Portfolio Manager - MENA Equities

Location Dubai
Discipline: Private & Public Markets
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Ellie Lynch

Contact email: ellie.lynch@venturesearch.com
Job ref: 3434
Published: 17 days ago

We are partnering with a leading asset manager in Saudi Arabia to appoint an experienced MENA Equities Portfolio Manager to join their investment team. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in managing and growing equity portfolios across the region, within one of the fastest-growing and most dynamic investment markets globally.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the management of MENA-focused equity portfolios, delivering strong risk-adjusted returns in line with client objectives.

  • Conduct deep fundamental research and analysis across sectors and markets in the Middle East and North Africa.

  • Generate high-conviction investment ideas and implement them across discretionary mandates and funds.

  • Monitor portfolio performance, risk exposures, and market developments, adjusting allocations as appropriate.

  • Contribute to asset allocation discussions and broader investment strategy.

  • Engage with internal stakeholders, clients, and external research providers to present insights and performance updates.

Requirements

  • 8+ years of buy-side experience in equity research and portfolio management, with a proven track record in MENA equities.

  • Strong analytical and valuation skills, with sectoral expertise within the MENA region.

  • Ability to develop and articulate high-conviction investment theses.

  • Solid understanding of regional markets, regulations, and investor landscape.

  • CFA qualification (preferred) or equivalent advanced financial certification.

  • Arabic language skills essential