Chief of Assets

About This Role

CEO Office

Dubai, UAE (Hybrid Work Model)

Please note that, due to operational and logistical considerations, we do not currently accommodate relocation packages and foreign visas.

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Role Summary The Chief of Assets is a critical executive role responsible for shaping and overseeing the strategic direction of our asset portfolio. Directly reporting to the CEO, this position requires a visionary leader with extensive experience in managing a wide range of asset classes. The ideal candidate will spearhead the portfolio management team, drive investment strategies, and ensure the portfolio’s optimal performance, aligning with our overarching investment goals.

Reporting To Office of the CEO

Employment Type Full-Time

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze financial data and market trends to identify opportunities and risks across various asset classes, including equities, fixed income, commodities, and alternative investments.
• Monitor global economic indicators, policy changes, and geopolitical events that could impact financial markets.
• Evaluate investor sentiment and expectations through surveys, market indicators, and other qualitative tools.
• Conduct sector and industry analysis to assess business conditions and their potential impact on asset valuations.
• Develop and maintain financial models to forecast asset class performance under various scenarios.
• Collaborate with portfolio managers and strategists to incorporate analysis findings into investment decisions and asset allocation recommendations.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations that clearly communicate research findings and investment implications to internal stakeholders and clients.
• Stay abreast of advancements in financial analysis methodologies and tools.

Essential Qualifications And Skills

• Educational and Professional Credentials: Advanced Master’s or Post-graduate degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related fields. An MBA, CFA, CAIA, or similar designations highly preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years in a senior role and leadership capacity across asset management, investment banking, or similar fields, including a background with Big Four consulting firms (PwC, Deloitte, KPMG, EY) or similar prestigious consulting organisations.
• Executive Leadership and Team Management: Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and manage a high-performing portfolio management team.
• CxO Exposure: Extensive experience and comfort in operating within high-stakes executive environments, demonstrating the ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics effectively.
• Board-Level Communication: Exceptional communication skills, with a proven track record of articulating strategic visions, investment insights, and performance reports at the board level, ensuring clarity, impact, and strategic alignment.
• Notable Gravitas: The successful candidate will possess the inherent gravitas required to command respect and influence across all levels of the organization, including CxO-level and board interactions.
• Strategic Asset Management: Demonstrated experience in formulating and executing asset management strategies across diverse asset classes.
• Market Analysis and Investment Acumen: Comprehensive understanding of market trends, economic indicators, and ability to identify investment opportunities.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Strong capability in engaging with investors, fund managers, and advisors, effectively communicating strategies and performance.
• Public Speaking and Media Relations: Strong public speaking skills and the ability to represent the company effectively in media interviews and at industry conferences, enhancing the firm’s visibility and reputation.
• Native or near-native English fluency.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management: Advanced understanding of global regulatory environments and the ability to navigate complex compliance landscapes effectively.
• Innovative Thinking: Ability to identify and implement innovative investment strategies and solutions, demonstrating creative problem-solving skills.
• Strategic Partnerships Development: Experience in building and maintaining strategic partnerships with other firms, government entities, or international organisations to leverage investment opportunities.
• Multicultural Exposure, beneficial for communicating with international partners and understanding global market nuances.
• Change Management: Experience leading through change, demonstrating the ability to adapt strategies in response to evolving market conditions and organizational goals.
• Multilingual Abilities and fluency in languages besides English.

Remuneration Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement savings plan, and paid time off.

How To Apply Interested candidates should submit their resume, a cover letter highlighting relevant experience and why you are interested in this role, and any supporting documents to careers@slicit.com with the subject line “Chief of Assets Application.”

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