Associate / Senior Associate - Investments

This role sits within a high-growth investment platform focused on acquiring and scaling businesses globally. The successful candidate will play a key role across deal execution, financial analysis, and portfolio management within a lean, entrepreneurial team.

Client Details

Our client is a recently established Abu Dhabi-based investment platform backed by prominent regional institutions. With a multi-billion-dollar mandate, the platform is focused on acquiring and scaling businesses globally.

Description
Support end-to-end M&A transaction execution, including financial modelling, valuation, and due diligenceDevelop and maintain complex financial models (returns analysis, sensitivities, scenario planning)Prepare investment committee materials and high-quality presentations for senior stakeholdersConduct market research and target screening across global energy services and technology sectorsAssist with portfolio monitoring, including tracking financial and operational performance of portfolio companiesSupport post-acquisition integration and value creation initiatives where requiredWork closely with senior leadership in a fast-paced, lean team environment


Profile
3-7 years' experience in Private Equity or Corporate M&AStrong financial modelling and valuation skills (advanced Excel)Excellent presentation and communication skills (PowerPoint)Demonstrated ability to work in a hands-on, high-performance environmentCommercial mindset with strong attention to detailComfortable working in a lean, entrepreneurial setup with high ownershipSector experience in energy is beneficial but not requiredMust be willing to be based full time in Abu Dhabi (requires relocation to Abu Dhabi for Dubai based candidates)


Job Offer
Join a newly established, well-capitalised investment platform backed by leading regional institutionsHigh deal velocity with significant capital already deployed across international acquisitionsOpportunity to work in a lean, high-impact team with direct exposure to senior decision-makersGain a unique blend of private equity-style investing + operational value creationPlatform positioned for strong growth, offering visibility, progression, and ownership