SVP, Financial Risk Solutions

About Us:

Mubadala is a leading global and responsible investor with $385 billion AUM, five global offices and business investments in 50+ countries. While creating sustainable financial returns, we deliver impact and help find solutions to the world’s biggest challenges.

As a business, we aim to double the size of our portfolio over the next decade. To achieve this, we are seeking talent with corporate experience that can contribute to the organization’s success across local and global offices, including London, Beijing and New York.

Join a team that is at the heart of change and be part of Abu Dhabi’s economic diversification and investment opportunities globally in partnership with some of the world’s largest financial institutions.

Find out more about how you can add value to our business.

What you will do:

Job Purpose:

• To generate actionable investment ideas and develop independent market views across financial risks such as FX, rates and commodities, translating these into investment recommendations, portfolio and hedging strategies, and structured financial solutions that support Mubadala’s investment, funding and risk objectives.
  
  

Markets Strategy & Financial Solutions

• Develop independent market views and generate actionable investment ideas across macroeconomic themes and financial risks such as FX, rates, commodities and equities, supported by fundamental analysis, quantitative tools and scenario analysis.
• Assess macroeconomic, geopolitical and financial market developments to identify risks and opportunities for Mubadala’s investment portfolios, balance sheet and funding activities.
• Translate market views into portfolio recommendations and investment strategies, supported by a clear investment thesis, risk-reward assessment and proposed implementation approach.
• Develop hedging strategies and advise on hedge timing, instruments and implementation as market conditions and financial exposures evolve.
• Recommend and structure financial solutions, including derivatives such as forwards, swaps and options, in line with Mubadala’s investment objectives, risk appetite and Treasury policies.
• Develop and enhance analytical frameworks, quantitative tools and risk analytics to support investment idea generation, portfolio recommendations and financial risk management.
• Translate Mubadala’s portfolio and balance-sheet exposures into implementable investment and hedging strategies, including systematic and tactical approaches to managing tail risks.
• Communicate market views, investment ideas and strategic recommendations to Treasury leadership, investment teams and business units, clearly articulating the underlying thesis, key risks and expected outcomes.
  
  

Transaction Structuring & Execution

• Develop implementation strategies for approved investment ideas, portfolio recommendations and financial risk solutions.
• Recommend appropriate instruments, timing and execution approaches, taking account of market conditions, liquidity, pricing and execution risk.
• Structure financial market transactions and support or undertake execution where required, in accordance with delegated authorities and governance requirements.
• Maintain relationships with banking counterparties and external market participants to support market access, price discovery and effective implementation.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of transaction implementation, operational processes and controls.
  
  

Financial Risk Solutions Strategy & Governance

• Contribute to the development and execution of the Financial Risk Solutions strategy in line with Mubadala’s business objectives, risk appetite and Treasury & Investor Relations priorities.
• Support the continued development of the Financial Risk Solutions and Markets Strategy capabilities, translating strategic objectives into clear priorities, implementation plans and measurable outcomes.
• Develop and enhance policies, frameworks, methodologies and analytical tools supporting the identification, assessment and management of financial market risks and investment opportunities.
• Drive the continuous improvement of Financial Risk Solutions systems, processes and practices, drawing on relevant institutional and market-leading practices to enhance effectiveness and operational efficiency.
• Ensure activities are conducted in accordance with approved policies, governance standards, delegated authorities and operating procedures.
  
  

Stakeholder Leadership & Capability Development

• Establish trusted relationships with Treasury leadership, investment teams and business units, providing independent market perspectives, actionable investment ideas and tailored financial solutions.
• Act as a strategic markets adviser, translating market developments into clear portfolio, funding and financial risk recommendations and business implications.
• Develop an in-depth understanding of Mubadala’s businesses, investment strategies, portfolios and funding requirements to identify relevant opportunities and deliver tailored recommendations and solutions.
• Support the Director of LPMS in executing the Financial Risk Solutions strategy and further developing the team’s Markets Strategy capability.
• Provide thought leadership and subject matter expertise across financial markets, investment strategy and financial risk management.
• Strengthen the team’s market analysis, investment idea generation, structuring and technical capabilities.
• Lead and supervise assigned team members, ensuring work is delivered to the required quality and in accordance with approved policies and procedures.
• Coach and mentor team members, sharing market and technical expertise and supporting the development of UAE Nationals.
  
  

Reporting

• Prepare concise market views, investment proposals and strategic recommendations for Treasury leadership, investment teams and senior management, clearly articulating the underlying thesis, expected outcomes, key risks and proposed implementation approach.
• Prepare functional reports in accordance with Mubadala’s reporting requirements, policies and governance standards.
  
  

What will you bring:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering or another numerate discipline from a recognised university.
• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration or a related discipline is preferred.
• Professional qualifications such as CFA, ACT, FRM or equivalent are preferred.
  
  

Experience:

• 16-18 years of relevant experience within a leading financial institution, sovereign wealth fund, asset manager or multinational organisation.
• Experience in cross-asset strategy, investment solutions or derivatives structuring within a leading investment bank, asset manager, sovereign investor or other institutional investment organisation.
• Experience developing portfolio hedging and tail-risk strategies within an asset manager, sovereign investor, pension fund or other institutional investment environment.
• Demonstrated experience generating actionable investment ideas and developing independent market views across global financial markets, including areas such as FX, rates, commodities and equities.
• Proven ability to translate market views into portfolio, investment, funding and hedging recommendations, supported by clear investment rationale and risk-reward assessment.
• Experience identifying and evaluating directional, relative-value and cross-market opportunities across financial markets.
• Experience structuring financial solutions and implementing transactions using instruments such as forwards, swaps, options and other derivatives, with the ability to transact where required.
• Experience advising senior management and key stakeholders and communicating complex market views and recommendations in a clear, commercially relevant manner.
• Experience using fundamental analysis, quantitative tools and scenario analysis to support investment idea generation and strategic decision-making.
  
  

Knowledge:

• Deep expertise in listed and OTC derivatives across rates, FX, commodities and equities, including their valuation, structuring, implementation and application within investment and hedging strategies.
• Strong understanding of investment idea generation, portfolio positioning and risk-reward assessment.
• Strong understanding of financial instruments, including derivatives, their valuation, structuring and practical application.
• Strong analytical capabilities, including the ability to combine fundamental analysis, quantitative tools and scenario analysis with sound investment judgment.
• In-depth understanding of financial risk management principles and their application to investment portfolios, funding activities and balance-sheet management.
• Knowledge of Treasury, capital markets and institutional investment practices.
• Understanding of Mubadala’s businesses, investment activities and strategic objectives, with the ability to identify relevant market opportunities and translate them into practical recommendations and financial solutions.
  
  

What we offer:

A superior platform to grow your career including:

• A role that has social and financial impact.
• Great working environment with talented and like-minded colleagues.
• Market leading pay and benefits including performance pay.
• Hybrid working and wellness benefits to help you live your best work and private life.
• Opportunity to grow and develop through learning and experience.
• Excellent work culture enabled by our values of Accountability, Inspiration, Integrity & Partnership.
  
  

Key Indicators:

• Location: Abu Dhabi
• Flexible Working: Remote working up to 5 days a month