M&A Corporate Finance Analyst

Progressive GE; Dubai; On-site; AED 600,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy business in Dubai seeks an M&A Corporate Finance Associate with extensive experience in project finance and investment banking. The role involves evaluating and executing strategic transactions across oil & gas, power generation, and renewable energy sectors. Candidates should have a strong background in structured financing and ECA-backed deals. Attractive remuneration package includes AED 50-55K per month, private medical insurance, annual flights, and schooling benefits for children.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Annual Flights

Schooling for up to 3 children

Bonus

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in project finance, investment banking, or corporate development.
• Experience in oil & gas, power generation, and renewables.

Responsibilities

• Handle evaluation, structuring, and execution of strategic transactions.
• Involve in buy-side and sell-side mandates and corporate growth initiatives.

Skills

Corporate Finance

Project Finance

M&A

Investment Banking

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance

ACCA/CA/CPA, CFA, MBA

Job description

M&A Corporate Finance Associate

Work Location: Dubai, UAE

Preference given to candidates who are already based in the UAE with Middle East market experience.

Estimated Remuneration: AED 50-55K pm circa + Private Medical Insurance + Annual Flights + Schooling (if applicable for up to 3 children) + Bonus

About the Client

A privately owned energy business with international assets.

Role Purpose

To handle the evaluation, structuring, and execution of strategic transactions across the oil & gas, power generation, and renewable energy sectors.

You will bring experience in project finance and working knowledge of Export Credit Agencies (ECAs) and other structured financing instruments.

This role involves both buy-side and sell-side mandates, greenfield project development, and corporate growth initiatives across global markets.

Required Experience

• 7-10 years of experience in project finance, investment banking, ECA-backed deals, or corporate development, ideally in energy and infrastructure sectors.
• Must-have experience: Oil & Gas (upstream/midstream/LNG), Power Generation (CCGT, thermal), Renewables (solar, wind, battery storage).
• Desirable experience: Hydrogen, Carbon Capture, Water/Desalination, Infrastructure (ports, pipelines, industrial zones).

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.

ACCA/CA/CPA, CFA, MBA, or relevant certification is an added value.

To find out more about Progressive Recruitment, please visit www.progressiverecruitment.com

Awards

Award winner of:

• KSA Recruitment Company of the Year, Best Executive Search Firm of the Year by TALint Recruitment Awards 2019/2020
• Best Engineering Recruitment Firm of the Year by Recruitment International Awards 2018

Skills

Corporate Finance, Project Finance, buy side, sell side, M&A, Mergers & Acquisitions, ECA-backed deals, Investment Banking