VP / Director, Investment Banking

Client

• Boutique IB Advisory services firm in DIFC

Job Title

• Vice President / Director - Reporting to Managing Director

Key Result Areas

• Assist the firm to ensure quality and efficient transaction execution
• Assist in business development and transaction placement activities

Required Experience / Responsibilities:

• Preparation of high quality pitches / presentation, financial models and other transaction related documents (Information Memorandums, Industry Studies, Simple and Complex Financial Models, Confidentiality Agreements, Engagement Letters, Financial Due Diligence, Valuation workings, Deal Status Reports etc.)
• Execution of end to end M&A, Debt, Equity and PE Deals and structured finance transactions
• Interaction and coordination with clients to assist in submitting timely response to queries from investors, bankers, third parties
• Understanding client needs and objectives towards evaluation of new opportunities
• Understanding of DFSA compliance procedures and regulations
• Strong network of clients, investors (family groups, private equity and venture capital firms)
• Proficiency with MS Office, virtual data-room platforms, Industry as well as Financial Research data platforms (Bloomberg, Reuters, Pitchbook, Capital IQ, etc.)

Knowledge and Skills

• Chartered Accountant / Masters degree in Finance with a minimum of 10+ years of post-qualification experience in the investment banking industry
• Good understanding of the M&A Lifecycle and process (pre-deal, diligence, valuation and post-deal)
• Strong analytical and presentation skills and a commercial approach to resolving issues and providing advice
• Demonstrated experience with managing of day to day aspects of client relationships and projects and working with diverse teams