Portfolio Manager - Emerging Markets - London or Dubai

Position Overview:

Delta Executive Search is partnering with a leading global hedge fund seeking a seasoned and strategic Emerging Markets Portfolio Manager. The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of EM economies, asset markets, and policy dynamics, and will demonstrate the ability to generate alpha through thoughtful top-down positioning across EM rates, FX, credit. This role offers the opportunity to join a high-performing team with a global platform and substantial capital backing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of macro-based investment strategies across emerging market countries and regions.
• Actively monitor EM macroeconomic indicators, central bank policy, political developments, and capital flow dynamics to identify actionable investment opportunities.
• Construct and manage portfolios across EM fixed income, FX, local/sovereign debt, and related derivative products, with a strong focus on risk-adjusted returns.
• Maintain a high level of responsiveness to macro shifts, liquidity events, and geopolitical risks specific to EM economies.
• Engage in cross-team collaboration with other macro and regional specialists to align views and share insights across the firm.
• Ensure adherence to robust risk management protocols, position sizing, and drawdown limits, particularly in high-volatility environments.

Requirements:

• Proven track record as a Portfolio Manager or Senior Analyst within an EM macro strategy, with P&L accountability and strong track over multiple cycles.
• Expertise in EM economic fundamentals, balance of payments, central bank frameworks, and policy transmission mechanisms.
• Strong grasp of EM-specific risks including liquidity, political instability, currency controls, and capital flight risks.
• Skilled in modeling country-level macro scenarios and translating insights into portfolio-level positioning.
• Bachelor\’s or advanced degree in Economics, Finance, International Relations, or a related field from a top-tier institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of direct experience managing or advising on EM macro portfolios, in either a discretionary or systematic context.