VP, M&A & ECM Dubai — Middle East Focus

Aventus; Dubai; On-site; AED 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Aventus in Dubai is seeking a Vice President to join its M&A and Equity Capital Markets team. The role targets an investment banking professional with strong execution experience across both M&A and ECM, with Middle East exposure highly advantageous.

You will work with senior bankers on origination and execution, manage junior team members and drive processes forward while maintaining a sharp focus on client relationships and market dynamics across the MEA region.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of investment banking experience, ideally gained within a leading international or regional investment bank.
• Demonstrable transaction experience across both M&A and ECM.
• Strong understanding of M&A processes, valuation, financial modelling and equity capital markets.
• Proven ability to manage transaction workstreams independently and operate effectively under tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical, financial modelling and presentation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Middle East transaction experience strongly preferred, with broader EMEA experience considered highly advantageous.
• Sector-agnostic experience is welcomed; the role will cover a broad range of industries.

Responsibilities

• Execute M&A advisory and ECM transactions from origination through to completion.
• Support senior bankers in developing and executing strategic and corporate finance mandates.
• Prepare detailed financial models, valuation analyses, transaction materials and pitch books.
• Lead day-to-day execution of transactions, coordinating with clients, advisors, legal counsel and other stakeholders.
• Develop high-quality presentations, including M&A, ECM and strategic advisory materials.
• Conduct detailed company, industry and market analysis to support transaction and origination activity.
• Take ownership of workstreams and ensure transactions progress efficiently against key deadlines.
• Manage and mentor Analysts and Associates, providing guidance on analysis, modelling and transaction execution.
• Contribute to client relationship development and support senior bankers in identifying new business opportunities.
• Maintain a strong understanding of capital markets, M&A activity and investor sentiment across the Middle East and EMEA.

Skills

M&A experience

ECM experience

Financial modelling

Valuation

Presentation skills

Transaction management

Communication skills

Arabic (advantage)

Job description

Aventus in Dubai is seeking a Vice President to join its M&A and Equity Capital Markets team. The role targets an investment banking professional with strong execution experience across both M&A and ECM, with Middle East exposure highly advantageous.

You will work with senior bankers on origination and execution, manage junior team members and drive processes forward while maintaining a sharp focus on client relationships and market dynamics across the MEA region.