Vice President Equity Capital Market (ECM)

Job Title: Vice President – Equity Capital Markets (ECM)

Job Overview: A leading Investment Bank in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Vice President – Equity Capital Markets (ECM) to join its growing team. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in structuring, executing, and managing ECM transactions, including IPOs, rights issues, private placements, and follow-on offerings.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead the structuring, execution, and marketing of ECM transactions, including IPOs, secondary offerings, and equity-linked instruments.
2. Develop and oversee financial models, valuation analyses, and equity structuring strategies.
3. Manage due diligence processes, regulatory filings, and documentation in compliance with CMA (Capital Market Authority) regulations.
4. Coordinate with internal teams, legal advisors, auditors, and regulatory bodies to ensure seamless transaction execution.
5. Act as a trusted advisor to corporate clients, family offices, and government-related entities on ECM strategies.
6. Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including institutional investors, sovereign funds, and family offices.
7. Provide insights and recommendations on market trends, pricing strategies, and investor sentiment.
8. Identify and originate new ECM opportunities, expanding the firm’s deal pipeline.

Qualifications & Experience:

1. Education: Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related fields. CFA or MBA is a plus.
2. Experience: 7–10 years of relevant ECM experience in an investment bank, advisory firm, or financial institution.
3. Strong track record in executing ECM transactions, particularly in Saudi Arabia or the GCC region.
4. In-depth knowledge of capital markets, CMA regulations, and equity structuring.
5. Excellent financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills.
6. Strong client management, leadership, and communication abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience working with Saudi or GCC-based clients is advantageous.
2. Fluency in Arabic is an advantage but not mandatory.
3. Established relationships with institutional investors and family offices in the region.