Manager - Corporate Finance & Business Development

High Street Resources; Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global organization in trade and logistics is seeking a Manager – Corporate Finance & Business Development in Dubai. This role focuses on investment evaluation, supporting M&A transactions, managing financial models, and providing analysis for long-term growth. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of relevant experience, strong financial modeling skills, and excellent project management abilities. Professional qualifications like CFA or MBA are preferred. Join a world class company with a robust regional presence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in investment banking, Big 4 transactions advisory, corporate finance, consulting, or corporate development.
• Proven ability to conduct financial due diligence on acquisition targets.
• Strong analytical, presentation, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess new investment opportunities through market research, due diligence, and feasibility studies.
• Support negotiations with advisors, bankers, and legal teams on partnerships and M&A transactions.
• Manage end-to-end transaction processes, from evaluation to post-deal integration.
• Build and maintain financial models for investments and projects.
• Conduct pre- and post-investment reviews of major capital expenditure projects.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Presentation skills

Written communication

Education

CFA

CA

ACCA

CPA

CIMA

MBA

Job description

We are partnering with a leading global organization in trade, logistics, and infrastructure to hire a Manager – Corporate Finance & Business Development. This is an excellent opportunity to join a world‑class company with a strong regional and international footprint.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting business development, M&A, and investment activities across the GCC, Levant, and Iraq. You will evaluate new opportunities, lead transaction processes, and deliver financial and strategic analysis for projects that drive long‑term growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess new investment opportunities through market research, due diligence, and feasibility studies; provide insights to senior leadership for decision‑making.
• Support negotiations with advisors, bankers, and legal teams on partnerships, joint ventures, and M&A transactions.
• Manage end-to-end transaction processes, from evaluation and valuation to completion and post‑deal integration.
• Build and maintain financial models for investments, joint ventures, greenfield projects, and real estate opportunities.
• Provide recommendations based on financial analysis, risk/return assessment, and group policy.
• Conduct pre‑ and post‑investment reviews of major capital expenditure projects using KPIs such as ROI, NPV, IRR, and Payback period.
• Prepare clear, concise presentations and reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in investment banking, Big 4 transactions advisory, corporate finance, consulting, or corporate development.
• Strong financial modeling and valuation skills (DCF, market multiples, etc.).
• Proven ability to conduct financial due diligence on acquisition targets.
• Excellent project management and ability to deliver under pressure.
• Strong analytical, presentation, and written communication skills.

Preferred

• Professional qualifications such as CFA, CA, ACCA, CPA, or CIMA; MBA is an advantage.
• Experience in logistics, ports, or infrastructure sectors.
• Proficiency in Arabic is a plus.