Urwah Admin

Waed Ventures

<div>Job Summary:
To perform the Governance &amp; facilitate Legal activities of the company 
Key Responsibilities:
1. Legal and Contractual<ul><li>Coordinate legal due diligence for prospective investee companies</li><li>Review preliminary drafts of standard transactional documents and revise as necessary</li><li>Advise on ways to streamline processes to help close transactions more effectively</li><li>Respond as directed by the supervising attorney to regulatory and audit inquiries</li><li>Conduct advanced factual research and basic legal research, as requested</li><li>Participate in meetings with the VC team and act as a SME for mandate, legal, contractual, jurisdiction and structural matters</li><li>Work with supervising attorney and business partners to ensure that materials are received in a timely manner, for distribution to management, and assist with review of materials for successful presentation to boards and committees</li><li>Work with the supervising attorney and business partners, to ensure that committee activities are set forth accurately in committee and company charters</li></ul>
2. KYC &amp; Background checks<ul><li>Manage/ coordinate KYC on target companies and founders</li><li>Manage all communication with KYC consultants (contract renewal, raising of PRs, reviewing of invoices)</li><li>Ensure documentation of closure of red flags identified in the KYC reports</li><li>Coordinate with SAO industrial security or other entities for conducting the background checks.</li></ul>
3. Portfolio Governance (Post funding)<ul><li>Advise on all legal. contractual and other regulatory matters related to portfolio
</li><li>Review all SH resolutions received from the portfolio companies</li><li>Organize trainings related to Governance and Regulatory matters for the founders and portfolio companies (BoD governance, Companies law etc)</li><li>Review and advise on compliance of Portfolio companies with the signed agreements. Any non-compliance observations should be highlighted to the VC team</li></ul>
When requested for a peculiar matter, review Board materials of Portfolio companies Boards and provide comments to the Board members in advance of the Board meeting
4. Wa&rsquo;ed Board and Board committees Coordination<ul><li>Prepare Annual Board and Board committee calendar</li><li>Coordinate with Wa&rsquo;ed Leadership and Company Secretary to organize Board meetings</li><li>Prepare agenda &amp; track all submissions completed timely by the person responsible
</li><li>Perform Quality Review on all agenda item submissions before reviewing with the MD</li><li>Coordinate with Board Secretary to ensure the Board materials are submitted within the stipulated timeline</li><li>Ensure timely completion of Board minutes by the Board secretary &ndash; review board minutes to ensure completeness (draft the Board and committee MoMs, if required to expedite the process)</li><li>Follow-up and ensure timely closure of all action items</li><li>Ensure final version of the Board packs are saved in the Board folders</li></ul>
Draft emails and other communications to the Board and committees
5. Advisory on Governance &amp; Documentation control<ul><li>Act as SME on all Governance documentation including Shareholder Mandate, Articles of Association, Delegation of authority matters. This may require consultation with the GRC specialist</li><li>Coordinate and manage all matters related to Conflict of Interest. Get clarification and confirmation from the SAO CoI team wherever needed.</li><li>Ensure the key documentation by each department is filed in an auditable manner and as per the requirements of the respective policies</li><li>Ensure all the signed/ legally enforceable documents are safely filed in a firesafe locker</li><li>Ensure data classification and data protection guidance are practiced</li></ul>
Organize staff training on legal and regulatory matters 
Managerial Duties
As this portfolio grows this position may be required to supervise an analyst with the legal background.
Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s in law or any related fields.</li><li>Certification in Para legal.</li><li>Accredited Legal Professional (ALP).</li><li>[ICA Certification].</li><li>Minimum 5 years experience.</li><li>Basic knowledge of legal frameworks and regulatory environment.</li><li>Knowledge of corporate structures and entity formation.</li><li>Advanced corporate governance background.</li><li>Basic knowledge in securities and transactional documents.</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills.</li><li>Ability to handle and maintain confidential information appropriately.</li><li>Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment.</li><li>Well-organized with attention to details.</li></ul></div>

