VP/SVP/EVP Asset Allocator – Investment Advisory

Job description / Role

VP/SVP/EVP Asset Allocator – Investment Advisory – Kuwait

Role:

Seeking an experienced International Equities Leader who can step up our Clients active role in Asset Allocation; according to Client needs. 75% of the role will be in Asset Allocation; 25% Sales related developing new business with Clients. You will also be responsible for actively influencing/identifying suitable Investment Products. Develop Asset Allocation capabilities within the GCC by helping originate Portfolio Management mandates from Clients seeking exposure to International Equities; and manage/execute Strategy for such Clients’ Portfolios. Establish close contacts with Clients and manage all aspects related to the Client’s Investment needs. Increase AUMs from Clients and establish steady and growing fee-based revenues.

Responsibilities will include:

• Ensure Revenue and Profit targets on International Equities business are achieved
• Develop Asset Allocation Business Strategy for revenue generation and orders execution on behalf of the Clients.
• Performs a primary role in the selection, the analysis and the implementation of Investment Opportunities in the Public/Listed Equities in International Equities.
• Serves as a primary contact for Strategic Partners, Co-Investors, Brokers and other Service Providers for International Equities.
• Ensure that transaction execution is of the highest standards of governance and in full compliance of CMA Regulations
• Promotes Asset Allocation in the wider community through personal efforts, business contacts, sponsorships, marketing and targeted events to ensure exposure and ultimately gain assets under management (AUM) or Product Development opportunities in line with CMA regulations.
• Ensure full commitment and cooperation of team
• Promote and create the right culture within Company

Requirements

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree and Masters/MBA. Preferably CFA Charter holder.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant International Equity and Funds experience with Regional experience and GCC Client relations.
• Excellent Arabic and English skills.
• Track record of successfully managing International Equities business
• Proven track record of solid investment performance (absolute and vs. Benchmarks) in International equities
• Strong reputation with GCC Clients and ability to help attract AUMs from existing relationships
• Ability to effectively function and coordinate with Investments Team to raise AUMs by making presentations to current & prospective Clients in the GCC

If suitable and interested in this excellent opportunity; please apply noline. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 3-5 days for further discussions.

About the Company

Global Bankers Search & Selection Ltd provides specialist recruitment services to Clients in the Banking and Financial Services sector. We work with a diverse range of Organisations and have an excellent track-record of identifying and attracting high-calibre, mid senior executive level Candidates based globally for Permanent, Interim and Contract positions. We also offer a comprehensive, bespoke Search and Selection and Mapping Service.

Our Consultants are experienced professionals with an in-depth knowledge of the industry, so they fully understand the kinds of challenges you face. Our searches span the UK / GCC / MENA / Far East / Asia Pacific Regions. Our network of contacts includes talented professionals within, but not limited to, the following specialisms:

     Finance & Accounting
     Investment Banking / Investment Management
     Retail Banking
     Islamic Banking
     Corporate & Commercial Banking
     Private Banking & Wealth Management 
     Treasury 
     IT into Finance
     HR into Banking & Finance
     Mortgage & Secured Loans Brokerages 
     Lenders & Packagers