Company Info
Large organization
200 + Employees
Rapid Global Growth is a global leader in driving growth and digital innovation for e-commerce and tech enterprises. Our expertise in propelling businesses like Puffy Mattress to market dominance is unmatched.
Rapid Global Growth is a global leader in driving growth and digital innovation for e-commerce and tech enterprises. Our expertise in propelling businesses like Puffy Mattress to market dominance is unmatched. We are dedicated to transforming ambitious business visions into profitable realities through strategic growth initiatives.
Job Title: Deputy Chief Investment Officer (CIO)
Location: Dubai
About the job
- Are you ready to push the boundaries of innovation while accelerating your career at breakneck speed?
- Join Rapid Global Growth (RGG), a dynamic international group, at our Dubai headquarters. As the technology and operations powerhouse behind Puffy – a Top 5 US mattress brand and one of North America’s fastest-growing D2C companies – RGG drives innovation in global businesses. Since our launch in 2016, we’ve supported its remarkable 100% YoY growth, earning recognition from Forbes, Entrepreneur.com, and TechCompanyNews.
- We are seeking an exceptional Deputy CIO to join our team in Dubai. In this role, reporting to the CIO and CEO, you will architect sophisticated investment strategies that drive multi-million dollar portfolio growth across diverse asset classes. This is a unique opportunity to shape high-impact capital allocation decisions within a rapidly expanding global organization.
Why This Role Will Transform Your Career
Own a High-Scale Impact
- Direct strategic oversight of investment decisions impacting significant capital allocations across global markets.
Collaborate with the Top 1%
- Work directly with our Forbes Council Member CEO, gaining rare executive mentorship and a front-row seat to elite-level thought leadership.
- Join a high-performance environment alongside the top 1% of global talent who delivered success across industries.
Experience Tax-Free Prosperity & World-Class Lifestyle
- Competitive salary range of AED 50,000 – 70,000/month based on experience and qualifications, with opportunity for up to 10% performance bonus, all tax-free. This transparent range represents our full compensation spectrum, with specific offers determined by relevant experience and demonstrated expertise.
- Enjoy full relocation support: flights, visa sponsorship, and two weeks of hotel accommodation on arrival.
- Thrive in our modern Dubai Internet City headquarters, complete with organic snacks, curated wellness programs, and a vibrant international team of 16+ nationalities.
Innovate with the most advanced Tools & Tech stack
- Leverage Bloomberg, Barra/Axioma, and proprietary quantitative models to drive sophisticated investment decisions.
- Utilize advanced Python-based analytics frameworks and cutting-edge financial modeling tools.
Accelerate Your Growth Trajectory
- Fast-track your path to leadership: our headcount has grown over 60% in the last 3 years, creating numerous advancement opportunities.
- Access a robust learning budget, fueling continuous skill expansion.
What You’ll Achieve
- Architect Strategic Investments: Lead the development of sophisticated hedge fund portfolio strategies across multiple asset classes that drive exceptional returns.
- Design Risk Management Excellence: Develop and implement comprehensive risk frameworks that ensure robust oversight while optimizing portfolio performance.
- Lead Quantitative Innovation: Spearhead research initiatives that enhance our risk models across equities, credit, and options markets.
- Drive Investment Policy Formation: Partner with the CIO to formulate strategic investment approaches that balance growth objectives with appropriate risk parameters.
- Deliver Critical Market Intelligence: Generate sophisticated risk analytics and performance insights that inform executive decision-making.
- Cultivate Investment Talent: Mentor team members while fostering a culture of analytical excellence and innovative investment thinking.
Ideal Profile
- 10+ years of proven investment management experience with significant exposure to hedge fund operations and selection, preferably within family office environments.
- Advanced degree (Masters or PhD) from a top-tier institution in Finance, Mathematics, Physics, or related quantitative field.
- Exceptional quantitative capabilities with advanced Excel skills and strong programming proficiency in Python for complex financial modeling.
- Demonstrated expertise in multi-asset class portfolio management, with particular focus on equities, credit, and options.
- Proven track record developing sophisticated risk management frameworks that perform successfully even in volatile market conditions.
- Deep understanding of financial markets, including derivatives and complex financial instruments.
- Strong leadership abilities with excellent communication skills for engaging effectively with senior stakeholders.
Good-to-Have Skills
- Additional professional certifications such as CFA, FRM, or equivalent.
- Experience with emerging markets and related investment strategies.
- Knowledge of regulatory frameworks across multiple jurisdictions.
- Advanced programming skills in Java or C# to complement Python expertise.
Compensation & Perks
- Industry-leading salary plus performance bonus, all tax-free.
- Full Relocation Coverage: Flights, visa sponsorship, plus two weeks of hotel upon arrival in Dubai.
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive international medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus a wellness-focused campus stocked with healthy snacks and beverages.
- Elite Peer Group: Collaborate daily with the top talents at RGG—our environment fosters continuous growth and learning.
- Career Fast-Track: Clear pathways to high impact and leadership roles, backed by a devoted mentorship framework and an annual professional development budget.
- Global Growth & Recognition: Be part of a company recognized by Forbes, featured in Entrepreneur.com, and achieve unstoppable momentum in e-commerce.
Deadline: Ongoing
How to Apply: Interested applicants should Click Here to apply online.
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