Head of Fixed Income

Head of Fixed Income

Aventus Global Talent is seeking an experienced Head of Fixed Income to lead the fixed income investment strategy for a prominent Asset Manager in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time senior leadership role involves overseeing fixed income portfolios and developing investment strategies across a diversified portfolio of institutional and discretionary mandates.

Role Overview

The Head of Fixed Income will be responsible for identifying investment opportunities in regional and international markets, with a focus on Saudi Arabia, the GCC, and the wider MENA region. The role requires delivering strong risk-adjusted returns and contributing to the growth of the Asset Management platform's fixed income capabilities. This position is suitable for an investment professional with over 10 years of experience in fixed income markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of fixed income investment strategies across multi-asset funds, fixed income funds, and discretionary portfolios.
• Identify and evaluate investment opportunities in regional and global fixed income markets, particularly in Saudi Arabia and the GCC.
• Manage portfolio construction, asset allocation, duration, credit exposure, and overall investment risk.
• Generate investment ideas to maximize risk-adjusted returns against relevant benchmarks.
• Oversee trade execution with domestic and international counterparties, ensuring efficient cash management and reinvestment strategies.
• Ensure all investment activities comply with internal guidelines, client mandates, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct detailed credit analysis, issuer assessments, and investment evaluations.
• Monitor macroeconomic developments, interest rate movements, credit markets, and global economic trends.
• Collaborate with research teams to identify opportunities and manage portfolio risks.
• Prepare and present investment recommendations, credit proposals, and performance reports to senior management and investment committees.
• Develop and maintain relationships with financial institutions, banks, brokers, and institutional investors.
• Support business development initiatives, including client engagement and investment presentations.
• Provide strategic direction and leadership to the fixed income investment function.
• Mentor and develop junior investment professionals.
• Maintain robust investment governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance standards.
• Identify opportunities to enhance investment processes, analytical capabilities, and portfolio management systems.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in fixed income markets.
• Demonstrable track record managing fixed income portfolios and delivering consistent risk-adjusted investment performance.
• Strong understanding of regional and international fixed income markets, with specific expertise in Saudi Arabia and the GCC.
• Extensive knowledge of fixed income instruments, including government bonds, corporate bonds, sukuk, and other debt securities.
• Experience in credit analysis, portfolio construction, investment strategy, and risk management.
• Previous leadership or team management experience is highly desirable.

Application Process

Candidates meeting the above requirements are encouraged to apply. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.