Portfolio Manager – Director, ADGM, VARA

Animoca Brands

. Execute the Investment Committee-approved investment strategy across quantitative fund-of-funds, DeFi yield and real-world asset strategies .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeDubai • United Arab EmiratesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in portfolio management and trading, with a strong understanding of DeFi protocols and quantitative strategies. Capable of overseeing fund operations, risk management, and compliance within a regulated environment.

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Portfolio ManagementDeFi ProtocolsQuantitative StrategiesRisk ManagementFund Operations

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Hard Skills

Discretionary Portfolio ManagementProprietary TradingNAV CalculationInstitutional Digital Asset CustodyEthereum Smart ContractsQuant StrategiesFund Administration WorkflowsOn-Chain/Off-Chain ReconciliationRisk ControlsCapital Deployment

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationProactive Risk IdentificationTeam CollaborationIntegrityAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

DeFi WalletsTransaction Execution PlatformsPolicy Engine WhitelistsBlock ExplorersExchange Accounts

Certifications & Qualifications

CFACAIAFRM

Industry Keywords

ADGMVARAFit and Proper StandardsRegulatory FrameworkDigital Asset Fund Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute the Investment Committee-approved investment strategy across quantitative fund-of-funds, DeFi yield and real-world asset strategies
Allocate to quantitative managers and manage onboarding, capital deployment, rebalancing and withdrawals
Deploy capital into whitelisted DeFi protocols and manage position sizing and risk controls
Oversee fiat and stablecoin on- and off-ramps, transfers to DeFi wallets and exchange accounts, and redemption payouts
Operate the institutional virtual asset custodian, including transaction execution, policy engine whitelists and wallet architecture
Approve outgoing wire and stablecoin transfer instructions for redemptions with the fund administrator
Coordinate subscriptions, redemptions, NAV position data, and daily on-chain/off-chain reconciliation with the fund administrator
Serve as director for the ADGM entity and act as ADGM portfolio manager
Work with Compliance, MLRO, Risk and Finance Officers on the control framework and support audits
Potentially serve as director for the VARA entity and VARA Responsible Individual
Monitor fund-level risk limits, protocol diversification, venue exposure caps, leverage constraints and drawdown triggers
Monitor smart contract, oracle, governance and exchange-counterparty risks
Report performance, risk metrics and operational matters to the Investment Committee
Support annual audits with investment records, trade logs and rebalancing documentation

Requirements

What you’ll need

UAE resident, or willing to relocate to the UAE (preferably in Abu Dhabi) on a full-time basis
Able to satisfy the Fit and Proper standards of both regimes, including relevant academic or professional qualifications, adequate virtual asset and management experience, honesty, reputation and integrity, and a sound understanding of the applicable regulatory framework
Eligible for VARA and FSRA approval
Prior experience as a regulated approved person or licensed individual is a strong advantage
8–10 years in portfolio management, trading or fund operations, including managerial or supervisory experience relevant to the Portfolio Manager function
Depth in discretionary portfolio management or proprietary trading at a bank, asset manager or hedge fund, digital asset fund management, or institutional fund operations
Understanding of crypto quant strategies: delta-neutral, basis, carry and perpetual futures
Understanding of DeFi protocols and mechanics: lending, staking, liquidity provisioning and yield strategies
Familiarity with Ethereum smart contracts, ERC-20 standards, and reading and verifying transactions on block explorers
Experience with institutional digital asset custody, NAV calculation, and fund administration workflows
Experience in ADGM and/or VARA-licensed entities
Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, computer science, engineering or a related field
CFA, CAIA or FRM is an advantage
Proactive risk identification and escalation
Clear, concise communication with boards, regulators and service providers
Comfort operating in a build-stage environment where processes are still being established

Benefits

Comp & perks

Incentives in the Web3 space
Opportunities to collaborate with subsidiary brands across the Animoca Brands network
Comprehensive benefits package
Medical allowance
Life allowance
Transportation allowance
Vibrant, diverse, multi-cultural workplace
Flat organizational structure with direct impact
Comfortable and creative work environment
Casual attire