Head of Product & Marketing

Dubai Permanent View Job Description
The role, reporting to the SEO will lead the firm's product expansion and marketing initiatives across Dubai and Riyadh. This high-impact role will be instrumental in shaping the organisation's product strategy, growing the AUM and enhancing brand visibility.
  • 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-072025-6800702

Job summary

Sector
Banking & Financial Services
Subsector
Portfolio / Fund / Asset Manager
Industry
Financial Services
Location
Dubai
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Gitika Aggarwal
Job reference
JN-072025-6800702