Issuer Relations & Market Engagement Lead

Qatar Stock Exchange; Doha; On-site; QAR 180,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Qatar Stock Exchange invites applications for the Head of Issuer Services and Investor Relations to establish and lead a dedicated unit. The role reports to the Chief Commercial & Investment Officer and will design the operating model, service catalogue, standards, and commercial positioning, scaling it into a recognized center of expertise for issuers.

You will engage with listed and prospective issuers, guidance on disclosure, governance and sustainability, and work closely with Listings,

Qualifications

• 15+ years in investor relations or related capital markets roles.
• Experience building or leading new functions or teams.
• Strong communication with institutional investors and analysts.
• Experience within GCC/MENA markets is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead the Issuer Services and Investor Relations unit, including its operating model, service portfolio, governance framework, and commercial strategy.
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team, setting priorities, performance standards, and delivery expectations.
• Design and deliver market education programs, executive briefings, training, and practical guidance on investor relations, disclosure, governance, and sustainability reporting.
• Advise listed and prospective issuers on investor relations strategy, shareholder engagement, disclosure practices, sustainability reporting and investor targeting.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior executives, institutional investors, analysts, and key capital market stakeholders.
• Lead initiatives that enhance market quality, liquidity, research coverage, investor access, and the overall attractiveness of Qatar's capital market.
• Represent Qatar Stock Exchange at industry events, roadshows, and investor forums while collaborating with regulators and internal stakeholders to ensure governance and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor market trends, benchmark issuer practices and provide strategic recommendations to improve investor relations standards across the market.

Skills

Investor relations leadership

Governance expertise

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Market education

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or related field

Master's degree or CFA preferred

Job description

Qatar Stock Exchange invites applications for the Head of Issuer Services and Investor Relations to establish and lead a dedicated unit. The role reports to the Chief Commercial & Investment Officer and will design the operating model, service catalogue, standards, and commercial positioning, scaling it into a recognized center of expertise for issuers.

You will engage with listed and prospective issuers, guidance on disclosure, governance and sustainability, and work closely with Listings,