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Boutique Recruitment · Dubai & MENA

We challenge the usual to deliver the exceptional.

MENA's boutique talent partner · connecting ambitious organisations with the people who move them forward. Permanent hiring across 7 industries. 3 candidate submissions per hire.

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Years experience
across MENA
3
Candidate submissions
per hire · precision over volume
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Fill rate · successfully delivering
on the vast majority of mandates
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Industries served
across MENA
About Us

Boutique recruitment,
personal and high-impact.

At Rycruit & Co., we're a boutique recruitment agency in Dubai committed to delivering high-impact, highly personal hiring solutions across MENA.

We are small by design · working closely with a select group of clients, delivering permanent hiring solutions built on care, clarity, and integrity.

The best growth stories start with the right people. We're here to help you find them.

10+ Years
MENA experience
Our Full Story
Fast Delivery

Quality shortlists in 3 candidate submissions per hire.

Precision Match

Culture fit, not just skills match.

Lasting Trust

Partnerships built beyond placement.

Diverse Pipelines

Inclusive hiring from first contact.

Our Expertise

Specialist recruitment across 6 practice areas.

Deep sector knowledge, targeted search, and a network built over a decade · hover on any area to learn more.

01

Investment Banking

Specialist recruitment solutions for investment banks, advisory firms, and capital markets institutions.
We support investment banks, corporate finance boutiques, and capital markets firms in securing exceptional talent across front-office, middle-office, and leadership functions. Our expertise spans M&A, ECM, DCM, leveraged finance, restructuring, equity research, sales & trading, and private capital markets.
02

Private Equity & Venture Capital

Strategic hiring solutions for private equity, venture capital, and alternative investment firms.
We partner with private equity funds, venture capital firms, family offices, and investment platforms to attract high-caliber investment and operating professionals. From investment analysts to portfolio operations leaders and senior executives, we understand the unique blend of analytical rigour and deal experience required.
03

FinTech & Digital Financial Services

Talent acquisition for fast-growing fintechs and digital-first financial institutions.
We help fintech companies secure the talent needed to scale and innovate. Our expertise covers digital payments, embedded finance, wealthtech, insurtech, lending platforms, digital banking, and financial infrastructure. We recruit across commercial, operational, product, technology, and leadership functions.
04

Technology Leadership & Engineering

Executive and specialist hiring across software, engineering, and digital transformation.
We help organizations identify and attract technology professionals who shape business growth through innovation. From CTOs and Engineering Directors to Software Engineers, Product Managers, and Solution Architects · we understand the technical expertise and leadership qualities required to succeed in today's digital economy.
05

Artificial Intelligence & Data

Specialist recruitment across AI, machine learning, analytics, and data science.
We support businesses in hiring Data Scientists, AI Engineers, Machine Learning Specialists, Data Engineers, Analytics Leaders, and Chief Data Officers. By understanding both the technical and commercial aspects of these roles, we help clients secure talent capable of turning complex data into actionable business insights.
06

Financial Technology Leadership

Expertise in hiring professionals at the intersection of finance, technology, and innovation.
We specialise in recruiting professionals who bridge the gap between financial services and technology. Our network includes leaders in product development, digital transformation, financial systems, risk technology, trading platforms, payments infrastructure, and regulatory technology.
Why Rycruit & Co.

We go beyond
filling roles.

We act as strategic talent partners · not volume recruiters. Every introduction is intentional. Every shortlist reflects real thought, not just a keyword search.

Our success is built on trust, not volume. We listen more than we speak.

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Strategic Partners

We understand your culture, goals, and what a great hire actually looks like for your specific team · not just what's on the job spec.

3 Submissions Per Hire

High-quality shortlists within 24 to 48 hours · fast because we're always prepared, never because we're cutting corners.

Diversity by Design

We actively build inclusive pipelines · strengthening your hiring from the very first touchpoint, not as a checkbox but as a practice.

Honest & Selective

We only present candidates we genuinely believe in. No volume-padding, no box-ticking · every shortlist reflects depth of thought.

Our Promise

Move fast. Never compromise.
Build something lasting.

We build lasting partnerships founded on trust, transparency, and performance · going beyond simply filling roles. We champion diversity and lead with honesty in everything we do.

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How We Work

Recruitment built
on trust.

We take the time to understand what a role truly needs, what a team really values, and how a person might grow into both. We listen more than we talk, and we move with care · not just speed.

"Setting the benchmark means staying honest, being selective, and holding ourselves to a higher standard every time."

Step One

Understand

We take time to understand the role, team values, and how a person might genuinely grow into both.

Step Two

Search

Targeted, selective search across our network · filtering for fit and potential, not just credentials.

Step Three

Shortlist

Just 3 precision-selected candidates per role · each one thoroughly vetted, with full context and no noise.

Step Four

Partner

We stay engaged through offer, onboarding and beyond · placement is the start, not the end.

Our Approach

Diversity & inclusion
by design.

Most businesses recognise they can do more to advance diversity and inclusion. As an extension of your team, we support you in building a more inclusive culture by strengthening hiring practices from the first touchpoint.

