Director, M&A – GCC Cross-Border (Arabic Speaker)

Aventus; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment bank in Riyadh is looking for a Director – Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A). The ideal candidate will lead M&A transactions across key sectors in Saudi Arabia and the GCC, building strong relationships with senior clients and overseeing complex deal executions. This role requires 10-15 years of investment banking experience, a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, and a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape. The position also emphasizes mentoring junior staff and contributing to strategic growth aligned with Saudi Vision 2030.

Qualifications

• 10–15+ years of investment banking experience focused on M&A.
• Proven track record of originating and executing M&A transactions.
• Strong understanding of Saudi regulatory frameworks and capital markets.

Responsibilities

• Lead origination efforts for M&A mandates, including sell-side and buy-side.
• Develop and maintain relationships with senior executives.
• Oversee execution of end-to-end M&A transactions.
• Mentor junior team members and ensure high-quality deliverables.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Transaction execution

Strategic advisory

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or Business

MBA or CFA

Job description

A leading investment bank in Riyadh is looking for a Director – Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A). The ideal candidate will lead M&A transactions across key sectors in Saudi Arabia and the GCC, building strong relationships with senior clients and overseeing complex deal executions. This role requires 10-15 years of investment banking experience, a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, and a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape. The position also emphasizes mentoring junior staff and contributing to strategic growth aligned with Saudi Vision 2030.