Investment Associate

• Join a leading investment and advisory platform in a growth sector • Exposure to high-profile M&A and investment transactions across GCC Job Description • Evaluate and execute M&A, private equity, and strategic investment opportunities. • Build and maintain detailed financial models and valuation analyses. • Prepare investment memoranda, presentations, and investment committee materials. • Conduct commercial, financial, operational, and market due diligence. • Perform sector research, market mapping, and target screening exercises. • Support transaction execution processes from origination through completion. • Coordinate with legal, financial, commercial, and tax advisors. • Analyse industry trends and identify potential investment opportunities. • Monitor portfolio company performance and key operating metrics. • Assist management teams with strategic and operational initiatives. • Engage with senior stakeholders, investors, and external advisors. • Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership. • Support business development and relationship management activities. • Contribute to value creation projects across portfolio investments. What's on Offer • Opportunity to join a highly regarded regional investment platform. • Dynamic and entrepreneurial working environment. • 5-7 years of experience within Investment Banking, M&A, Private Equity, or Principal Investments. • Strong transaction execution experience across mergers, acquisitions, or investments. • Advanced financial modelling and valuation skills. • Experience developing investment committee materials and transaction analyses. • Strong commercial and analytical acumen. • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously. • Excellent presentation and communication skills. • Experience interacting with senior stakeholders and management teams. • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, or a related field. • CFA, ACA, CA, or similar professional qualification is advantageous. • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities. • Healthcare sector exposure is beneficial but not essential. • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment. • Based in, or willing to relocate to, Dubai.