A diverse pipeline isn't just the right thing to do · it's the competitive advantage forward-thinking organisations across MENA demand from their recruitment partners.

Work With Us
Live Roles

Current opportunities across MENA.

We partner with leading organisations to place skilled professionals in permanent roles. Hover on any role to see full details.

Finance · M&A
UAE, Saudi Arabia

Director · Mergers & Acquisitions

Leads M&A transactions from origination through execution across complex strategic mandates.
  • 10–15+ years of M&A or investment banking experience
  • Proven track record leading complex transactions
  • Strong origination and client management capabilities
  • MBA, CFA, or equivalent preferred
Apply Now
Wealth Management
Dubai

Senior Relationship Manager · EAM

Acquires and grows relationships with HNW and UHNW clients delivering tailored wealth management solutions.
  • 7–15 years in Private Banking, Wealth Management, or EAM
  • Proven track record managing HNW/UHNW clients
  • Existing client network highly desirable
  • CFA, CISI, or equivalent preferred
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Family Office
UAE, Saudi Arabia

Family Office Investment Manager

Manages diversified portfolios for family offices, focusing on wealth preservation and strategic asset allocation.
  • 5–10 years of investment management experience
  • Experience across public and private markets
  • Strong portfolio construction expertise
  • CFA, CAIA, or MBA preferred
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Investment Management
UAE, Saudi Arabia

Portfolio Manager

Manages investment portfolios across multiple asset classes delivering risk-adjusted returns aligned with client objectives.
  • 7–15 years of investment management experience
  • Strong asset allocation and risk management expertise
  • Experience across equities, fixed income, and alternatives
  • CFA strongly preferred
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Investor Relations
UAE, Saudi Arabia

Investor Relations Manager

Primary liaison between investment firms and institutional investors, supporting fundraising and stakeholder engagement.
  • 5–10 years of investor relations or fundraising experience
  • Strong understanding of institutional investors
  • Experience supporting capital raising activities
  • Excellent presentation and communication skills
Apply Now
Wealth Management
Dubai

Investment Advisor · EAM

Provides strategic investment advice and portfolio recommendations to HNW and UHNW clients.
  • 5–10 years of investment advisory experience
  • Strong portfolio construction knowledge
  • Understanding of global financial markets
  • CFA, CAIA, or CISI preferred
Apply Now
Private Equity
UAE, Saudi Arabia

Private Equity Associate

Supports investment sourcing, evaluation, execution and portfolio management within PE transactions.
  • 2–5 years of PE, Investment Banking, or Consulting
  • Advanced financial modeling capabilities
  • Strong analytical and commercial acumen
  • CFA or MBA preferred
Apply Now
M&A
UAE, Saudi Arabia

M&A Associate

Supports mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and strategic advisory transactions from analysis through execution.
  • 3–6 years of M&A, Corporate Finance, or IB experience
  • Strong financial modeling and valuation skills
  • Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
  • Strong analytical capabilities
Apply Now
Capital Markets
UAE, Saudi Arabia

ECM Associate

Supports equity fundraising transactions including IPOs, rights issues, follow-on offerings and private placements.
  • 2–5 years of ECM or investment banking experience
  • Knowledge of GCC and international equity markets
  • Financial modeling and valuation expertise
  • Strong analytical and communication skills
Apply Now
Capital Markets
UAE, Saudi Arabia

Capital Markets Associate

Supports debt and equity capital raising including IPOs, sukuk issuances, bond offerings and private placements.
  • 2–5 years of capital markets or IB experience
  • Understanding of ECM and DCM products
  • Strong financial modeling skills
  • Knowledge of GCC capital markets preferred
Apply Now
Venture Capital
UAE, Saudi Arabia

Venture Capital Associate

Supports sourcing, evaluating and managing investments in high-growth startups and emerging technology businesses.
  • 2–5 years of VC, PE, IB, Consulting, or Startup experience
  • Experience evaluating growth-stage businesses
  • Understanding of venture financing structures
  • Strong research and networking skills
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Investment Banking
UAE, Saudi Arabia

Investment Banking Analyst

Provides analytical support across M&A, capital markets, restructuring and strategic advisory engagements.
  • 1–3 years of investment banking or corporate finance
  • Strong financial modeling and valuation skills
  • Advanced Excel and PowerPoint proficiency
  • Excellent analytical and communication abilities
Apply Now

Don't see a role that fits? Send us your CV and we'll reach out when the right opportunity arises.

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The Heart Behind Rycruit

Because the right hire
changes everything.

Rycruit & Co. was founded after years inside the industry · seeing what recruitment could be when done right, and building something that reflected that.

With over a decade of experience across MENA, we've partnered with startups, fast-growing teams, and established organisations. No matter the size of the brief, we stay close to the details.

Because the right hire doesn't just fill a seat · it changes the whole direction.

Get in Touch

Let's take a closer look
at your future.

Whether you're looking to hire top talent or exploring your next career move, we'd love to hear from you. Fill in the form and we'll be back in touch within 24 hours.

Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Response Time
Within 3 candidate submissions per hire

Get in touch and let's make excellence happen.

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