About the Role
The company is recruiting an Associate to join the MENA region Advisory team. This role offers a dynamic opportunity to make a meaningful impact by influencing how leading development finance players in the region set strategy, deploy capital, and pursue impactful initiatives. The ideal candidate will have significant experience living and working in the MENA Region with established contacts in the region’s financial services sector and a comprehensive understanding of the investment landscape.
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What You’ll Do
Your primary responsibilities will include:
- Drive day-to-day project execution on workstreams including:
- Identifying and evaluating investment opportunities
- Conducting market, sector, and investment analysis to inform strategic decision-making
- Identifying and engaging with qualified regional and international investors
- Support the development of strategies for governments, development partners, and foundations, translating strategic objectives into clear priorities, initiatives, and actionable implementation plans
- Assist in the firm’s business development efforts in the MENA region by:
- Performing market assessments and identifying key potential clients and partners within regional markets
- Developing strategies for using the company services to drive value for these potential clients
- Working closely with the company leadership on developing partnerships and pursuing new business opportunities in regional markets
- Support transaction advisory engagements by:
- Leading complex commercial due diligence assignments
- Performing market research and developing client-facing recommendations
- Providing value-creation recommendations for post-investment strategy
- Advising on the structuring and deploying of blended finance vehicles
Who You Are
- A self-starter passionate about creating lasting change in underserved markets
- Willing to take on new types of work, even without prior experience or direct supervision
- Ready to work, travel, and live in sometimes challenging environments
- Capable of operating effectively in changing contexts with a high tolerance for ambiguity
- Skilled in building strong relationships with clients and colleagues in high-pressure situations
- Excellent presentation skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with diverse audiences
- 2-7 years of experience in investment banking, management consulting, private equity, or similar fields
- Proficiency in Arabic is advantageous but not required
Location
Candidates will join our team in Dubai, UAE. This role will involve travel across the MENACA Region.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work in a fast-moving environment with driven stakeholders
- Engage with a team of professionals from diverse backgrounds motivated by a common mission to make a difference in challenging markets
- Potential for involvement in thought leadership and influencing major strategic decisions across the region
Equal Opportunity
The company is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates irrespective of gender, background, or experience. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruitment process, requests can be made for support.
