Section Head Fixed Income

About the Role

Doha Bank is hiring a seasoned Section Head for Fixed Income to direct the strategy and performance of its fixed income portfolio. This is a senior leadership position with end-to-end accountability for building and executing long-term investment plans, shaping asset allocation, guiding portfolio construction, and continuously reviewing performance.

The role also involves spotting market opportunities, performing thorough due diligence, encouraging cross-business synergies with associates and subsidiaries, and leading a capable team with a strong focus on execution quality and governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Help design and implement investment strategies, annual business plans, and related policies.
• Supervise portfolio activities such as asset allocation, bond trading, hedging, and repo/reverse repo transactions to support liquidity objectives.
• Study global fixed income markets, track key developments, and share actionable insights with ALCO and senior leadership.
• Control credit exposure, shape hedging approaches, and ensure the work remains aligned with regulatory obligations.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with internal teams as well as external counterparties, including banks and financial institutions.
• Lead the team in carrying out transactions, preparing reports, and analyzing the portfolio efficiently and with integrity.

Eligibility Criteria

• A university-level qualification in Finance, Economics, Banking, or a closely related field is required.
• At least 15 years of experience in financial services or banking, including substantial exposure to fixed income portfolio management.
• Deep understanding of fixed income instruments, portfolio risk-return assessment, and mitigation techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to structure, negotiate, and monitor fixed income transactions.
• CFA or an equivalent professional qualification is considered a strong advantage.