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Senior Paralegal

<div>Job Summary:
In-charge of complex organizational/entity audits, to improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes. Plans and executes audits in accordance with accepted standards, as well as prepares formal written reports expressing their opinion on the auditable entity's system of internal controls.
Assigned audits include reviews of the Company's key operating activities such as venture capital (VC), innovation ecosystem and venture growth. In addition, reviews of operation support services such as Finance, Human Resources and Procurement. The audit scope includes reviewing the design and operating effectiveness of the auditable entity's policies and procedures, and assessing compliance with laws, regulations, and formal agreements. 
Key Responsibilities:
1. Performs the audit planning by understanding the auditable entity's business objectives, identifying risks, scoping the audit and recommending necessary staff required to complete the audit. Determines the audit program and auditing procedures to be used, including sampling methodology.
2. Identifies the key controls of the auditable entity and evaluates the effectiveness of the financial and operations systems through an understanding of auditing techniques.
3. Leads staff assistants assigned to the audit and reviews their work to ensure they are effective, consistent with the audit scope and accurate before making oral or written presentations to management to discuss control deficiencies, recommendations and corrective actions to improve operations and reduce cost.
4. Evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of the management controls over activities audited and drafts audit observations on control deficiencies identified. Drafts the final audit report for the auditable entity.
5. Plans and executes ad-hoc reviews at the request of management.
6. Evaluates the performance and capabilities of the assistants supporting the audit.
7. Provides training, coaching and mentorship to Internal Auditing staff in the application of audit standards, best-practices, and risk assessments.
Qualifications and general competencies:<ul><li>Bachelor of Science in disciplines such as Accounting\Finance, Law, Engineering, Information Technology and Business Management.</li><li>Minimum Experience Required: 7 Years.</li><li>Professional Certifications such as CIA, CFE, CPA, SOCPA and CISA are preferred.</li></ul></div>

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Senior Auditor

<div>Job Purpose:
To execute and maintain Saudi Aramco Entrepreneurship Center&rsquo;s (Wa&rsquo;ed) overall media relations activity, social media, press and events strategies in accordance with the ongoing communications and PR plan.
The candidate will act as a main pillar in carrying out the company&rsquo;s annual PR plan while working alongside the PR and Communications team on ongoing strategic projects.
Job Responsibilities:<ul>
<li>Support the conveyance of Wa&rsquo;ed&rsquo;s brand via PR and Marketing tools, platforms, and strategies to achieve the objectives of the corporate PR and Marketing strategy.</li>
<li>Be the focal point with digital advertising and design agencies to arrange promotional campaigns across all types of media by coordinating scheduling and logistics as necessary.</li>
<li>Scan media for relevant event engagement and manage participation plans (e.g. workshops, conferences, speeches), liaising with other divisions of the organization as necessary.</li>
<li>Support the creation of digital content for social media, annual newsletters, and articles on entrepreneurship, and liaise with external graphic designers to establish brand guidelines and designs for published content.</li>
<li>Coordinate relevant public relations activities including handling sponsorship opportunities, developing press releases and presentations, while maintaining a cooperative relationship with partners and stakeholders.</li>
<li>Develop and launch targeted media and marketing campaigns to emphasize brand recognition and corporate reputation.</li>
<li>Suggest improvement initiatives regarding own activities and implement processes approved by management.</li>
<li>Address inquiries from media representatives and other parties, and track industry trends to leverage media collaboration opportunities.</li>
<li>Generate media coverage reports and other PR reports as assigned by the direct manager.</li>
<li>Conduct frequent review on PR policy and procuderes and recommends process enhancements whenever applicable.</li>
</ul>Requirements<ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Management, Marketing, Media Studies, Communications, or related field</li>
<li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Arabic.</li>
<li>+4 years of experience in Communication Department, Communication agency, or Marketing Department.</li>
<li>Desired Skills and Experiences:</li>
</ul><ul><li>The successful candidate will have the following personal qualities:</li>
<li>Proactivity: continuously generating initiatives to improve work and developing innovative approaches based on performance feedback.</li>
<li>Flexibility: ready to adapt to changes in business strategy and ongoing campaigns and initiatives.</li>
<li>Strong presentation skills: ability to effectively present and communicate to key stakeholders during networking as well as partnership negotiations.</li></ul></div>

