Portfolio Manager

Job Title: Portfolio Manager

Term: 12 months

Location: Dubai UAE

Relevant experience: 12 years in card portfolio management or a related field.

Mandatory requirements:

• Knowledge of the cards market industry trends and regulatory environment.
• Proficiency in data analysis and portfolio management tools Excel and Tableau.

PURPOSE OF JOB

Building and managing lifecycle management program for Client to increase card activeness spend per active card achieve lower inactivation and product attrition by leveraging advanced analytics and marketing

TASKS

Core Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Develop and implement strategies to optimize the cards portfolio performance including pricing promotions and product enhancements.
• Lead and mentor the cards portfolio management team fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Analyze market trends customer behavior and competitive landscape to identify growth opportunities and potential risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including marketing IT and customer service to enhance product offerings and customer experience.
• Monitor and report on portfolio performance providing insights and recommendations to senior management to drive strategic decisions.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and internal policies maintaining high standards of governance and risk management

Knowledge and Experience

• 12 years of experience in cards portfolio management or a related field with a proven track record of driving business growth and achieving targets.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Experience in developing and launching new card products including credit debit and prepaid cards.
• Strong understanding of financial metrics and performance indicators including Net Interest Margin (NIM) Fee Income Charge-off Rates Delinquency Rates Average Spend per Card Activation Rates and Customer Retention Rates
• Familiarity with card management systems (CMS) and payment processing platforms.
• Knowledge of fraud detection and prevention tools as well as risk management systems.
• Understanding of regulatory compliance requirements in the UAE

Mandatory Skills**

• In-depth knowledge of the cards market industry trends and regulatory environment.
• Proficiency in data analysis and portfolio management tools Excel and Tableau.