Investment Operations Manager
Posted 22 Apr 2026
Advertised as “Investment Operations Manager - UAEN Role”
BranchFactor Summary
The original posting with the fluff stripped out
- Expected experience
- 7–10 yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Contract
- Full-time
No salary listed for this role.
Field of studyAccounting, Economics, Finance (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
CertificationsCfa, CISI, Certified Public Accountant, FRM
Purpose
- The Investment Operations Manager is responsible for managing key components of the investment operations function, ensuring effective execution, strong risk controls, and operational efficiency across the full investment lifecycle across assets.
- The role oversees operational processes, supports governance, manages complex workflows, and contributes to processing efficiency and transformation initiatives aligned with EIA’s operating model.
Strategic Responsibilities
- Support the implementation of the Investment Operations strategy and operating model.
- Drive process standardization, efficiency, and control enhancements.
- Contribute to digital transformation, automation, and system improvements.
Core Responsibilities
1. Operations Oversight & Execution
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Oversee and manage the end-to-end investment operations lifecycle, including:
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Trade capture and validation
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Trade confirmation and matching
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Clearing and settlement (DVP/RVP, FOP, CCP-cleared)
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Cash and position reconciliations (custodian vs internal records)
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Corporate actions processing (mandatory and voluntary events)
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Investment data management and reporting
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Maintain a strong working knowledge of financial products, including:
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Public markets instruments: equities (listed and OTC), fixed income (government, corporate, structured notes), ETFs
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Derivatives: futures, options, swaps (IRS, CDS), FX derivatives (forwards, swaps), margining and collateral management
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Private markets: private equity, infrastructure, real estate funds (capital calls, distributions, NAV tracking)
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Loans and credit instruments: syndicated loans, bilateral lending, loan servicing and interest calculations
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Cash & liquidity instruments: money market instruments, deposits, treasury operations
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Demonstrate deep understanding of the trade lifecycle, including:
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Order execution and trade booking
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Allocation and confirmation
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Clearing via central counterparties (CCPs) or bilateral arrangements
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Settlement flows across custodians and payment systems
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Post-settlement activities including reconciliations and reporting