Chief Investment Officer (CIO) – Global Investment Strategy, UAE

We are conducting an executive search on behalf of a leading UAE-based investment platform to appoint a Chief Investment Officer (CIO). This senior role offers a rare opportunity to lead global and regional investment strategy for a high-impact, diversified platform operating across sectors including private equity, M&A and structured finance.

As CIO, you will oversee the end-to-end investment lifecycle—from origination and execution through to portfolio optimisation and exits. This is a strategic role for a proven investment leader ready to drive capital deployment and long-term value creation.

 Strategic Investment Leadership

• Define and implement a scalable investment strategy aligned with business growth goals.
• Lead capital allocation, cross-border M&A transactions, and structured finance activities.
• Oversee joint venture performance and strategic investor partnerships.
• Build investment governance, capital planning, and decision-making frameworks.

 Deal Execution & Portfolio Management

• Originate and lead complex investment deals (including private equity, venture capital and strategic acquisitions).
• Supervise due diligence, valuation models, and financial structuring.
• Maximise portfolio value through performance tracking, risk analysis, and exit planning.
• Drive post-investment value creation with strategic oversight.

 Stakeholder Engagement & Market Intelligence

• Develop senior relationships with sovereign wealth funds, investment banks, and global financial partners.
• Act as the executive representative at global forums and investor summits.
• Deliver real-time market analysis to inform board and C-suite decisions.

Risk Management & Regulatory Compliance

• Implement robust investment risk frameworks and ensure legal/regulatory compliance.
• Lead internal governance across reporting, controls, and operational transparency.

Ideal Chief Investment Officer Profile

• Demonstrated success in investment banking, asset management, private equity, or corporate finance.
• Leadership experience running high-performing, cross-functional investment teams.
• Strong technical capability in financial modelling, valuation, and risk management.
• Experience working in international markets and managing high-growth portfolios.

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This is a rare opportunity to join a top-tier investment firm based in the UAE as Chief Investment Officer. If you’re ready to lead global capital strategy in one of the world’s most dynamic investment hubs, please get in touch with our team including a copy of your CV as soon as possible via the form below.

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