Managing Director - Investments Financial Service Sector

Lead the assigned sector as its accountable investment and portfolio leader, with end-to-end investment ownership and performance accountability across sector strategy, investment planning, origination, investment product development, transaction execution, active asset management, value creation and exits. Own the delivery of approved sector investment plans, risk-adjusted return objectives and measurable KPIs, and manage allocated capital in accordance with the applicable Investment Policy Statements (IPS), fund mandates, Company s investment policies, delegated authorities and governance approvals. Report to the CIO and lead the assigned investment team, coordinating with Fund Directors, Capital Raising and corporate support functions Sector Strategy, Investment Planning and Performance • Develop, propose and, following approval, execute a differentiated sector investment strategy, investment thesis and multi-year plan aligned with the Company s strategy and relevant investment mandates. • Own the annual sector investment plan, including target markets and subsectors, origination priorities, deployment and realization plans, capital requirements, portfolio construction, resources and financial forecasts. • Set and manage sector-level and mandate-specific targets and KPIs covering pipeline quality and conversion, deployment, investment returns, value creation, exits, risk and portfolio concentration; report variances and corrective actions. • Continuously review sector developments, market conditions, valuations, competition and regulatory changes; update strategy and investment priorities for approval as required. • Ensure investment decisions and portfolio construction comply with each applicable approved IPS, risk appetite, allocation limits and fund-specific investment restrictions Investment Product Development and Structuring • Lead the development and structuring of sector-focused investment products, including direct investment structures, co-investments, investment platforms, funds, separately managed mandates and other tailored solutions, translating sector themes into credible institutional investment propositions. • Define the proposed product investment thesis, eligible assets, investment universe, target returns, risk limits, portfolio construction, deployment schedule, liquidity and exit profile, investment pipeline and proposed economics, in coordination with relevant functions. • Work with Capital Raising and Fund Directors on investor market sounding, institutional requirements, product positioning, fund documentation and launch readiness; retain accountability for the investment strategy and underwriting content, while Capital Raising leads fundraising and distribution. • Present new product concepts, business cases and investment mandates to the relevant approval bodies before launch or commitment. Origination, Underwriting and Full Transaction Execution • Own and actively develop a high-quality sector pipeline through proprietary sourcing, strategic relationships, intermediaries, portfolio networks and regional partners. • Lead opportunity screening, investment underwriting, financial modelling, valuations, commercial, legal, financial and tax due diligence, risk analysis and investment committee materials. • Lead investment structuring and negotiations, including governance rights, investor protections, financing, management incentives, downside safeguards and exit provisions. • Account for full execution of approved investments, from initial assessment through approvals, documentation, funding and closing, ensuring discipline on timing, costs and investment quality. • Present and defend investment recommendations, assumptions, risks, returns and proposed mitigants to the relevant investment committees; transact only within approved mandates and authorities. Active Portfolio Management and Value Creation • Act as the accountable investment owner for assigned assets, ensuring clear investment cases, 100-day priorities where appropriate, value creation plans, operating KPIs and accountable management actions. • Lead portfolio reviews and oversee operating, financial, strategic and governance performance against underwriting, approved budgets and fund/sector return targets. • Engage portfolio company boards and management to drive growth, profitability, cash generation, capital efficiency, operational improvement, governance and strategic initiatives; serve on boards when appointed. • Support executive management in strategic investor discussions and external stakeholder engagement. Exit Planning and Realization • Own exit planning from entry, including target holding periods, value creation milestones, exit readiness, buyer universe and potential realization routes. • Develop, recommend and lead approved exit strategies, including trade sales, secondary sales, IPOs, recapitalizations and other realization structures. • Monitor realizations against return and timing objectives, and capture investment lessons to improve future underwriting and portfolio management. Investment Governance, Risk and Performance Accountability • Ensure compliance with approved IPSs, investment mandates, investment limits, delegated authorities, conflicts procedures, valuation policies and investment committee requirements. • Coordinate with Investment team, Risk, Compliance, Legal, Finance and Capital Raising to ensure clear ownership, effective controls, transparent reporting and timely escalation of material matters. • Develop succession and capability plans and promote sound commercial judgement, professional ethics and collaboration. People Leadership and Cross-Functional Collaboration • Lead, coach and evaluate the sector investment team; assign deal and asset ownership, set performance objectives and build capabilities in investment execution, sector expertise, investment product structuring and active asset management. • Ensure clear delegation and accountability across Sector Managers, Associates, and Analysts, with escalation to Management for strategic decisions and matters outside delegated authority. • Collaborate with other Managing Directors and Fund Directors to share opportunities, expertise and resources and uphold consistent investment standards across the Company. • Minimum 10 years of relevant investment experience, with substantial direct private equity experience and demonstrated leadership of investment teams or portfolios. • Proven end-to-end investment track record including sector strategy, origination, execution, active value creation, portfolio management and realized exits. • Demonstrated ability to design or structure investment funds, co-investments or institutional investment products and to work effectively with fundraising and fund management functions. • Strong understanding of IPS-driven portfolio management, fund mandates, investment governance, risk-adjusted returns, performance measurement and institutional investor expectations. • Experience in Oman, GCC and internationally with established investment relationships are preferred. • Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, business or a related discipline is required. • A relevant master's degree, MBA or professional qualification such as CFA, CAIA or Chartered Accountant is required.