Funding and Capital Structure Director

Job Summary

The Funding and Capital Structure Director is a senior leadership role responsible for managing capital transactions and optimizing the Group’s overall capital structure. The role focuses on balancing debt and equity, enhancing financial stability, and ensuring the efficient execution of funding initiatives and Treasury projects. This position requires close collaboration with internal stakeholders and external partners to secure optimal financing solutions for the Group’s projects and acquisitions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team responsible for capital transactions across the Group.
• Ensure timely and efficient delivery of Treasury projects by setting priorities and allocating resources effectively.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of the Group’s capital structure, maintaining a balanced approach between debt and equity.
• Contribute to strategies that optimize the cost of capital and strengthen financial stability.
• Lead funding readiness processes by preparing financing documents such as teasers, financial models, and term sheets.
• Manage debt and equity financing for Group projects and acquisitions.
• Oversee the execution of financing transactions, including debt issuances and equity raising activities.
• Ensure all conditions precedent (CPs) and closing requirements for financing transactions are met on time.
• Manage the Group’s debt portfolio, identifying opportunities for reprofiling, restructuring, and cost optimization in line with business objectives.
• Lead and coordinate Treasury projects related to funding and capital transactions, ensuring delivery within timeframes and budgets.
• Partner with project teams to track progress, resolve bottlenecks, and close capital-raising initiatives effectively.
• Develop robust financial models and conduct risk assessments to evaluate funding options for different projects.

Job Knowledge & Skills

• Strong expertise in debt and equity financing, including restructuring, reprofiling, and capital structure optimization.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, risk assessment, and evaluation of complex funding structures.
• Demonstrated experience in executing financing transactions and managing CPs and closings.
• Strong knowledge of financial systems, modeling tools, and ERP platforms (SAP experience preferred).

Experience

• Minimum 20 years of professional experience.
• At least 15 years in relevant management or leadership roles.
• GCC experience (minimum 5 years) is an advantage.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) or equivalent is strongly preferred.