrade, Geneva and Bloomberg beneficial.
• Self-starter with excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to efficiently prioritize daily processes, ad-hoc requests, and any issues escalated by internal and external parties.
• Intermediate or higher Excel proficiency.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
• High level of computer literacy, and capability to learn new systems quickly.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team.

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Open Ended Hedge Fund Accountant, AVP

Open Ended Hedge Fund Accountant, AVP

Apply remote type: Onsite | Locations: Dubai | Time type: Full time | Posted on: Posted Today | Job requisition id: JR-

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally, and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide. Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.

That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.

About Apex

The Apex Group is a global financial services provider with 13,000 staff across 110+ offices globally. We look to recruit bright, articulate, and numerate personnel who are unafraid of challenges and are prepared to work hard and love what they do. We provide an internal training and evaluation programme that will ensure you are equipped with the right experience and qualities to work with Apex's clients. Life at Apex isn't just about the work you do, it's about embracing the culture and loving what you do. Every employee plays a part in making Apex who we are today and the more that we grow, the more important that becomes. Whatever your career path or specialism, Apex ensures it rewards loyal and dedicated employees. The international nature of our business and global network of offices means there are opportunities to broaden your life experiences and take both short-term or permanent relocation options.

We are currently looking for an Associate Vice President (Account Manager) to support our growing operations in the Fund Administration department. This role requires excellent management of client deliverables.

Responsible for working along with a growing team of Account Managers, Senior Fund Accountants, and Fund Accountants involved in NAV calculation, Shareholder Reporting, and Compliance from Dubai office, Apex Global Support Centers, or any other Apex location.

The Account Manager/AVP will be primarily responsible for planning, scheduling, and managing the daily workflows of all client deliverables such as NAV computation, Transfer Agency, or Audit. To actively collaborate with the extended team at Global Support Centers.

The candidate will also be heavily involved in the implementation of the take-on process of new clients, which will involve review of PPMs, various agreements, setting up of NAV reporting packages suitable to the client’s requirements, setup on PFS Paxus (and/or any other system), and initial NAV calculations.

All work carried out will require detailed reviews for correctness and adherence to Apex policies and procedures. To become conversant with PFS Paxus software (or any other software, as required). To maintain the client relationship, take responsibility for coordination of regulatory reporting, audit preparation, and due diligence requirements. To prepare and/or review MIS reporting required by Senior Management or Apex Group.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in the NAV preparation and review process for our Hedge Fund clients, including management of the entire process
• Timely delivery of any other client-specific reporting requirements
• Planning, scheduling, and managing the daily workflows of all client deliverables within the team
• Reconciliation of investment portfolios, dividends, interest, corporate actions, and investor capital activity
• Good understanding of various types of Performance fee calculation, equalization, Management fee calculations
• Effective coordination with various support centers of Apex whenever required
• Responsible for accruing/amortizing daily or monthly non-security related Fee accruals including management fees, performance fees, and financing accruals
• Assist in the preparation and review of subscription, redemption pack, and ensuring timely communication with investors of the funds
• Assist in the preparation and review of financial statements & liaising with auditor as required and managing the entire audit process
• To ensure timely and accurate preparation of distribution calculations, tax statements, and liaising with the tax advisor of the fund
• Monitoring and review of the payments to be initiated for the client
• Ensuring client enquiries are answered in accordance with Apex service standards on an ongoing basis
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and other requirements of the fund's specifications
• Ongoing implementation and refinement of SSAE 18 controls along with coordination with internal auditors and external SSAE auditors

Additional Responsibilities include cross-selling services, developing client relationships, ensuring adherence to procedures, working on large fund mandates, internal and global projects, and acting as a point of contact for audits, tax, and compliance queries.

Skills required include 7-9 years’ experience, understanding of US GAAP & IFRS, complex fund structures, strong PC skills, relevant qualifications, knowledge of financial securities, commercial awareness, leadership, organizational and communication skills, and ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

What you will get in return: Opportunities for growth, development, and being part of a global business.

Additional information emphasizes Apex's commitment to diversity, societal impact, and a direct sourcing model for recruitment.

