Portfolio Manager
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About the Role
Senna is seeking an experienced Portfolio Manager/Analyst to join a global asset manager's Equities platform in Riyadh. The role involves directing investment processes, managing portfolios, and generating actionable insights.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and implement investment policies and direct portfolio management for specific strategies
- Conduct research and analysis of market trends, economic indicators, and securities to identify opportunities and risks
- Monitor and evaluate portfolio performance, making adjustments to optimize returns and minimize risk
- Ensure timely production of accurate investment reports for external and internal clients
- Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to develop new business and maintain client relationships
- Participate in industry events and conferences to stay current on market developments
- Adhere to rules and regulations governing client portfolio management
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or related field; MBA or equivalent preferred
- Buy side experience in equities portfolio management with proven track record across multiple sectors
- Strong analytical skills including financial modeling and valuation analysis
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in portfolio management software and financial analysis tools
- Sound understanding of market trends, economic indicators, and individual securities
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About The Role
- A global asset manager is seeking an experienced Portfolio Manager / Analyst to support its Equities platform, based on site in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
- The successful candidate will play a central role in directing investment processes, generating actionable insights, and managing existing portfolios across the strategy.
Key Responsibilities
- Jointly develop and implement investment policies while directing portfolio management for specific strategies, overseeing a significant asset base.
- Assume joint responsibility for all aspects of fund management for the assigned strategy, including investment decision making and compliance adherence.
- Conduct comprehensive research and analysis of market trends, economic indicators, and individual securities to identify investment opportunities and associated risks.
- Monitor and evaluate portfolio performance, making adjustments to optimise returns while minimising risk and ensuring alignment with client objectives and house risk/return targets.
- Ensure timely production of accurate investment reports for both external and internal clients, reflecting performance and strategic insights.
- Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to develop new business opportunities, attract new clients, and maintain strong relationships with existing clients.
- Actively participate in industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to stay current on market developments and represent the firm's investment approach.
- Adhere to all relevant rules and regulations governing client portfolio management, ensuring compliance and best practices are maintained throughout.
Skills & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field; an MBA or equivalent qualification is preferred.
- Buy side experience in equities portfolio management, with a proven track record across multiple sectors.
- Strong analytical skills, including the ability to conduct detailed financial modelling and valuation analysis.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships.
- Proficiency in portfolio management software and financial analysis tools.
- Sound understanding of market trends, economic indicators, and individual securities, with a track record of optimising portfolio performance.
About Senna
- Senna is a careers platform for finance candidates who want better opportunities and more strategic career guidance.
- We help professionals clarify their ambitions, target the right roles, and access expert support tailored to their goals across the global asset manager finance market.
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