Head of Arranging, South European Bank, Riyadh

Delta Executive Search; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent consulting firm in Saudi Arabia is looking for a Head of Arranging to lead capital market transactions. The ideal candidate will have 10–15 years of investment banking experience, a track record in executing capital market transactions, and strong networks in the GCC. This role involves managing relationships, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with various stakeholders. This full-time position offers a critical opportunity to establish a new platform within a key financial institution.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience in investment banking or capital markets.
• Demonstrated track record in executing DCM/ECM transactions.
• Strong relationships with investors and banks in the GCC.

Responsibilities

• Lead deal origination and structuring for capital markets transactions.
• Manage relationships with investors and arranges partnerships.
• Ensure compliance with fit-and-proper standards.

Skills

Investment banking expertise

Capital markets knowledge

Relationship management

Financial analysis

Negotiation skills

Job description

Head of Arranging, South European Bank, Riyadh

Consultant @ Delta Executive Search | Middle East & Africa

The Head of Arranging will lead arranging activities under a licensed Advisory & Arranging framework, driving the origination, structuring, and execution of capital markets transactions for corporate and institutional clients. The role is central to establishing a new platform in Saudi Arabia and positioning the firm as a trusted arranger for debt and equity capital markets solutions aligned with national economic transformation initiatives.

The Head of Arranging reports directly to the local CEO and works in close coordination with the Head of Advising to ensure proper segregation between Arranging and Advising activities. The role also maintains functional alignment with global Corporate & Investment Banking and Strategy teams for transaction structuring, approvals, and best practice support. The position interacts regularly with Compliance, Finance, Treasury, and other central functions as part of the governance framework.

Responsibilities

• Lead deal origination and structuring of Debt & Equity Capital Markets transactions
• Manage investor and arranger relationships in KSA, driving syndication and co‑arrangement partnerships
• Coordinate with arranging support teams to align structures and approvals
• Report to the CEO while maintaining Chinese walls between Arranging and Advising activities
• Meet the fit‑and‑proper standards as well as the technical criteria required by the CMA (CMA exams, corporate finance/advisory modules, or exemption)

Requirements

• 10–15 years of experience in investment banking, capital markets, or structured finance, ideally within the GCC
• Demonstrated track record in originating and executing DCM/ECM or private placement transactions
• Strong network of relationships with regional investors, banks, and corporate issuers
• Deep understanding of capital markets structures, financial analysis, and transaction documentation
• Familiarity with CMA regulatory framework and ability to meet fit‑and‑proper criteria, including relevant CMA exams or exemptions
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder‑management skills
• Ability to operate effectively in a lean, entrepreneurial environment while coordinating with international teams

Seniority Level

Director

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Finance

Industries

Financial Services and Investment Banking