OverviewWe are supporting a leading institutional investor in the GCC with the appointment of a Senior Manager within its Performance Analytics function. The role sits close to the COO and provides high-impact analytical, strategic, and operational support across corporate performance, investment analytics, macro trends, and data governance. This mandate is suited to a seasoned professional with deep experience in performance measurement, KPI frameworks, and investment-related analytics within sophisticated financial organizations.Core ResponsibilitiesPerformance & Corporate AnalyticsDrive the full corporate performance cycle, including KPI design, target-setting, scenario analysis, and preparation of reports for senior leadership and board-level committees. Analyse organisation-wide results, benchmark outcomes, and secure internal approvals for performance frameworks. Support the alignment of corporate KPIs with business strategy and coordinate their rollout across verticals and functions. Assist senior departments, particularly investment-related teams, with benchmarking, market analysis, valuation inputs, quarterly reviews, and preparation of board materials.Macro, Factor & Market AnalysisMonitor global macro conditions and provide data-driven insights to support investment decision-making. Track market developments, extract insights from mainstream and alternative datasets, and contribute strategic input to ongoing portfolio oversight.Data & InfrastructureAct as the internal subject-matter lead for Sim Corp: oversee data inputs, data architecture, governance controls, and reporting improvements. Strengthen data quality, automation, and analytics capabilities across the organisation.Strategic Support to COOPartner with the COO on cross-functional initiatives, including strategy development, townhalls, research projects, operational reviews, and ad-hoc special assignments. Lead or contribute to projects aimed at streamlining analytics and enhancing reporting standards across the organisation.Candidate Profile10+ years of progressively senior experience in performance analytics, investment performance, or financial data roles within institutional investment environments. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related fields; CFA preferred. Strong grounding in macroeconomics, financial markets, and performance measurement frameworks. Excellent analytical capability, quantitative reasoning, and ability to synthesise insights for senior audiences. Experience with KPI design, performance reporting, and benchmarking against global standards. Strong understanding of data governance and modern analytics tools; Sim Corp expertise is highly advantageous. Able to operate strategically while remaining hands-on—comfortable managing multiple deadlines and cross-functional stakeholders. High levels of integrity, professional maturity, and ability to influence non-technical and senior stakeholders.