Portfolio Manager - L/S Equities

Aventus, a prominent hedge fund based in Dubai, UAE, is seeking a skilled Portfolio Manager specializing in Long/Short Equities for the MENA region. Our firm prides itself on its commitment to delivering strong risk-adjusted returns through fundamental analysis and strategic investment approaches. We foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaboration, providing our team members with the resources and support needed to thrive in a dynamic and competitive market environment.

As the Portfolio Manager for Long/Short Equities at Aventus, you will be responsible for constructing and overseeing a market-neutral or directional equity portfolio within MENA markets. Your primary focus will be on generating alpha through high-conviction long and short positions derived from thorough fundamental research, financial modeling, and industry analysis. You will leverage various strategies such as bottom-up stock selection, event-driven tactics, and macro overlays to optimize portfolio performance while adhering to strict risk controls.

Ideal candidates for this role should possess at least 5 years of experience in long/short equities management within hedge funds or asset management firms. Demonstrable profitability with a Sharpe ratio of 1.5 or higher is essential, along with deep expertise in MENA equity markets across key sectors like financials, consumer goods, industrials, real estate, and energy. Proficiency in short-selling mechanisms, derivatives trading, and risk management techniques is crucial for success in this position.

Joining Aventus offers you access to significant capital resources within a well-established hedge fund platform. Our competitive compensation structure includes performance-based incentives that reward your success. You will also benefit from institutional-grade infrastructure support, execution assistance, and robust risk management oversight to enhance your effectiveness as a Portfolio Manager.

This opportunity is perfect for seasoned investors specializing in MENA equities who are looking to lead sophisticated long/short strategies backed by substantial capital resources. If you are an experienced professional seeking to excel in managing complex portfolios while contributing to our culture of excellence and innovation at Aventus, we invite you to apply for this position today. This role is ideally suited for mid-career professionals looking to make their mark in the hedge fund industry through strategic portfolio management expertise.

• 5+ years of experience in long/short equities portfolio management at a hedge fund
• proprietary trading desk
• asset manager
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in finance
• economics
• mathematics or a related field
• Deep expertise in MENA equity markets
• Strong knowledge of short-selling mechanisms, derivatives, and portfolio hedging techniques

• Construct and manage a market-neutral or directional L/S equity portfolio across MENA markets with a focus on alpha generation
• Identify high-conviction long and short opportunities through deep fundamental research, financial modeling, and industry analysis
• Utilize a combination of bottom-up stock picking, event-driven strategies, and macro overlays to optimize portfolio returns
• Maintain strict risk controls optimizing position sizing, stop-loss limits, and hedging strategies

• Long/Short Equities Portfolio Management
• MENA Equity Markets Expertise
• Risk Management Approach
• Financial Modeling Techniques
• Market Analysis

Seniority Level: Senior Level

• Middle Management
• Executive Level

Job Functions: Finance

• Portfolio Management
• Equity Research

Industries : Finance

• Hedge Fund
• Asset Management