Associate - Credit Researcher
- Abu Dhabi
- Permanent
- Full-time
Client: Leading Global Alternative Investment Manager
Experience Level: Associate (3-5 years)We are working with a prestigious global alternative investment firm to identify a Credit-Focused Associate Researcher for their Abu Dhabi office. This role sits at the intersection of bottom-up credit analysis and top-down macroeconomic strategy, supporting both deal evaluation and long-term asset allocation decisions.The OpportunityYou will be part of the Research and Asset Allocation team, contributing to investment decisions across the credit platform. You'll play a key role in level-setting each potential deal, ensuring that risk factors - including default risk, FX risk, and macroeconomic variables - are properly analyzed and contextualized within the firm's broader allocation strategy.What You'll Do:Conduct bottom-up credit research with an emphasis on balance sheet and income statement analysisEvaluate regional macroeconomic conditions and their implications for credit quality and portfolio strategyAssist in shaping the asset allocation framework, with a focus on long-term return cycles and timingProvide well-reasoned input on deal-level risks, including default probability, FX volatility, and income exposureWork closely with senior members of the investment and strategy teams to generate insights that inform capital deploymentTrack and forecast economic drivers and sovereign/regional risks relevant to portfolio constructionIdeal Background:3-5 years of experience in credit research, investment banking, asset management, or a strategic finance functionStrong understanding of financial statement analysis, particularly within credit-intensive sectorsFamiliarity with macro frameworks and how they interact with credit and portfolio constructionExposure to deal evaluation, due diligence, or similar high-stakes investment processesSolid understanding of what drives default risk, FX sensitivity, and long-horizon income variabilityAbility to synthesize bottom-up insights into top-down allocation recommendationsA commercial and structured thinker with excellent communication skillsBachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field; CFA or progress toward it is a plusWhy Apply?Join a globally respected alternatives manager with a growing presence in the Middle EastContribute to a team that integrates macro thinking with fundamental credit researchGain exposure to deal-making, asset allocation, and long-term strategyBased in Dubai, a dynamic and fast-growing investment hubWork alongside seasoned professionals in a collaborative and high-performance cultureTo apply please send your CV to