Senior Portfolio Manager - PPP & Investment Strategy (PIS001)

Foreground is partnering with a well known investment group headquartered in Bahrain, with a diversified portfolio spanning technology, fintech, and energy. Renowned for identifying high-growth ventures and unlocking value through active ownership, the firm continues to shape the future of strategic investments across the region.

They are looking to hire a high-calibre Senior Manager - PPP & Investment Strategy to lead the design, execution, and management of large-scale public-private partnership (PPP) initiatives, privatization projects, and strategic investment programs across diversified sectors.

This role is ideal for a commercially-minded professional with a proven track record in structuring complex PPP and privatization deals, building robust financial models, developing investment strategies, and leading multi-stakeholder negotiations. The successful candidate will bridge the gap between public sector opportunity and private sector execution, driving projects that deliver sustainable financial returns and long-term socio-economic value.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Investment & Portfolio Management

• Develop and execute investment strategies aligned with organizational objectives, focusing on infrastructure, utilities, healthcare, and real estate sectors.
• Oversee the management of a diversified PPP and investment portfolio, ensuring optimal asset allocation, performance, and long-term value creation.
• Conduct market analysis and identify opportunities for new PPP structures, privatization deals, and asset monetization.
  
  
  

PPP & Privatization Project Structuring

• Lead end-to-end project development cycles - from needs assessment and feasibility studies to business case preparation, tendering, and financial close.
• Structure innovative PPP models and delivery approaches (e.g. availability payment, land lease, lease-leaseback) to attract private investment while ensuring project bankability.
• Manage the preparation and issuance of all transaction documents, including EoIs, RFQs, RFPs, concession agreements, and term sheets.
  
  
  

Financial Modelling & Business Case Development

• Build and review advanced financial models, incorporating NPV, IRR, DSCR, and ROI analyses to support investment decisions and risk assessment.
• Conduct sensitivity analyses, scenario modelling, and stress testing to evaluate project viability and optimize funding structures.
• Develop investment-grade business cases and HBU (Highest & Best Use) studies to inform strategic decision-making.
  
  
  

Transaction Management & Stakeholder Engagement

• Lead negotiations with government entities, developers, investors, and financial institutions to secure commercially sound and balanced agreements.
• Drive governance and evaluation processes, including technical and financial committee reviews, evaluation reporting, and audit-ready documentation.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration with legal, commercial, and technical teams to ensure project compliance and successful delivery.
  
  
  

Market Intelligence & Partnership Development

• Conduct market sounding activities to test investor appetite, integrate market feedback, and refine project structures and KPIs.
• Foster strategic partnerships with key public and private stakeholders to unlock new opportunities and enhance transaction outcomes.
  
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or Engineering; Masters degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred.
• Minimum 8+ years of progressive experience in PPP project development, privatization, investment strategy, or infrastructure finance, ideally within a corporate investment, advisory, or government-linked environment.
• Proven track record of leading full transaction cycles including feasibility studies, financial modelling, tendering, and negotiations.
• Strong understanding of PPP legal frameworks, risk allocation mechanisms, performance securities, and concession structures.
• Demonstrated experience managing large, cross-sector portfolios and complex stakeholder environments.
• Professional certifications such as CP3P, PMP, or CFA are advantageous.
  
  
  

Key Competencies

• Strategic and analytical mindset with commercial and financial acumen.
• Advanced expertise in financial modelling and investment analysis.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Excellent command of PPP frameworks, procurement processes, and regulatory requirements.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and influencing skills.
• Fluent in English; Arabic proficiency is a strong advantage.