Head of Business Development & Research

Acciona-Sogex is recruiting on behalf of a prestigious client for an experienced Head of Business Development & Research based in Muscat, Oman.

This is an exciting opportunity for a senior investment professional to lead strategic business development, investment research, and portfolio management initiatives within a dynamic investment environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving investment strategies, overseeing portfolio performance, identifying growth opportunities, and leading a high-performing team. The role is based in Muscat and offers the opportunity to contribute to the long-term success of a well-established organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Business Development & Research function and provide strategic direction.
• Oversee investment research, financial modelling, and equity valuation activities.
• Monitor and evaluate portfolio performance, providing strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
• Identify business growth opportunities and support investment decision-making.
• Conduct financial, commercial, and market analysis to support strategic initiatives.
• Develop executive reports, presentations, and investment recommendations.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of investment and research professionals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Investment Management, or a related discipline (Master's degree or MBA is an advantage).
• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in investment management, corporate finance, private equity, sovereign wealth funds, asset management, or strategic investment.
• Proven experience leading business development, investment research, and portfolio management functions.
• Strong expertise in financial modelling, investment analysis, company valuation, and portfolio performance management.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams and senior stakeholders.
• Excellent commercial acumen with the ability to identify and evaluate investment opportunities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Bloomberg or similar financial platforms is highly desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic language skills are advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a prestigious organisation on strategic investment initiatives.
• Long-term career development opportunities.
• Collaborative and professional working environment.
• Exposure to high-profile investment and business development projects.