Requirements
Minimum 8 years of experience in structured credit markets as an arranger or investor, with significant exposure to ABS, MBS, and bespoke securitisation transactions. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related discipline. Advanced financial modelling and cash flow analysis skills, portfolio risk management and monitoring capability, and knowledge of relevant regulatory and capital frameworks are required. Ability to generate and communicate investment ideas to senior stakeholders and strong risk culture are essential.
Description
The RoleThe asset manager is hiring an Executive Manager for Structured Credit Investments within its Treasury and Investments Group, based in Abu Dhabi. This is a director-level position with responsibility for the execution and lifecycle management of structured credit investments, including Asset-Backed Securities (ABS), Mortgage-Backed Securities (MBS), Collateralised Loan Obligations (CLOs), and related asset classes. The role sits within a function that manages the institution's funding, investments, and centralised risk management activities.ResponsibilitiesExecute approved structured credit mandates in line with the desk strategy, working with Management, Risk, and Finance functions.Monitor macroeconomic indicators, market trends, and regulatory developments affecting structured credit markets.Translate desk strategy into short, medium, and long-term operational plans; track performance against objectives and recommend corrective actions.Source, screen, and analyse structured credit opportunities, including CLOs, assessing alignment with risk appetite and regulatory requirements.Evaluate transaction structures, collateral quality, cash-flow mechanics, and counterparty strength to support internal approval processes.Contribute to portfolio construction and develop risk-monitoring tools to track credit quality, concentrations, and market developments.Prepare portfolio reports and presentations for senior management and investment committees; recommend rebalancing and optimisation strategies.Ensure all investments and transaction structures comply with applicable regulatory requirements, including UAE Central Bank guidelines.Work with Risk, Compliance, and Legal to maintain documentation, controls, and audit readiness; support regulatory reviews and governance processes.Implement and monitor governance frameworks, controls, and reform metrics across structured credit activities.Engage with external counterparties, including arrangers, asset managers, and rating agencies, to source, review, and negotiate investments.Identify new product structures, asset classes, and investment approaches that support portfolio diversification and align with long-term strategy.Manage team objectives, performance, and development; provide formal and informal feedback.Contribute to budget preparation and monitor financial performance against agreed targets.Recommend and implement improvements to departmental policies, procedures, and processes.Required Experience And QualificationsMinimum 8 years of experience in structured credit markets as an arranger or investor.Significant exposure to ABS, MBS, and bespoke securitisation transactions.Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related discipline.CFA, FRM, or equivalent qualification preferred.Advanced financial modelling and cash flow analysis skills.Portfolio risk management and monitoring capability.Knowledge of regulatory and capital frameworks relevant to structured credit.Ability to generate and communicate investment ideas to senior stakeholders.Strong risk culture and professional integrity.Compensation And BenefitsCompetitive base salary with eligibility for a variable pay plan.Medical insurance, group life insurance, and personal accident insurance.Paid leave and leave airfare allowance.Preferential rates on employee loans and finance facilities.Staff discounts and offers.Children's education assistance, subject to job level eligibility.Flexible and remote working arrangements, subject to eligibility and role requirements.Structured learning and development programmes, including instructor-led courses, e-learning, and on-the-job training.About MENA CareersMENA Careers is a private equity career platform built for candidates who want better access to recruiters, live opportunities, and market insight. It helps members discover relevant private equity roles, find specialist recruiters, and navigate the search with sharper direction across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Doha, London, and Singapore. MENA Careers is designed to make the private equity search more focused, more informed, and more effective. For more information, visit joinsenna.com.