Investment Analyst

About This Role

A well-established family office (private wealth firm) in Dubai is seeking an Investment Analyst to join its team ASAP.

With 3 - 5 years of relevant experience in investments or asset management, the Investment Analyst will be responsible for identifying opportunities across capital markets (public and private markets), including equities, fixed income, real estate, private credit, and other alternative asset classes.

CFA, CAIA, FMVA, or similar qualifications are preferred, along with ideally a Master's degree in a relevant field (Investments, Finance, etc.). However, candidates with strong relevant professional experience are encouraged to apply even without these qualifications.

Key responsibilities for Investment Analyst:

1. Review of multiple incoming proposals (external requests for investment & funding)
2. Proactive market research; screening and shortlisting investment opportunities that are aligned with the internal investment strategy
3. Strong financial modelling, financial analysis, valuation, and due diligence
4. Advanced Excel & PowerPoint skills, including pitch book preparation
5. Portfolio performance calculation and reporting for senior leadership
6. Active risk assessment and oversight of live investments and portfolio positions

N.B. Experience with Bloomberg is a MUST, including data extraction and analysis (BQL advantageous)

From a personality perspective, you should have excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work under time pressure and senior stakeholder demands.

Please note this is an *office-based* Financial Services role, Monday to Friday (no flexible working).

Desired Skills and Experience Investment analysis, asset management, capital markets (public and private), equities, fixed income, real estate investing, private credit, alternative investments, opportunity sourcing, investment screening, market research, financial modelling, financial analysis, valuation, due diligence, Excel, PowerPoint, pitchbook preparation, portfolio performance analysis, reporting, risk assessment, portfolio monitoring, Bloomberg, BQL, data extraction, stakeholder management, communication skills, attention to detail, ability to work under pressure