Principal, Global Fund of Funds, Sovereign Wealth Fund, Abu Dhabi, UAE

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10038

Our client is a newly formed, international investment firm looking to expand its already high-calibre primary fund and co-investment private market investment team in Abu Dhabi. You will be joining a fast-growing, fast-moving investment team with a global remit.

This role sits within their alternative investments team where you will work primarily on private equity fund investments on a global basis. They focus on high risk and high return, "high-alpha" investments.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Play an integral role in the origination, evaluation and execution of primary and co-investment investment opportunities in private markets
• Map the GP market across North America, Europe and Asia and build and develop a strong network
• Support across all aspects of the transaction process from initial due diligence to portfolio monitoring
• Take significant responsibility in the preparation of materials including detailed committee papers
• Attend advisory board meetings and AGMs

YOUR PROFILE:

• Strong academic track record from leading institutions
• Demonstrable experience executing private equity fund investments is preferred; candidates with mainly co-investment experience and buyout experience will also be considered
• Strong financial acumen, executing financial valuations and analysis
• Confident and articulate communicator both written and verbally
• Must be a team player, with a "can-do" attitude