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Public Relations Specialist

<div>Job Purpose: This position will be responsible for all planning, and executing procurement activities, including Contracts drafting, execution, and management, by analyzing costs, negotiating contract details, and offering strategies and solutions to help manage costs on supplies and services. managing inventory, tracking orders, and resolving issues concerning price disputes.
Functional Duties:<ul>
<li>Manage Procurement Activities</li>
<li>Support relevant stakeholders regarding appropriate processes (scope of work, material specification, estimation)</li>
<li>Draft proposal to convert repeated purchases into contracts for value creation</li>
<li>Develop and execute sourcing strategies for mid - high spend items</li>
<li>Develop pricing structures</li>
<li>Value creation (price Negotiation, delivery time, and/or cost avoidance)</li>
<li>Performs risk assessment of Terms and condition deviations</li>
<li>Review invoices and cross-check approved purchasing orders Monitor contract and purchasing order consumption and spend preparing RFQs, reviewing proposals, negotiating prices, selecting or recommending suppliers, analyzing trends, developing cost estimates, following up on orders placed, and maintaining necessary records.</li>
<li>Receive bids and arrange formal bid opening where applicable Maintain a tender control log Formulate and agree with Bid Evaluation Plan</li>
<li>Distribute, check and carry out a commercial evaluation of bids Prepare quotation summaries, and quotation summary variations and make recommendations</li>
<li>Work closely with Finance, Legal and Internal Audit to ensure full compliance with policies, procedures, and controls for all contracts and procurement of materials.</li>
<li>Monitoring and Maintaining Supplier Relationships through registration and performance review</li>
<li>Create and document all procurement activities for audit purposes</li>
<li>Resolve all Contractor disputes in coordination with Finance, Legal, Internal Audit, and concern proponent</li>
</ul>Requirements<ul>
<li>Experience 5-10 Years
</li><li>Bachelor's in Business Management and Administration, industrial engineering, or any related major with strong Analytical thinking and problem-solving.</li></ul></div>

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Procurement Specialist

<div>The Investment Analyst will be responsible for conducting research, analyzing data, evaluating investment opportunities, and analyzing the performance of our portfolio companies. The role involves working closely within the investment team to identify potential investments, support the team in conducting due diligence, and presenting findings to the investment committee. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of the startup ecosystem, financial analysis skills, and the ability to communicate complex information effectively.
Key Responsibilities:<ul>
<li>Support the investment team in conducting market research and analysis to identify potential investment opportunities.</li>
<li>Support the investment team in conducting sector and technology mapping.</li>
<li>Analyzing financial statements and business models to evaluate investment opportunities.</li>
<li>Contribute to development of financial models and performing valuations to determine investment potential.</li>
<li>Support the senior members of the team in conducting financial and commercial due diligence on potential investments.</li>
<li>Support the senior members of the team in developing investment recommendations and presenting findings to the investment committee.</li>
<li>Support the senior members of the team in monitoring existing investments and providing regular reports on performance.</li>
<li>Work with other functions towards a unified organizational goal.</li>
<li>Contribute to development of investment thesis, social media blogs, and press releases.</li>
<li>Support the senior members of the team in administrative tasks.</li>
<li>Lead the deal flow tracking and management.</li>
<li>Monitor the performance of portfolio companies on an ongoing basis.</li>
<li>Create and maintain financial models to track investment performance and provide regular reports to senior management.</li>
<li>Develop and maintain relationships with portfolio company management teams, industry experts, and other stakeholders.</li>
<li>Attend meetings with portfolio companies, industry events, and other networking opportunities.</li>
</ul>Requirements<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree in finance, business, economics, engineering or relevant field
</li><li>0-3 years of experience in a Venture Capital, investment banking, private equity, or a related field</li>
<li>Relevant Experience in technology startup is an advantage.</li>
<li>Competent analytical and financial modeling skills</li>
<li>Excellent communication and presentation skills</li>
<li>Knowledge of the startup ecosystem and emerging technologies</li>
<li>Network and relationship building</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li>
<li>Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.</li>
<li>Strong work ethic and attention to detail</li>
<li>Familiarity with industry databases and research tool</li>
</ul>Working Conditions:
The Investment Analyst will work in a fast-paced environment, often under tight deadlines. The job may require occasional travel to meet with entrepreneurs or attend industry events. The position may also require working long hours or weekends, particularly during peak investment periods.</div>

