Director of Investments

Foreground Consultancy; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A private equity firm in Riyadh is seeking a Director of Investments to lead deal sourcing and oversee due diligence to drive execution across asset classes. The ideal candidate has a strong background in private equity or investment banking and is adept at structuring transactions and engaging with senior stakeholders. Strong financial modelling skills and understanding of the GCC landscape are essential. This role is crucial for shaping investment strategies and driving portfolio value creation.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead deal sourcing and commercial evaluation.
• Shape investment theses and oversee due diligence.
• Drive execution across multiple asset classes.

Skills

Driving

Corporate Finance

Due Diligence

Investments

Sourcing

Banking

Strategy

Finance

Job description

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.

Required Skills:

Driving
Corporate Finance
Due Diligence
Investments
Sourcing
Banking
Strategy
Finance