M&A VP / Director | Riyadh based
Job Title: Vice President - Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Overview:
Our client is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Vice President of M&A to lead and execute investment initiatives in Riyadh. This role is ideal for a seasoned investment professional with a strong track record in sourcing, evaluating, and executing M&A transactions across sectors. The VP will play a key role in shaping the firm's growth strategy and will work closely with senior leadership and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead end-to-end execution of M&A transactions, including deal sourcing, due diligence, valuation, structuring, negotiation, and closing.
- Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of investment opportunities aligned with the firm's strategic objectives.
- Conduct in-depth financial modeling, market research, and risk analysis to support investment decisions.
- Prepare and present investment memos and recommendations to the Investment Committee and senior stakeholders.
- Manage relationships with investment banks, advisors, legal counsel, and other external partners.
- Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a high-performance culture.
- Monitor portfolio company performance and support post-deal integration and value creation initiatives.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field; MBA or CFA preferred.
- 7-10+ years of experience in M&A, private equity, investment banking, or corporate development.
- Proven track record of leading successful M&A transactions, preferably in the Middle East.
- Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation abilities.
- Deep understanding of regional market dynamics and regulatory frameworks.
- Fluent in English; Arabic proficiency is a plus.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives.
- Strategic leadership role with high visibility and impact.
- Opportunity to work on high-profile transactions in a dynamic and growing market.
- Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment.
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