Associate Director - Institutional Investor Relations & Financing Analytics

Lendo; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 149,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Riyadh is seeking an Associate Director to enhance institutional investor relationships and assist in financing strategies. The ideal candidate will possess 4-10 years of relevant experience, strong financial modeling skills, and proficiency in data analysis tools. Responsibilities include managing investor engagements, supporting capital-raising efforts, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.

Qualifications

• 4–10 years of experience in structured finance, investment banking, asset management, or fintech financing.
• Solid understanding of sukuk, securitization, and alternative credit structures.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support in developing capital-raising strategies targeting institutional investors.
• Manage day-to-day investor engagement, preparing presentations and updates.
• Coordinate with legal and operational teams for smooth transaction execution.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial modeling

Data analysis

Investor engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related field

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

Python

Job description

As Lendo continues to scale, we’re seeking a proactive and analytical Associate Director to strengthen our institutional investor relationships and support financing strategies. In this role, you’ll play a key part in capital-raising efforts by engaging with banks, asset managers, sovereign wealth funds, and other institutional partners.

Overview

Role summary and scope as described above.

Investor Coverage & Financing Partnerships

• Support in developing and executing capital-raising strategies targeting institutional investors, banks, asset managers, and sovereign wealth funds.
• Manage day-to-day investor engagement: preparing presentations, performance updates, and responding to due diligence requests.
• Assist in structuring and negotiating financing transactions (warehouse lines, sukuk issuances, securitizations, mezzanine facilities).
• Guide investors through the full cycle: from initial engagement to documentation, legalization, and contract signing.

Transaction Execution & Risk Oversight

• Coordinate with legal, compliance, credit and operations teams to ensure smooth transaction execution.
• Monitor covenant compliance, investor reporting obligations, and risk retention requirements.
• Ensure activities align with CMA, SAMA, and international standards while respecting Shariah-compliant frameworks.

Data Analysis & Financial Insights

• Leverage financial and market data to support investor discussions and decision-making.
• Build, analyze, and present data dashboards and reports using Excel, Power BI, and Tableau.
• Monitor investment performance, trends, and industry benchmarks (particularly in the mining and related sectors) to inform both internal strategy and external communications.

Qualifications

• 4–10 years of experience in structured finance, investment banking, asset management, or fintech financing.
• Strong background in financial modeling, portfolio analysis, and transaction analytics.
• Solid understanding of sukuk, securitization, and alternative credit structures.
• Demonstrated ability to engage with institutional investors and present complex financial information clearly.
• Proficiency in Excel, SQL/Python, or BI tools for data analysis and reporting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related field; CFA or FRM preferred.
• Arabic language skills a plus, but not required.