Associate / Senior Associate - Investments

Qataryello; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 257,069 - 440,690; Full time

Job summary

Qataryello, based in Abu Dhabi, seeks an experienced professional in M&A with a strong focus on financial modelling and valuation. The role involves supporting end-to-end transaction execution, preparing presentations for stakeholders, and conducting market research.

The ideal candidate has 3-7 years of experience in Private Equity or Corporate M&A, along with excellent communication skills and attention to detail. This position requires a full-time commitment in Abu Dhabi, including relocation for candidates based outside the region.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years' experience in Private Equity or Corporate M&A.
• Strong financial modelling and valuation skills (advanced Excel required).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end M&A transaction execution.
• Develop and maintain complex financial models.
• Prepare investment committee materials.
• Conduct market research and target screening.
• Assist with portfolio monitoring.
• Support post-acquisition integration.

Skills

Financial modelling

Valuation skills

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Our client is a recently established Abu Dhabi-based investment platform backed by prominent regional institutions. With a multi-billion-dollar mandate, the platform is focused on acquiring and scaling businesses globally.

• Support end-to-end M&A transaction execution, including financial modelling, valuation, and due diligence
• Develop and maintain complex financial models (returns analysis, sensitivities, scenario planning)
• Prepare investment committee materials and high-quality presentations for senior stakeholders
• Conduct market research and target screening across global energy services and technology sectors
• Assist with portfolio monitoring, including tracking financial and operational performance of portfolio companies
• Support post-acquisition integration and value creation initiatives where required
• Work closely with senior leadership in a fast-paced, lean team environment

• 3-7 years' experience in Private Equity or Corporate M&A
• Strong financial modelling and valuation skills (advanced Excel)
• Excellent presentation and communication skills (PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated ability to work in a hands-on, high-performance environment
• Commercial mindset with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a lean, entrepreneurial setup with high ownership
• Sector experience in energy is beneficial but not required
• Must be willing to be based full time in Abu Dhabi (requires relocation to Abu Dhabi for Dubai based candidates)