Director of Investments

Foreground LLC; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 1,000,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Foreground is partnering with a high-growth private equity firm in Riyadh to appoint a Director of Investments who will lead deal sourcing, commercial evaluation, and portfolio value-creation initiatives. The role sits at the strategic core of the investment lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will have a background in private equity, investment banking, or corporate finance, with proven capability in originating opportunities, structuring complex transactions, and driving post-acquisition value.

Qualifications

• Background in private equity, investment banking, corporate finance, or strategy.
• Proven capability in originating opportunities, structuring complex transactions, and driving post-acquisition value.
• Strong financial modelling skills and understanding of the GCC investment landscape.

Responsibilities

• Lead deal sourcing and commercial evaluation across asset classes.
• Oversee due diligence and structuring of transactions.
• Drive post-acquisition value creation and portfolio performance.
• Engage with senior stakeholders, board members, and portfolio executives.

Skills

Private equity

Investment banking

Corporate finance

Strategy

Financial modelling

GCC market knowledge

Stakeholder management

Education

MBA or CFA

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Foreground is partnering with a high-growth private equity firm in Riyadh to appoint a Director of Investments who will lead deal sourcing, commercial evaluation, and portfolio value-creation initiatives. The firm is expanding its regional footprint and requires a leader who can shape investment theses, oversee due diligence, and drive execution across multiple asset classes. This role sits at the strategic core of the investment lifecycle and requires a commercially intuitive, analytically strong investment professional.

The ideal candidate will bring a background in private equity, investment banking, corporate finance, or strategy, with proven capability in originating opportunities, structuring complex transactions, and driving post-acquisition value. Strong financial modelling skills, a deep understanding of the GCC investment landscape, and the ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders, board members, and portfolio executives are essential.