Job Title: Associate 1 – Mergers & Acquisitions (Arabic Speaking, Generalist Coverage)

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Division: Investment Banking – M&A Advisory

Language Requirement: Fluent in Arabic and English

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated, Arabic-speaking Associate with generalist coverage experience to join a Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) team in Riyadh.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the day-to-day execution of M&A transactions, including buy-side, sell-side, and strategic advisory mandates across various sectors.
• Maintain generalist coverage, supporting deal execution and origination in industries such as consumer, healthcare, industrials, TMT, energy, and financial services.
• Support senior bankers in origination activities through market research, client engagement materials, and sector insights.
• Assist in mentoring and supervising analysts and interns.
• Build strong client relationships, acting as a key point of contact during live deals.

Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of experience in M&A or investment banking, with broad exposure to multiple industries.
• Fluent in Arabic and English.
• Strong technical skills in financial modeling, valuation, and transaction structuring.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
• CFA, ACA, or MBA qualification is a plus.

Key Competencies:

• Versatile sector knowledge and ability to ramp up quickly across different industries.
• Strong understanding of the KSA market is advantageous.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure and tight deadlines.
• High attention to detail, analytical mindset, and commercial acumen.
• Professional maturity and confidence in client-facing situations.
• Team player with a collaborative and proactive attitude.