Description

A new fund (to be announced) based in UAE is seeking talent to join the founding investment team.

Led by a reputable CIO with a track record in the MENA region, the fund will invest across sectors, focusing on hands-on operational work with management teams.

They are looking to add a Senior Investment Associate to the team and are open to international talent. The team would particularly like to see female applicants in order to continue promoting diversity within the industry.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Working with senior members of the Investment team to analyse and execute new transactions
• Emphasis on Strategy & Operations support to management teams
• Managing workstreams with select advisors (e.g. Tax, Legal) and intermediaries in relation to portfolio companies
• Managing phases of due diligence and preparing for IC meetings
• Portfolio reporting, support and transformation initiatives
• Quarterly meetings with co-investors

Requirements

• 1y or more in Private Equity investment is preferred.
• Experience in Consulting, with evidence of prior finance experience or valuations training would be a value-add skillset to the team (Consulting + PE or Consulting + Investment Banking)
• Strong interest in digital & tech-driven business models and/or understanding of digital transformation opportunities.
• Sector experience in at least 2 of Consumer & Retail, Leisure, Healthcare, Technology, Financial Services, Business Services or Logistics.
• Preferred: Arabic speaker or MENA experience (exceptional candidates will be considered regardless)