Investment Analyst

Role: Investment Analyst - M&A / Corporate Finance

Type: Permanent, Full-time

Location: Dubai

Role overview:

The position involves financial analysis, valuation, due diligence support, and assisting in the execution of investment transactions.

The M&A Analyst will play a key role in evaluating potential acquisitions, joint ventures, and greenfield investments. The role will also support ongoing monitoring of portfolio companies and help generate insights for strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

Investment Evaluation

• Review and evaluate investment proposals across different industries and geographies.
• Assess strategic fit, business assumptions, and financial feasibility of potential investments.

Financial Analysis and Modelling

• Analyze historical financial data and business performance.
• Build and interpret financial models to evaluate investment opportunities.
• Support preparation of financial projections and scenario analysis.

Valuation

• Conduct preliminary valuation analysis using methodologies such as: Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), Comparable company analysis, Comparable transaction analysis, etc.

Transaction Support

• Assist in the execution of M&A transactions and investment deals.
• Support coordination of due diligence with internal teams and external advisors.

Research and Market Analysis

• Conduct industry and market research to support investment decisions.
• Track sector trends and competitive dynamics.

Investment Materials

• Prepare investment presentations, reports, and information memoranda for internal decision-making.

Portfolio Monitoring

• Track performance of portfolio companies and identify key operational and financial drivers.

Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• CFA (completed or in progress), MBA, or MSc in Finance preferred
• Proven experience in one or more of the following areas:
• Investment Banking (or)
• Private Equity (or)
• Mergers & Acquisitions (or)
• Corporate Finance (or)
• Deal / Transaction Advisory (or)
• Management Consulting (transaction or corporate finance exposure)

Technical skills:

• Financial modelling and valuation
• Financial statement analysis
• Transaction analysis and due diligence
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

Other Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to synthesize complex financial information
• Strong research and presentation skills

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: AED16,000.00 - AED18,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• How many years of professional experience do you have in investment-related roles such as Investment Banking, Private Equity, Deal Advisory, Transaction Advisory, Corporate Finance, or M&A?
• How many years of hands-on experience do you have building financial models used for investment evaluation or transaction analysis (e.g., DCF, valuation models, scenario modelling)?
• Approximately how many investment or M&A transactions have you directly worked on (in any stage such as evaluation, financial modelling, due diligence, or execution)?
• Have you independently performed valuation analysis using methods such as DCF, comparable companies, or precedent transactions?
• This role is within the Family Office of a global conglomerate and involves evaluating investments across sectors. Are you open to working in a Family Office investment environment?
• Your current monthly salary? (in AED)
• Your expected monthly salary? (in AED)
• Your notice period? (in days)

Work Location: In person