Senior Associate, Finance, Oil and Gas Investment Platform, Dubai, UAE

PER, Private Equity Recruitment; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Associate for a dynamic energy sector firm in Dubai. The role involves supporting the finance team with strategic financial projects, conducting market research, and assisting with fundraising in the oil and gas industry. Ideal candidates have investment banking experience and strong academic backgrounds in finance or engineering.

Qualifications

• Experience in investment banking with a focus on project finance in the energy sector.
• Ability to build and maintain advanced financial models.
• Proficient in conducting detailed market research.

Responsibilities

• Support the finance team with research and execution.
• Assist with raising debt and equity for energy projects.
• Prepare presentations and strategic analysis for senior management.

Skills

Project finance expertise

Financial modeling

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Mathematics, Engineering, Economics, or Physics

Master's degree in a relevant field

CFA or MBA

Job description

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Overview

Our client is a dynamic international firm with a strong presence in the energy sector. They are seeking a Senior Associate to join their expanding finance team. The role is based full time in their Dubai office with a competitive package. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-impact projects in the oil and gas sector while contributing to the firm's strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide research and execution support to the finance team, contributing to the development and implementation of the company's financial and investment strategy
• Build and maintain advanced financial models to support ongoing projects and provide strategic recommendations
• Conduct detailed research into energy markets, oil and gas companies, and financing opportunities for the firm's projects
• Assist with raising debt, equity, and financing for energy projects, with a focus on upstream oil and gas operations in Iraq and other regions
• Collaborate with senior management to prepare high-quality presentations, strategic analysis, and reports
• Support business development efforts by identifying and evaluating new opportunities aligned with the company's growth plans
• Work closely with internal teams and external advisors to ensure compliance with financial regulations and strategic goals

Qualifications

• A professional from investment banking with expertise in project finance and the energy sector, particularly oil and gas
• Strong academic background with a Bachelor\'s and Master\'s degree in Finance, Mathematics, Engineering, Economics, or Physics most preferred. A CFA or MBA is a plus
• Proficient in financial modelling and data analysis, with a keen ability to develop actionable insights and solutions
• Familiarity with project finance in investment banking, including the unique challenges faced by companies raising funds for oil and gas projects
• A data-driven problem-solver who can adapt to complex, fast-paced environments and deliver high-quality results

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