Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

This role requires full relocation to Abu Dhabi. What the job involves

Establish, lead, and manage a high-performing team across multiple asset classes and operational functions

Oversee the design and continuous improvement of workflows to enable effective, scalable, and robust investment operations

Take full accountability for operational activities related to public and private market assets, with oversight of Aladdin and eFront platforms

Supervise the maintenance and integrity of IBOR, ensuring data accuracy and usability for portfolio managers and stakeholders

Manage the end-to-end exception handling process, including trade capture, matching, corporate actions, settlement, and accounting

Lead analyses of data quality issues, driving long-term solutions and improvements to the operating model

Provide day-to-day and strategic operational support to the Investment Office and stakeholders, addressing both BAU and ad-hoc requests

Define, review, and enhance service level agreements, KPIs, and performance metrics to ensure alignment with evolving business needs

Ensure adherence to internal control frameworks, operational risk policies, and relevant regulatory requirements across all functions

Oversee departmental budgeting, including forecasting and cost management to ensure operational efficiency

Drive recruitment, talent development, and team engagement, fostering a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous learning

Who we are looking for

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a quantitative discipline

Significant leadership experience within investment operations or middle office functions in the asset management industry

Hands-on experience with Aladdin and eFront is essential

In-depth knowledge of the full trade lifecycle across both public and private markets

Comprehensive understanding of operational processes across the front, middle, and back office

Proven track record of building, leading, and inspiring large, cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and collaborate across business units

Demonstrated success in working effectively with key internal teams, including investment, finance, risk, compliance, and technology

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

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