Job description
Fund Manager
• Emerging Companies, SME IPO & Pre-IPO India OR UAE We are currently working with a leading independent investment firm is looking to appoint an experienced Fund Manager to join its Asset Management platform.
The role will focus on India-focused SME, pre-IPO, IPO anchor and emerging-company investments, with responsibility across the full investment lifecycle, from sourcing and underwriting through to portfolio construction, trading and exits The successful candidate will be based in India working remotely, or have the option to relocate to the UAE.
Key responsibilities
Originate proprietary SME, pre-IPO, IPO anchor and listed small-cap opportunitiesBuild and maintain strong relationships with merchant bankers, investment banks, brokers and company promotersLead fundamental research, financial modelling, valuation and investment due diligenceEvaluate governance, promoter quality, financial quality and transaction structuresNegotiate valuations, al
locations and transaction termsMake Investment Committee recommendations and manage high-conviction portfoliosActively manage post-listing positions and exit decisionsContribute to investor communications and portfolio reportingMentor junior investment professionals Ideal profile:15–20+ years' relevant investment experienceStrong background in Indian public equities, investment banking, merchant banking, PMS/AIF/fund management, pre-IPO investing or institutional brokingDemonstrable experience across SME IPOs, Mainboard IPOs, pre-IPO transactions or emerging-company investmentsEstablished network across merchant bankers, investment banks, brokers and promotersStrong financial modelling, valuation and accounting expertiseCommercially minded with the ability to negotiate directly with bankers and promotersComfortable making investment decisions under tight IPO timelinesStrong understanding of governance and downside risk
