Investment Associate

AimGulf; Dubai; On-site; AED 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

PageGroup's Dubai-based financial services arm seeks an experienced investment professional to lead M&A and private equity opportunities across the GCC. The role requires building financial models, preparing investment memoranda, and coordinating with legal and tax advisors to drive value creation across portfolio investments.

With 5–7 years in investment banking or related fields, you will interact with senior management and investors, presenting clear recommendations and enabling strategic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business or related field.
• CFA, ACA, CA or similar professional qualification is advantageous.
• 5–7 years of experience in Investment Banking, M&A, Private Equity or Principal Investments.
• Strong transaction execution experience across mergers, acquisitions, or investments.
• Experience developing investment committee materials and transaction analyses.
• Experience interacting with senior stakeholders and management teams.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and execute M&A, private equity, and strategic investment opportunities.
• Build and maintain detailed financial models and valuation analyses.
• Prepare investment memoranda, presentations, and investment committee materials.
• Conduct commercial, financial, operational, and market due diligence.
• Perform sector research, market mapping, and target screening exercises.
• Support transaction execution processes from origination through completion.
• Coordinate with legal, financial, commercial, and tax advisors.
• Analyse industry trends and identify potential investment opportunities.
• Monitor portfolio company performance and key operating metrics.
• Assist management teams with strategic and operational initiatives.
• Engage with senior stakeholders, investors, and external advisors.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Support business development and relationship management activities.
• Contribute to value creation projects across portfolio investments.

Skills

Advanced financial modelling

Valuation analyses

Commercial acumen

Analytical skills

Multi-workstream management

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics/Accounting/Business

CFA/ACA/CA or similar qualification advantageous

Job description

Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Work Mode: On-site

Job Reference/ID: JN-102026-7126427

Job Description / Role:

Join a leading investment and advisory platform in a growth sector. The firm partners with investors, operators, and management teams on acquisitions, strategic investments, and value creation initiatives across the region.

This role offers exposure to high-profile M&A and investment transactions across the GCC.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and execute M&A, private equity, and strategic investment opportunities.
• Build and maintain detailed financial models and valuation analyses.
• Prepare investment memoranda, presentations, and investment committee materials.
• Conduct commercial, financial, operational, and market due diligence.
• Perform sector research, market mapping, and target screening exercises.
• Support transaction execution processes from origination through completion.
• Coordinate with legal, financial, commercial, and tax advisors.
• Analyse industry trends and identify potential investment opportunities.
• Monitor portfolio company performance and key operating metrics.
• Assist management teams with strategic and operational initiatives.
• Engage with senior stakeholders, investors, and external advisors.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Support business development and relationship management activities.
• Contribute to value creation projects across portfolio investments.

Experience Required:

• 5-7 years of experience within Investment Banking, M&A, Private Equity, or Principal Investments.
• Strong transaction execution experience across mergers, acquisitions, or investments.
• Experience developing investment committee materials and transaction analyses.
• Experience interacting with senior stakeholders and management teams.
• Healthcare sector exposure is beneficial but not essential.

Education Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, or a related field. CFA, ACA, CA, or similar professional qualification is advantageous.

Skills Required:

• Advanced financial modelling and valuation skills.
• Strong commercial and analytical acumen.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced and entrepreneurial environment.

Employment / Job Type: Full Time

Nationality: Any Nationality

About the Company:

Global professional recruitment consultancy and part of London listed PageGroup. The firm specialises in qualified professional and management hiring across finance, banking, technology, engineering, property and construction, legal, human resources, sales, marketing, and supply chain. Its Middle East business operates from Dubai and publishes widely used regional salary guides.

Company Industry: Financial Services

Department / Functional Area: Corporate Finance / Mergers & Acquisitions

Closing Date: Not mentioned (apply as soon as possible)