Private Equity Investment Professional at PER in Riyadh PER

Private Equity Investment Associate

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Compensation: Competitive, commensurate with experience

About the Client

Our client is a well-established Single Family Office based in Riyadh, managing a globally diversified investment portfolio. The family office is opportunistic and sector-agnostic, with a strong focus on private equity direct investments and co-investments in developed markets - particularly within the lower-to-mid market segment.

This position offers exceptional exposure across the full investment cycle and provides an opportunity to make a meaningful, direct impact within a sophisticated, entrepreneurial investment environment.

The Opportunity

The Private Equity Investment Associate will play a pivotal role in the sourcing, evaluation, and management of private equity investments globally. The role requires strong financial acumen, rigorous analytical capabilities, and a hands on approach to both deal execution and portfolio management.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced investment professional to contribute to a growing global platform and work closely with senior leadership within a high performing family office.

Key Responsibilities Deal Sourcing & Evaluation

• Identify and assess private equity investment opportunities across multiple sectors and geographies.
• Conduct in-depth due diligence, including market analysis, financial modeling, and valuation work.
• Prepare and present investment memoranda and recommendations for internal review.

Transaction Execution

• Manage all stages of the investment process, from initial screening through negotiation, documentation, and closing.
• Support co investment and direct investment transactions, including minority equity positions and strategic partnerships.
• Liaise with external advisors, consultants, and co investors to ensure efficient deal execution.

Portfolio Management

• Monitor and evaluate the performance of existing investments, including financial, operational, and strategic progress.
• Participate in board discussions and investment committee meetings as required.
• Update internal financial models, capital needs projections, and exit assumptions.
• Develop insights and recommendations to optimize portfolio value and support long term growth.

The Ideal Candidate

• 5 8 years of experience in private equity, investment banking, or principal investing.
• Demonstrated track record in executing private equity deals from start to finish.
• Advanced financial modeling and valuation skills, with strong attention to analytical rigor and accuracy.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to synthesize complex information and present concise investment recommendations.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Self motivated, adaptable, and able to thrive in a lean, fast paced environment.
• Fluency in Arabic preferred; English proficiency required.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related discipline; MBA or CFA designation preferred.

Why Join This Family Office

• Exposure to high impact global private equity investments.
• Direct collaboration with principals and senior decision makers.
• Opportunity to work in a strategic, entrepreneurial environment with strong values and long term vision.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Riyadh based role with potential for international travel.