Executive Director, Financial & Investment Research

JOB SUMMARY

To provide investment research, financial analysis, and investment recommendations in support of First Abu Dhabi Global Private Bank and its clients. The role is responsible for conducting fundamental, macroeconomic, and market analysis across equity and fixed income markets, identifying investment opportunities and risks, supporting portfolio construction and investment recommendations, and contributing to investment committee discussions. The Executive Director will produce investment research and market insights to support informed investment decision-making, while maintaining a high standard of analytical rigor and investment governance.

The role operates within First Abu Dhabi Bank – Global Private Bank - Product and Services and supports delivery to Global Private Banking clients. The position plays a key role in maintaining the investment governance framework and contributes to the production of various investment research.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Investment Research & Analysis

• Conduct macroeconomic, market, sector, and company-specific research across equity and fixed income markets.
• Produce country reports and analysis on markets as requested.
• Analyse financial statements, earnings reports, valuation metrics, and industry trends and developments.
• Develop investment views and recommendations to support various investment strategies.
• Identify and communicate emerging investment risks and opportunities across covered markets and sectors.
• Monitor market developments, economic trends, and geopolitical events impacting investment opportunities.

Investment Committee Support

• Prepare investment research and supporting materials for various committees including investment committee meetings.
• Present investment views, market updates, and investment recommendations to relevant forums.
• Support the ongoing review of investment strategies.

Research Management

• Produce research reports, investment notes, market commentaries, and investment presentations.
• Maintain research documentation and supporting records in accordance with internal governance requirements.