Ali Zaidi Takes the Helm of International Client Business at DoubleLine Capital

Ali Zaidi Takes Leadership Role at DoubleLine Capital

In a significant move within the finance sector, Ali Zaidi has transitioned from Goldman Sachs Asset Management to DoubleLine Capital, where he will head the International Client Business. Previously serving as the Head of Client Business for the Middle East and North Africa at Goldman Sachs, Zaidi brings extensive experience to his new role.

Based in Dubai, Zaidi's responsibilities include leading the firm’s international team to support clients beyond U.S. borders. His focus will be on aligning clients' investment strategies with their return and risk-management objectives, tailor-fit for a rapidly changing global landscape.

DoubleLine Capital is widely recognized as a leader in active asset management under the guidance of its CEO, Jeffrey Gundlach. Ron Redell, DoubleLine's President, expressed enthusiasm about welcoming Zaidi, highlighting that his broad expertise will enhance the firm’s ability to deliver its asset management acumen to a global clientele.

Zaidi shares this excitement, stating, "As an independent employee-owned firm, DoubleLine embodies a set of interests and values that resonate strongly with clients. I look forward to leveraging our firm’s investment insights and fixed-income expertise on a global scale."

Before joining DoubleLine, Zaidi had a notable tenure at Goldman Sachs, where he was instrumental in managing a client-coverage team that operated across multiple Middle Eastern cities including London, Riyadh, Abu Dhabi, and Doha. His diverse professional background also includes roles in structuring and sales of credit products, financial control of equities, and auditing within financial services.

With strong foundations in the industry, Zaidi's career has taken him to key financial hubs around the world, including London and Kuala Lumpur. He is also a Fellow of The Institute of Chartered Accountants of England and Wales (ICAEW), further underlining his qualifications.

DoubleLine Capital’s reach extends internationally, boasting offices in Dubai, Los Angeles, and Tokyo, as well as its headquarters in Tampa, Florida. As a registered investment adviser since 1940, the firm prides itself in providing tailored investment solutions to meet the diverse needs of global clients. With Ali Zaidi at the helm of the International Client Business, DoubleLine aims to continue its legacy of independence and client-centric service, positioning itself for greater success in international markets.

For clients looking for competitive investment strategies and expertise, Zaidi’s leadership marks a promising chapter for DoubleLine Capital, promising to offer critical insights and services tailored for various risk tolerances and investment objectives in the evolving global economy.