Systematic Futures Portfolio Manager

Direct message the job poster from Onyx Alpha Partners Systematic Futures Portfolio Manager - Newly Launched Pod Location: Dubai, UAE A globally recognized multi-strategy trading firm is seeking a Systematic Futures Portfolio Manager to join its rapidly growing Dubai office. This opportunity is tailored for a quant portfolio manager with a clearly differentiated approach to trading global futures markets offering the freedom and capital of a top-tier platform with the flexibility of a boutique structure. The Role This is a standalone PM mandate offering full autonomy to define your infrastructure, team setup, and strategic direction. You will run your own book, deploy capital across global listed futures, and leverage robust internal infrastructure for research, execution, and portfolio construction. Key Highlights: Strategy Freedom: Launch and manage a proprietary alpha modelacross global futures markets with full discretion over execution, team structure, and data usage. Platform with Flexibility: Access a deep pool of institutional capital and elite infrastructure without being constrained by a rigid fund platform model. Uncapped Growth Path: PMs who deliver consistent returns are given ample room to grow their risk, infrastructure, and headcount at a pace that fits their style. What We’re Looking For: A differentiated and proven strategy in systematic futures trading. Sharpe of 2.0+ and a verifiable Pn L of $20M+ annually over the past 2–3 years. Clear understanding of risk management, margin usage, and portfolio construction. Intellectual independence coupled with the ability to thrive in a resource-rich, non-hierarchical setup. Willingness to build in Dubai , full with relocation support. Statistical or machine learning-based futures models Term structure, seasonality, or roll yield-focused approaches Dislocation or funding-based alpha extraction Cross-asset futures or niche commodity expertise Compensation & Structure: Transparent, performance-tied payout Cash-based comp (non-deferred) Sign on bonus, first year guaranteed comp with all cash buyouts Technology and research support tailored to PM needs At Onyx Alpha Partners, we work with the world’s top systematic traders and portfolio managers to unlock unique, long-horizon opportunities. If you are looking to step into a mandate with serious capital, strategic freedom, and institutional backing—this could be the next chapter in your career. Seniority level Seniority level Director Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Finance Industries Financial Services, Capital Markets, and Investment Management Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Onyx Alpha Partners by 2x Private Bank - Investment Manager, Vice President or Director Investment Advisor/Portfolio Manager – based in Dubai Manager, Asset & Property - Administration Unit Manager – Treasury and Insurance - Dubai Holding Hospitality Assets Investment and Strategic Partnership Associate / Manager Senior Manager - Urban Planning - Dubai Holding Land Estates We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr