Investment Director

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

Job summary

A leading investment firm based in Dubai is seeking an experienced Investment Director to drive sourcing and execution of investment opportunities in the sports and entertainment sector. The ideal candidate should have over 7 years of experience in private equity or related fields, showcasing a strong track record in deal closure and portfolio management. Responsibilities include identifying high-potential deals, conducting due diligence, and supporting post-investment growth. This is a unique opportunity to shape a new asset class in an exciting industry.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in private equity, venture capital, consulting, corporate development, or investment banking.
• Strong track record of closing deals and managing portfolios.
• Strategic thinker with high commercial acumen.
• Deep curiosity and passion for sports and entertainment.

Responsibilities

• Identify high-potential deals across sports and culture.
• Conduct deep qualitative and quantitative assessments.
• Lead negotiations and successful deal closure.
• Support asset and team growth post-investment.
• Contribute to broader investment strategy.

Skills

Deal Origination

Due Diligence

Portfolio Management

Strategic Planning

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Commercial Acumen

Tech Savvy

Entrepreneurial Thinking

Job description

Join the team reshaping the sports and entertainment economy. Stryde is the first regulated digital platform redefining access to sports, media, and entertainment by allowing individuals and institutions to seamlessly invest in one of the most exciting asset classes.

As Investment Director, you’ll lead the sourcing and execution of investment opportunities across established and emerging clubs, leagues, tournaments and much more.

Key Responsibilities

• Deal Origination & Sourcing: Identify high‑potential deals across sports and culture through direct relationships, accelerators, advisors, and industry events.
• Due Diligence & Evaluation: Conduct deep qualitative and quantitative assessments including financial modeling, market analysis, technical review, and founder evaluation.
• Transaction Execution & Structuring: Lead negotiations, term sheet development, legal coordination, and successful deal closure.
• Portfolio Management: Support asset and team growth post‑investment, helping structure governance, track performance, and potentially act as a board advisor or interim exec.
• Strategic Planning: Contribute to broader investment strategy and allocation frameworks, helping shape a new asset class.
• Stakeholder Management: Maintain strong relationships with founders, co‑investors, fund managers, and internal stakeholders ;
• Exit Strategy & Value Realization: Develop and execute exits or liquidity solutions that maximize investor returns.
• Present to investment committees and Stryde’s investor base.

Requirements

• 7+064 years in private equity, venture capital, consulting, corporate development, or investment banking, with a strong track record of closing deals and managing portfolios; Strategic thinker with high commercial acumen; Strong analytical andphis skills; Highly entrepreneurial and able to think outside the box as this is not a corporate job; Tech savvy with a strong knack for product; Deep curiosity and passion for sports and entertainment is a must.

This isn’t a normal job.

It’s a seat at the table in one of the most exciting spaces.