A leading institutional investor is expanding its investment team in Dubai and is seeking an Associate / Principal to support and lead end-to-end activities across strategy, asset allocation, sourcing, due diligence, execution, and portfolio management. The platform manages a globally diversified portfolio across public markets, private markets, and alternatives, with a mandate to deploy capital into high-quality managers and direct opportunities aligned with long-term objectives.Role OverviewThe position offers full lifecycle exposure: shaping investment strategy, sourcing opportunities, running deep analytical work, coordinating multi-stream due diligence, managing transactions, and overseeing ongoing portfolio performance. The successful candidate will work closely with GPs, external advisors, and internal stakeholders, delivering high-quality investment insight and maintaining strong governance standards.Key ResponsibilitiesContribute to investment strategy development, asset allocation planning, and annual investment targets. Source quality opportunities across asset classes; maintain relationships with fund managers and market participants. Lead initial screening, financial analysis, modelling, valuation work, market reviews, and scenario testing. Manage commercial, financial, legal, operational, and technical due diligence across external advisors. Support or lead negotiation of terms, structures, and documentation; coordinate approvals and execution. Oversee portfolio performance, conduct periodic reviews with managers, and contribute to value-creation initiatives. Prepare IC materials, valuation packs, dashboards, and reporting for senior leadership. Maintain governance standards, documentation accuracy, and alignment with risk frameworks. Mentor junior team members and contribute to continuous improvements across investment processes.Candidate ProfileBachelor’s in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related; Master’s / MBA preferred. CFA or similar certifications advantageous.5–8+ years of relevant experience (investment consulting, buy-side, portfolio management, financial analysis, due diligence). Strong modelling, valuation, strategic assessment, and transaction execution capabilities. Knowledge of UAE and global markets, regulatory environments, and risk frameworks. Analytical, commercially minded, hands-on, and capable of managing multiple complex workstreams. Excellent relationship-building and communication skills with the ability to produce high-quality investment materials.