Director- Bid Support

Gridlines; United Arab Emirates; Hybrid; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing international consultancy is seeking an experienced Director in the Project Finance advisory sector. This position will involve leading and building the project finance team, contributing to business development, and inspiring a high-performing culture. Candidates should possess over 10 years of relevant experience, demonstrate strong analytical skills, and have a degree in a numerate discipline. This role offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements in the UAE.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunities for professional growth

Access to financial modelling tools

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in financial advisory/financial modelling.
• In-depth understanding of accounting concepts; accounting qualification is beneficial.
• Recent hands-on experience in financial modelling for Project Finance transactions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the growth and development of the project finance team.
• Review and interpret commercial documentation for financial models.
• Instil a collaborative high-performing culture in the team.

Skills

Drive

Innovation

Collaboration

Excellence

Analytical skills

Project Finance expertise

Education

Degree in a numerate discipline

Postgraduate qualification in accounting or finance

Tools

Excel

FAST financial modeling standard

Job description

Company

Gridlines is a rapidly growing international consultancy practice. We are a truly joined‑up global brand working on some of the most exciting project finance and infrastructure projects globally. We love to work with exciting clients that are making a big impact on the world around us, helping to tackle some of the world's greatest challenges. We plan to continue our rapid expansion and are looking for entrepreneurial leaders to join us on this journey.

Role

We are seeking an experienced Director who is an established leader in the Project Finance advisory sector. This is an exciting opportunity to take a leading role in establishing and building the Gridlines team in the region. The role will involve establishing and leading the growth of the Gridlines business within the region.

• A competitive base salary with flexible working arrangements, including a mixture of office‑based, working from home, and working on client sites.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and development as we expand.
• Access to cutting‑edge financial modelling tools and resources.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture.

Operations

Lead in the growth and development of the project finance team in the country. Lead multiple teams across a portfolio of active assignments. Provide strategic guidance and insight into the structuring of transactions.

• Review and interpret commercial documentation and ensure it is reflected accurately in the financial model.
• Lead in the development and enhancement of our financial modeling methodologies and tools, driving continuous improvement and innovation.
• Lead in the planning of resources across the team.

People

Develop and inspire a market‑leading team. Instil a collaborative high‑performing culture.

Growth

Lead in the growth of the project finance practice in the country. Lead in the business development and growth ambitions of a key sector of the business. Lead in the development of client pitches.

Key Skills and Qualifications

• We hire exceptional individuals who can demonstrate our core values of Drive, Innovation, Collaboration and Excellence.
• Entrepreneurial flair and a drive to create something exceptional.
• A respected leader within the project finance sector.
• Sector leading expertise in Project Finance – 10+ years of relevant experience in a financial advisory/financial modelling role within a recognized advisory practice.
• In-depth understanding of accounting concepts; an accounting qualification is beneficial.
• Strong analytical skills with proven experience in building and operating financial models using Excel.
• Recent hands‑on experience in financial modelling for Project Finance transactions.
• Degree qualified in a numerate discipline; a postgraduate qualification in accounting or finance is beneficial.
• Experience with the FAST financial modeling standard is desirable.