Investment Banking Division - MENA Coverage - Dubai

Morgan Stanley; Dubai; On-site; AED 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley’s Dubai team focuses on providing innovative financial solutions to global clients across corporations, banks and institutions. Associates work closely with senior bankers on high-impact transactions in a dynamic, international environment.

Open to international applicants, the role emphasizes analytical rigour, leadership, and collaboration within a premier global firm renowned for integrity, excellence and diversity.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in finance or related field required.
• 2+ years experience in investment banking or corporate finance advantageous.
• Strong modelling, valuation and analytical capabilities.
• Fluent in English; clear communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in execution of corporate finance transactions (M&A, IPOs, capital markets).
• Conduct financial and strategic analyses and industry research.
• Support team discussions and client meetings with prepared materials.
• Deliver accurate market judgments and present findings clearly to clients.

Skills

Investment Banking

M&A

Financial Modelling

English Fluency

Analytical Skills

Leadership

Education

Master's degree in Finance

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments and individuals from more than 1,200 offices in 43 countries.

Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments and individuals from more than 1,200 offices in 43 countries.
As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence and strong team ethic. Morgan Stanley can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career - a place for people to learn, to achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture.

Division

Morgan Stanley’s Investment Banking Division builds and maintains close relationships with corporations and governments around the world in order to provide both traditional and innovative solutions that meet their individual strategic and financial needs.

About The Team

Morgan Stanley's team in Dubai devises and executes innovative, customised solutions to our Clients' most challenging issues. The Group’s clients comprise of leading European Financial Institutions such as Banks, Insurances, Asset Managers and Exchanges. The Group excels in domestic and international / cross-border transactions including acquisitions, divestitures, mergers, joint ventures, corporate restructurings, recapitalisations, spin-offs, exchange offers, equity & debt capital market transactions, leveraged buyouts and takeover defences as well as shareholder relations.

About The Role

Associates work on assignments which include various types of different transactions (M&A, capital markets) and business development projects while interacting directly with senior-level financial and strategic decision-makers at some of the world’s largest corporations, as well as with smaller, emerging growth clients.

For this opportunity we are open to international applicants.

Responsibilities Will Include

• Managing and assisting in the execution of corporate finance transactions (including IPOs, M&A, strategic advisory).


• Performing financial analysis, strategic business analysis and detailed industry research.


• Contributing to team discussions and client meetings.


• Providing rapid and accurate market judgments to colleagues and clients.


• Preparing and delivering client presentations in a clear and compelling manner.


• Acting as a mentor and role model to Analysts; promoting team culture.


• Working closely with senior bankers on the team and across other groups.

Your Qualifications

• Top class Master’s degree or overseas equivalent in or related to finance from a leading university


• Minimum 2 years experience


• Relevant Investment Banking (corporate finance/M&A) experience or equivalent required


• Familiarity with the sector and corporate landscape is desirable


• Fluent in English


• Strong analytical and modelling skills – these are critical to success as an Associate


• Knowledge of basic accounting and financial concepts; ability to analyse and value businesses


• A positive, highly motivated individual who exhibits strong leadership and management qualities


• Strong understanding of professional ethics and regulatory environment


• Demonstrate best in class professional integrity


• Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential


• Strong work ethic and demonstrated commitment to excellence


• Committed to delivery of highest quality work product; strong attention to detail


• Proactive; self-motivated and goal oriented


• Strong organizational skills


• Ability to effectively prioritize and handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines


• Strong team player able to work effectively in a team environment

What You Can Expect From Morgan Stanley

At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.

To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents.

Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.

For more information, please visit: https://www.morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/eeo.