Group Finance Director, Investment Group, Dubai

Hanson Search; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational investment group is seeking a Group Finance Director to lead its financial strategy and governance in Dubai. The ideal candidate will possess significant leadership experience in finance, strong knowledge of IFRS, and a background in private equity and M&A. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on execution, providing the opportunity to make a substantial impact across a diverse international portfolio within a rapidly growing organization. The successful candidate will enjoy competitive compensation and significant autonomy.

Benefits

Competitive executive-level compensation

Significant autonomy and strategic influence

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a senior finance role within a multinational organization.
• Strong background in private equity, investments, corporate finance, and M&A.
• Experience managing cross-border structures and international accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Group's financial strategy and ensure alignment with corporate objectives.
• Develop and implement financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Oversee accurate and transparent financial reporting across group entities.

Skills

Leadership experience

Financial planning and analysis

Strong IFRS knowledge

Exceptional communication skills

Attention to detail

Commercial judgement

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent)

Job description

Group Finance Director role for a Multinational Investment Group

We are recruiting for a Group Finance Director in Dubai for a fast-growing, multinational investment group. In this role, the Group Finance Director will have overall responsibility for the financial health, governance and strategic direction of the Group. Furthermore, they will act as a key advisor to the Chairman, CEO and senior leadership team. As such, the position combines high-level strategic input with detailed financial oversight. In turn, this supports capital raising, investment activity, M&A and portfolio performance across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities for the Group Finance Director Role

• Lead the Group’s financial strategy, ensuring alignment with overall corporate objectives
• Develop and implement robust financial planning, budgeting and forecasting processes
• Oversee the preparation and timely delivery of accurate, transparent financial reporting across all group entities, in line with IFRS
• Partner closely with the Chairman & CEO on capital raising, including private equity, venture capital and debt financing
• Lead M&A activity, including financial due diligence, valuation, negotiation and post‑acquisition integration
• Contribute to the development and execution of the Group’s corporate and investment strategy
• Identify, assess and mitigate financial and operational risks across the Group
• Oversee treasury, cash‑flow management and capital allocation
• Build, lead and mentor a high‑performing international finance team, fostering a collaborative and performance‑driven culture
• Act as a key interface with investors, banks, auditors and external advisers

Group Finance Director Candidate Profile

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent)
• Proven leadership experience in a senior finance role within a complex, multinational or investment‑led organisation
• Strong background in private equity, investments, corporate finance, capital raising and M&A
• Deep understanding of financial planning, analysis and reporting, with strong IFRS knowledge
• Experience managing cross‑border structures and international accounting standards
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior executives, investors and external stakeholders
• Highly detail‑oriented, proactive and results‑driven, with strong commercial judgement
• Comfortable operating in fast‑paced, demanding environments and under pressure
• Collaborative, relationship‑focused leadership style

The Opportunity for a Senior Finance Leader

This role presents an exceptional opportunity for a high‑calibre Group Finance Director in Dubai to play a pivotal role in the continued growth of a rapidly expanding, high‑growth investment group. The successful candidate will be comfortable balancing strategic leadership with hands‑on execution and will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across a diverse global portfolio.

Executive Compensation and Strategic Scope

• Competitive executive‑level compensation
• Significant autonomy and strategic influence
• Direct exposure to investment decision‑making and value creation
• Long‑term opportunity within a growing international investment platform.

If you have the relevant experience and this opportunity sounds interesting to you, please get in touch with our team, including a copy of your CV as soon as possible via the form below.

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