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The Role
A single-manager hedge fund running purely systematic strategies is looking to hire an experienced Investment Operations Manager. Our client is preparing to commence trading from the ADGM in the coming weeks and needs an experienced Operations Manager to lead both their middle office and operations function. The Operations Manager will be involved in the following areas including trade execution and settlement, performance analysis, regulatory reporting, technology and infrastructure, as well as vendor management. As our client will focus on systematic strategies across multiple asset classes, for that reason, there will be a significant emphasis on the technology aspects, making prior exposure to systematic trading systems essential. This role provides an outstanding opportunity in building a middle office structure from the ground up and adding unique touch to the area.

Requirements
To be considered for this role, the successful candidate must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in trade operations within a systematic strategy at a hedge fund or sophisticated family office. Our client can be flexible on the asset class exposure, however, a background across multi-asset strategies is strongly preferred.

About the company
The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets. Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne and Sydney.

Never before have financial issues been so often been the headline news. It is therefore crucial that today’s business professionals expand their financial knowledge to allow them to contribute to daily decisions and debates.

This course is designed specifically for non-financial personnel; this intensive seminar educates and informs delegates of the key financial markets/products/risks and hazards.

Course Objectives

The seminar provides delegates with the tools required to find better answers to questions such as:

• What are the major market indices and how are they linked?
• What is meant by a dual listing?
• How is a forward rate determined?
• Can I profit from interest differentials?
• What is the role of correlation in reducing risk?
• How do I judge whether my performance in the market is good or bad?
• What are futures and options?
• How can futures and options be used to protect the value of my portfolio?
• What is meant by spread trading?
• What are the role of bonds in a portfolio.
• The difference between fundamental and technical analysis.

Training Methodology

Using a combination of lectures and individual exercises with practical applications, the delegates will gain both a theoretical and practical knowledge of the topics covered. The emphasis is on the “real world” and as a result delegates will return to the workplace with both the ability and the confidence to apply the techniques learned.

Organisational Impact

This seminar provides an integrated blending of concept and practical application. As well as developing subject knowledge delegates will return with enhanced quantitative and technical skills. Advanced Excel skills are increasingly a pre-requisite for financial analysis. Delegates will return to the organisation with great exposure to the power of Excel.

Personal Impact

Delegates will acquire detailed knowledge about the trading, pricing and risk management associated with a variety of financial products. The practical and real world approach will provide delegates with a “tool-box” to bring back to the organisation to assist in the analysis of financing, treasury and risk management decisions

Course Outline :

An Introduction to the Financial Markets

An Introduction to the Equity Markets:

• IPO’s
• Market Indices
• International Equity Market Links
• Dual Listings
• GDR’s and ADR’s

An Introduction to Bond Markets

• Treasury versus Corporate
• Types of Bond

An Introduction to the FX Market

• The spot and forward market
• Exchange Rate trends and linkages
• Carry Trades

An Introduction to Portfolio Theory

• The link between risk and return.
• The role of correlation
• The Markowitz model of Portfolio Risk
• The benefits of diversification
• The Capital Asset Pricing Model
• An Introduction to the Derivatives Market
• Futures
• Options

The Cost of Carry Model

• Cash and carry arbitrage
• Reverse cash and carry arbitrage

Using Options to provide portfolio insurance

Spread trading:

• Intra-commodity spreads
• Intra-commodity spreads
• Option trading strategies.
• Bond pricing
• Bond Duration
• Term structure of interest rates
• The convexity of a bond
• Bond ratings
• Immunising a bond portfolio
• Structured products
• Money Market Deposits/CD’s/Commercial Paper/Treasury Bills

Accounts Payable From Accounting to Management (Planning, Organizing and Achieving Best Practices)

Accounts Payable: Accounting and Management Best Practices

Budgeting, Forecasting and the Planning Process

Oil & Gas Accounting & Performance Measurement

At European Quality Training and Management Consultancy, we provide high-quality training and consultancy services to develop future leaders. With a team of skilled experts, we tailor programs to meet the needs of public and private sectors, grounded in quality, ethics, and social responsibility. Our client-focused approach ensures professionalism and sustainable outcomes.

European Quality Training and Management Consultancy FZE

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