· Assisting in the execution of M&A, PE, VC, IPO, SPO transactions (ECM) and bond / sukuk / real estate certificate issuances and other products (DCM)
· Performing financial analysis and creating financial models
· Drafting information memorandums and other marketing documents for potential transactions: “if you can’t make it desirable, nothing is sellable”
· Conducting industry, market, company-specific and potential investor research: “Data is the king & new currency”
· Coordinating data room during due diligence process
· Participating in the preparation of client pitch presentations
· Researching M&A, private placement, bond market issues and identification of market opportunities
Skills Needed:
· Dynamic, proactive and result-oriented profile
· Drive, enthusiasm, creativity and excellent interpersonal skills: “Open minded & accepted the fact that learning is life long process”
· Quantitative and analytical mindset is a must: “cause & effect must always be on mind”
· Advanced interpersonal skills and a good team player
· Sound judgment and ability to take the initiative when needed: “Ability to evaluate what-if scenarios and act accordingly”
· Balancing multiple engagements and responsibilities: “able to switch between projects without struggling much”
· Exceptional presentation skills: “plan ahead and think before you speak type of behavior”
· University degree from a reputable university (MBA, CFA is a plus)
· New graduates or 1 - 2 years of experience in corporate finance preferably in an investment bank, big 4 audit companies, M&A house or a PE company
· Interest in M&A, privatizations, equity capital market issuances, debt capital market issuances (corporate bonds / sukuks (Islamic bonds) / real estate certificate) and in valuation, business modeling and sector research
· Excellent command of written and spoken English with another foreign language being a plus
· Preferably a good knowledge of financial reporting, accounting and / or IFRS
· Outstanding knowledge of MS Office applications