Ali Alshamsi
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented LP Private Equity Analyst with extensive experience in fund analysis, manager due diligence, and portfolio management. Proven track record in supporting strategic investment decisions by conducting rigorous analysis, market research, and risk assessment for diverse private equity funds. Successfully closed 6 investment committee-approved commitments, contributing $1.4B to portfolio growth. Skilled in identifying high-potential opportunities, evaluating fund manager performance, and providing data-driven insights to stakeholders. Adept at maintaining strong relationships with fund managers and leveraging market intelligence to optimize portfolio allocation and returns.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2019
2019
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Private equity analyst
Abu Dhabi Investment Council
02.2021 - Current
- Successful closed 6 investment committee-approved fund commitments totaling $1.4B, supporting portfolio growth and meeting targeted investment objectives.
- Conducted detailed analysis on private equity funds, evaluating track records, historical returns, and risk adjusted performance to support fund selection decisions.
- performed thorough due diligence on fund managers, assessing investment strategies, alignment of interest and operational infrastructure.
- researched target industries, assessed market trends, and analyzed competitive landscape to identify potential investment opportunities and risks.
Internship
ETIHAD AIRWAYS
06.2016 - 07.2016
- Rotated through various finance departments such as, sales, treasury, accounting, taxation, and hedging
- Oversee 'Outstations' investment portfolio and analyzed the firm corporate strategy
- Produced an external and internal analysis of the firm and discussed it with the CFO
- Attended group manager event, which lead to a better understanding to a manager role
- Simulated an Airbus A-380, and observed pilot procedure for take-off and landing
- Operated with HR and recruited new employees
- Worked with all different types of accounting: A/R (Entries for more than 100 building), A/P, Fixed assets and G/L
- Analyzed and produced price comparison on hotel room of executive worldwide companies in the region, to have the right business strategy and setting a competitive price
Internship
INTERNATIONAL CAPITAL TRADING (ICT)
10.2015 - 12.2015
- Operated with HR and recruited new employees
- Worked with all different types of accounting: A/R (Entries for
more than 100 building), A/P, Fixed assets and G/L - Analyzed and produced price comparison on hotel room of
executive worldwide companies in the region, to have the right
business strategy and setting a competitive price
National Service
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Completed national service
Education
Bachelor of Since - Finance
AMERICAN UNIVERSITY, KOGOD SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
WASHINGTON, DC 01.2016 - 05.2020
High School -
AL ITTIHAD HIGH SCHOOL
/2012 - 05.2014
Skills
- Oracle accounting software
- Microsoft Office
Additional Information
GPA: 3.48
Custom
88%
Languages
Arabic
Native
English
Fluent
Timeline
Private equity analyst
Abu Dhabi Investment Council
02.2021 - Current
Internship
ETIHAD AIRWAYS
06.2016 - 07.2016
Bachelor of Since - Finance
AMERICAN UNIVERSITY, KOGOD SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
01.2016 - 05.2020
Internship
INTERNATIONAL CAPITAL TRADING (ICT)
10.2015 - 12.2015
National Service
01.2014 - 01.2015
High School -
AL ITTIHAD HIGH SCHOOL
/2012 - 05.2014
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