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Investment Analyst

<div>We are looking for an ambitious Fresh graduate to enhance the skills she/he developed through her/his academic studies, where she/he can gain valuable first-hand experience, ongoing training, and career growth. Wa`ed has different functions where the ambitious graduate can have their first on hand experience (Venture Capital, Loan, Incubation, IT, Finance, Accounting, Law, Procurement, HR and Public Relation)
Requirements 
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree in (All Business Major, Information system, Law)</li>
<li>GPA 3.0 out of 4.00</li>
<li>GPA 4.0 out of 5.00
</li></ul><ul><li>Saudi National.</li>
<li>Good command MS Office tools</li>
<li>English &amp; Arabic Fluency</li>
<li>Excellent collaboration skills and ability to work across diverse organizations and teams</li>
<li>No experience requires if you have will be plus
</li><li>As an Intern, you will be:</li>
<li>Receiving coaching and mentoring to enable you to complete assignments and projects to develop your learning and skillset.</li>
<li>Learning internal software to assist with the completion of projects and tasks.</li>
<li>Collaborating with cross-functional teams and interns to interact and network with global business leaders.</li></ul></div>

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Internship Program

<div>Job Summary:
The Accounting &amp; Financial Analyst is responsible for supporting both accounting and financial analysis functions, including general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, accounts payable and receivable, budgeting, and financial planning. The role ensures accuracy in financial records, assists in cash management, conducts financial analysis, and supports valuation exercises, all while adhering to company policies and compliance requirements.
Key Responsibilities: 
1. Financial Accounting &amp; Bookkeeping<ul><li>Maintain general ledger records, ensuring transactions are accurately recorded and aligned with company policies and accounting standards.</li><li>Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes, including account reconciliations and journal entries.</li><li>Support the preparation of financial statements, such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.</li><li>Participate in fixed asset tracking, ensuring proper classification and depreciation schedules.</li><li>Assist in maintaining internal controls, ensuring compliance with financial policies and regulations.</li></ul>
2. Accounts Payable &amp; Receivable<ul><li>Process vendor invoices, employee reimbursements, and other payments, ensuring proper approvals and documentation.</li><li>Assist in managing accounts receivable, tracking outstanding balances, and following up on collections.</li><li>Prepare aging reports, highlighting overdue payments for necessary follow-ups.</li></ul>
3. Budgeting &amp; Financial Planning<ul><li>Support the preparation of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts, working closely with finance teams to ensure accuracy.</li><li>Assist in monitoring budget vs. actual performance, identifying variances, and providing basic financial insights.</li><li>Help in compiling financial stewardship reports for internal use and reporting to stakeholders.</li></ul>
4. Banking &amp; Cash Management<ul><li>Monitor daily cash balances and assist in preparing cash flow reports.</li><li>Help prepare cash call requests and coordinate with banks to obtain bank statements and resolve any discrepancies.</li><li>Assist in bank reconciliations, ensuring alignment between company records and bank transactions.</li></ul>
5. Financial Analysis &amp; Reporting<ul><li>Support financial analysis tasks, including cost variance analysis and profitability assessments.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial dashboards.</li><li>Conduct basic financial modeling and scenario analysis to support decision-making.</li><li>Assist in preparing reports on business performance, providing insights to management.</li></ul>
