Specialist – DCM & Investor Relations

Job purpose

Driving end-to-end DCM activities, including assessing capital requirements, evaluating financing options, structuring and negotiating debt instruments, and Support in the execution of funding transactions across markets (e.g., RegS/144A, Sukuk). The role focuses on developing and implementing funding strategies, and maintaining active engagement with rating agencies and debt investors. In addition, ensure timely and accurate reporting, supports strategic decision-making, and contributes to enhancing the OQ’s market positioning and access to competitive funding.

The position will act in accordance with the Group’s Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines and international standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Omani’s government & other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.

Main tasks and responsibilities

1. Funding Strategy and M&A Support

• Support the evaluation of investment and funding opportunities by conducting financial analysis, feasibility studies, and benchmarking.
• Support in providing sources of funding (Sukuk vs Reg 144 A/S, Tenors, etc).
• Support in sourcing funding through debt capital markets locally and internationally.
• Assist in preparing valuation models, presentations, and documentation for mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.
• Contribute to due diligence processes and provide analytical inputs to assess the financial impact of proposed transactions.
• Monitor key financial metrics and performance indicators to support management decision-making

1. Stakeholder Relations (DCM Banking, Rating Agencies)

• Support in maintaining and cultivating domestic, Regional and international banking relationships to develop and implement DCM funding strategy.
• Assist in preparing materials and data submissions for rating agency engagements and banking partners, investor relations materials and ensuring financial information accuracy.
• Coordinate responses to investor and rating agency queries under the guidance of the Manager.

1. Monitor & Reporting:

• Monitors and reports on the plans related to debt issuances at Debt capital markets.
• Process procurement-related matters in SAP (invoices, POs, PRs, service entry sheets) to facilitate payments.
• Support ad-hoc requests, reporting requirements, and financial analysis as assigned.

1. Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Actively participate in cross-department collaboration, ensuring effective communication and alignment with internal stakeholders.
• Assist in the implementation of departmental initiatives and contribute to overall process efficiency improvements.
• Collaborate with the team on sustainability-related initiatives, working towards the establishment of a sustainability rating and the development of a comprehensive funding strategy.

Key interactions

Internal: Finance, Growth, Portfolio, Legal, Strategy, Sustainability, different OQ subsidiaries, management, and board of directors committees.

External: Oman Investment Authority (OIA), Ministry of Finance, Banks, Investment and Financing Funds, Financial Advisors, and others.

Notable Working Conditions.

• Office environment, intensive computer screen use, sporadic visits to operation site.
• This role may require local and international travel on an ad-hoc basis.

Education requirements

• Minimum qualification is a bachelor’s degree in: Finance, Economics, or equivalent,
• CFA, MBA, or master’s in finance (Preferred)

Language

Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required).

Background and experience:

• A minimum of 5 of relevant experience in debt capital markets, investment banking, investor relations, treasury, or related functions.
• Exposure to banking relationships and participation in financing activities such as bilateral or syndicated facilities, and/or debt capital market transactions.
• Knowledge with investor and rating agency processes and requirements is preferred.
• Strong understanding of global financial markets, funding instruments, and key market participants.
• Knowledge in financial principles, accounting standards, financial analysis, and corporate finance concepts.
• Understanding of the industry dynamics, competitive landscape, and market trends.
• Basic knowledge of SAP for processing invoices, purchase requests, service entry sheets, and other procurement matters.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word Excel, Power point.
• Exposure to banking and investor/fund managers related to environment and knowledge of banking transactions, communications, and language is an advantage.

Competencies and skills

Soft:

• Organized and detail-oriented, able to manage multiple tasks accurately and on time.
• Strong written and verbal communication, with the ability to translate financial data into clear insights.
• Collaborative team player, effective at coordinating and liaising across departments and stakeholders.
• Proactive in seeking feedback, guidance, and continuous learning to build expertise in debt capital markets.

Technical:

• Computer literacy including MS Office
• Corporate Finance
• Bloomberg Terminal
• Rating agencies guidelines
• International banking relationships
• Funding strategies and Negotiations
• Capital structure (short term and long-term debt management, bilateral and syndicated lines, debt issuance, shareholders financing)
• Debt covenant compliance analysis, forecasting and reporting
• Corporate Finance policies, systems, processes, procedures, and controls.
• Proficiency in financial analysis, forecasting, and modeling, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.