Head of Product & Marketing

• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment in Dubai.

About Our Client

A fast-growing multi-billion dollar investment platform based in the GCC, offering both conventional and Sharia-compliant solutions across global markets. The firm serves institutional and wealth clients, with a focus on product innovation, robust governance, and long term value creation.

Job Description

The role reporting to the SEO will have the following responsibilities :

• Design and implement a product and marketing plan aligned with the organisation's long term growth strategy
• Assess client needs, market trends, and competitive landscapes to identify product gaps and expansion opportunities.
• Develop and launch investment products, leveraging in house investment capabilities or appointing third party managers that align with company's strategic intend.
• Manage existing model portfolio advisors, master fund managers, and GPs for Islamic platforms to ensure optimal fund performance and strategic synergy.
• Collaborate closely with portfolio managers to ensure product offerings align with the organisation's investment philosophy and objectives.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of investment products, monitoring performance, conducting post launch evaluations, and making necessary refinements including product features based on regulatory updates and client feedback.
• Oversee DFSA requirements for service provider reviews to ensure ongoing due diligence is performance by relevant function in the firm
• Develop and execute product launch strategies, marketing campaigns, and investor engagement including DDQ and engagements with product gatekeepers of various wealth managers to get them approved.
• Lead the creation of marketing materials, including investment presentations, factsheets, and fund commentary, ensuring compelling investor communication.
• Ensure all products comply with regulatory frameworks across Dubai, Riyadh, Luxembourg, Cayman, and other jurisdictions.
• Establish governance structures that uphold ethical business practices in fund management.
• Manage relationships with third party fund advisors, fostering collaboration and optimizing fund performance.
• Develop strategic partnerships to drive product innovation and expand market reach.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Head of Product & Marketing should have :

• 15+ years in investment management industry / department, product development, or fund structuring, with a strong foundation in Islamic finance.
• Deep understanding of Sharia compliant investments, Sukuk strategies, and global investment product dynamics.
• Proven ability to drive product innovation, market positioning, and revenue growth initiatives.
• Excellent stakeholder management, presentation, and investor engagement capabilities.
• Regulatory Knowledge : Familiarity with investment fund regulations across key jurisdictions.

What's on Offer

• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment in Dubai.

Contact

Gitika Aggarwal

Quote job ref

JN-702