Portfolio Manager – Multi-Asset Investments – First Abu Dhabi Bank – Abu Dhabi, UAE
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Portfolio Manager – Multi-Asset Investments – First Abu Dhabi Bank – Abu Dhabi, UAE
Position Overview
This Portfolio Manager role manages diversified multi-asset portfolios across equities, fixed income, alternatives, FX, and derivatives. The position is responsible for constructing strategic and tactical asset allocation frameworks, generating alpha, applying rigorous risk management, and ensuring alignment with institutional mandates, CIO outlook, and governance standards. The role contributes to investment research, product development, client engagement, and disciplined execution of portfolio strategies.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Banking
Function: Investment Management
Salary: 38000–48000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities
* Construct diversified multi-asset portfolios aligned with client mandates and institutional risk objectives
* Formulate and implement SAA and TAA decisions across major asset classes
* Generate alpha through tactical positioning within strategic allocation frameworks
* Conduct macroeconomic, asset class, and market research using internal and external sources
* Collaborate with CIO, Fund Management, and Research teams to align investment strategies
* Integrate market intelligence into portfolio construction and security selection
* Apply robust risk management methods such as scenario analysis, stress testing, and liquidity oversight
* Manage institutional mandates and discretionary portfolio management accounts
* Support new fund launches and enhancements to existing investment solutions
* Ensure compliance with regulatory and governance requirements
* Participate in investment committees and contribute to asset allocation discussions
* Support client engagement through presentations, portfolio reviews, and market commentary
* Apply disciplined portfolio construction techniques including risk budgeting and factor balancing
* Utilize portfolio management and risk systems such as Aladdin, Charles River, Bloomberg PORT, FactSet, MSCI, or Barra
* Integrate AI-driven and data-driven workflows, including screening models, alternative data, NLP, and analytics
* Combine quantitative signals with discretionary judgment to enhance repeatability
* Ensure timely execution of research insights into portfolios
* Contribute to scalable processes through automation, codified workflows, and investment playbooks
* Articulate portfolio decisions, factor exposures, and attribution clearly to internal teams and clients
* Optionally leverage coding tools such as Python, R, or SQL to support analytical work and model development
Ideal Profile
* Deep understanding of global markets, multi-asset investing, and portfolio construction
* Proven experience in institutional portfolio management with strong performance track record
* Ability to design and implement risk frameworks including VaR, stress tests, and liquidity monitoring
* Proficiency with portfolio systems such as BlackRock Aladdin
* Strong analytical, quantitative, and research capabilities
* Ability to align investment strategies with CIO outlook and governance frameworks
* Experience working with CIO, fund managers, and research providers
* Strong communication skills for investment committee participation and client presentations
* Ability to combine quantitative and discretionary approaches
* Capability to work independently and contribute to innovation across investment processes
Skills Set
* Multi-asset portfolio management
* Strategic and tactical asset allocation
* Risk management and stress testing
* Research and market analysis
* Performance attribution
* Quantitative and AI-driven workflows
* Portfolio systems (Aladdin, Charles River, Bloomberg PORT, FactSet, MSCI)
* Client communication and presentation
Why Join Us
* Opportunity to manage high-value multi-asset portfolios within a leading UAE institution
* Strategic exposure through direct collaboration with CIO and senior investment leaders
* Innovative environment focused on data-driven and AI-enhanced investment processes
* Clear growth path in institutional asset management
* Competitive compensation and long-term professional development
About the Company
First Abu Dhabi Bank is a leading financial institution in the UAE, known for its scale, stability, and global investment capabilities. The bank provides an innovative and collaborative environment where investment professionals contribute to long-term portfolio performance and institutional growth across regional and global markets.
Position Overview
This Portfolio Manager role manages diversified multi-asset portfolios across equities, fixed income, alternatives, FX, and derivatives. The position is responsible for constructing strategic and tactical asset allocation frameworks, generating alpha, applying rigorous risk management, and ensuring alignment with institutional mandates, CIO outlook, and governance standards. The role contributes to investment research, product development, client engagement, and disciplined execution of portfolio strategies.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Banking
Function: Investment Management
Salary: 38000–48000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities
* Construct diversified multi-asset portfolios aligned with client mandates and institutional risk objectives
* Formulate and implement SAA and TAA decisions across major asset classes
* Generate alpha through tactical positioning within strategic allocation frameworks
* Conduct macroeconomic, asset class, and market research using internal and external sources
* Collaborate with CIO, Fund Management, and Research teams to align investment strategies
* Integrate market intelligence into portfolio construction and security selection
* Apply robust risk management methods such as scenario analysis, stress testing, and liquidity oversight
* Manage institutional mandates and discretionary portfolio management accounts
* Support new fund launches and enhancements to existing investment solutions
* Ensure compliance with regulatory and governance requirements
* Participate in investment committees and contribute to asset allocation discussions
* Support client engagement through presentations, portfolio reviews, and market commentary
* Apply disciplined portfolio construction techniques including risk budgeting and factor balancing
* Utilize portfolio management and risk systems such as Aladdin, Charles River, Bloomberg PORT, FactSet, MSCI, or Barra
* Integrate AI-driven and data-driven workflows, including screening models, alternative data, NLP, and analytics
* Combine quantitative signals with discretionary judgment to enhance repeatability
* Ensure timely execution of research insights into portfolios
* Contribute to scalable processes through automation, codified workflows, and investment playbooks
* Articulate portfolio decisions, factor exposures, and attribution clearly to internal teams and clients
* Optionally leverage coding tools such as Python, R, or SQL to support analytical work and model development
Ideal Profile
* Deep understanding of global markets, multi-asset investing, and portfolio construction
* Proven experience in institutional portfolio management with strong performance track record
* Ability to design and implement risk frameworks including VaR, stress tests, and liquidity monitoring
* Proficiency with portfolio systems such as BlackRock Aladdin
* Strong analytical, quantitative, and research capabilities
* Ability to align investment strategies with CIO outlook and governance frameworks
* Experience working with CIO, fund managers, and research providers
* Strong communication skills for investment committee participation and client presentations
* Ability to combine quantitative and discretionary approaches
* Capability to work independently and contribute to innovation across investment processes
Skills Set
* Multi-asset portfolio management
* Strategic and tactical asset allocation
* Risk management and stress testing
* Research and market analysis
* Performance attribution
* Quantitative and AI-driven workflows
* Portfolio systems (Aladdin, Charles River, Bloomberg PORT, FactSet, MSCI)
* Client communication and presentation
Why Join Us
* Opportunity to manage high-value multi-asset portfolios within a leading UAE institution
* Strategic exposure through direct collaboration with CIO and senior investment leaders
* Innovative environment focused on data-driven and AI-enhanced investment processes
* Clear growth path in institutional asset management
* Competitive compensation and long-term professional development
About the Company
First Abu Dhabi Bank is a leading financial institution in the UAE, known for its scale, stability, and global investment capabilities. The bank provides an innovative and collaborative environment where investment professionals contribute to long-term portfolio performance and institutional growth across regional and global markets.