6. Investment &amp; Valuation Support<ul><li>Support the preparation of valuation exercises for portfolio companies, assisting in financial due diligence.</li><li>Assist in conducting comparative financial analysis to support investment decision-making.</li><li>Help in reviewing financial statements of investee companies and flagging potential risks.</li></ul>
7. Compliance &amp; Audit Support<ul><li>Assist in internal and external audits, preparing necessary documentation and responding to audit queries.</li><li>Ensure financial records are properly maintained and stored for compliance purposes.</li><li>Support compliance with VAT, withholding tax, Zakat, and other regulatory requirements.</li></ul>
8. Policies, Systems &amp; Process Improvements<ul><li>Follow company accounting and financial policies, ensuring compliance with internal controls.</li><li>Suggest process improvements to enhance efficiency in financial operations.</li><li>Assist in the implementation of new financial systems and automation tools to streamline accounting and reporting tasks.</li></ul> 
Qualifications and general competencies:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.</li><li>1-3 years of experience in accounting, finance, or financial analysis.</li><li>Basic knowledge of accounting principles, financial analysis, and reporting standards.</li><li>Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.</li><li>Ability to perform financial reconciliations and basic financial modeling.</li><li>Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey financial information clearly to stakeholders.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.</li><li>Ability to work independently and collaborate with teams.</li><li>Good problem-solving and analytical skills to support financial decision-making.</li><li>Basic understanding of investment valuation and financial statement analysis is a plus.</li><li>Partial or full pursuit of SOCPA, CPA, ACCA, CMA, or CFA certification is preferred but not required.</li></ul>
Working Conditions:
The Accounting &amp; Financial Analyst will work in a structured and fast-paced environment, handling both accounting and financial analysis responsibilities. The role may require extended hours during peak financial periods, such as audits, budget cycles, and reporting deadlines.</div>

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Financial Analyst

<div>We are looking for a motivated Co-op student to apply the knowledge they&rsquo;ve gained through their academic studies in a real-world environment, gaining hands-on experience, professional development, and exposure to various career opportunities. Wa`ed offers a unique chance to work in multiple functions, where you will be able to build your expertise in areas like Venture Capital, Loans, Incubation, IT, Finance, Accounting, Law, Procurement, HR, and Public Relations.
Requirements<ul>
<li><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in (All Business Administration Major, Information system, Law and Computer Since and Engineering)
</li><li>GPA 3.0 out of 4.00</li>
<li>GPA 4.0 out of 5.00</li>
</ul></li><li><ul><li>Saudi National.</li>
<li>Good command MS Office tools</li>
<li>English &amp; Arabic Fluency</li>
<li>Excellent collaboration skills and ability to work across diverse organizations and teams</li>
<li>Open to senior students who are completing their degrees and must be currently enrolled as a Bachelor's student at a university.</li>
<li>Provide the necessary requirement letters along with the official letter from the university requesting permission to join the program.</li>
</ul></li></ul>Working Conditions:
You will receive coaching and mentoring to help you successfully complete assignments and projects, enabling your growth and skill development. You'll also have the opportunity to learn and utilize internal software tools to assist with task completion and project execution. Additionally, you&rsquo;ll collaborate with cross-functional teams and fellow interns, engaging with global business leaders to expand your professional network and gain valuable insights.</div>

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Co-op Student Program

Join Waed Ventures and explore 8 exciting career opportunities. They're hiring for various roles with options for remote or on-site work. Apply today and become part of their innovative team.