Intern - PPP and Deal Advisory

Knight Frank Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 33,480 - 55,800; Full time

Job summary

A leading property consultancy in Saudi Arabia is seeking an Intern to support its PPP & Deal Advisory team. You will assist with research, data collection, and analysis for public-private partnerships and other projects. Ideal candidates should have a strong interest in real estate and be pursuing a degree in finance or related fields, with strong analytical and communication skills. This role offers excellent exposure to real-world projects and transactions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 3.65 or equivalent.
• Strong interest in PPP, deal advisory, and transactions.
• Good analytical skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with research and data collection for feasibility studies.
• Conduct secondary market research on real estate and PPP sectors.
• Support preparation of presentations and advisory reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, Economics, Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Job description

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Posted on 02/24/2026

The Intern will support the PPP & Deal Advisory team on research, analysis, and general project support across public-private partnership (PPP), real estate, and infrastructure assignments.

This role is intended to provide practical exposure to live projects, transaction advisory processes, and strategic studies, working closely with and under the guidance of senior team members.

Responsibilities

• Assist with research, data collection, and basic analysis to support feasibility studies, business cases, and advisory reports.
• Conduct secondary market research on real estate, infrastructure, and PPP sectors (regional and international).
• Support the preparation of presentations, reports, pitch materials, and internal briefing documents.
• Assist in maintaining and updating project files, databases, and internal records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Help coordinate inputs from internal teams (research, valuation, strategy, finance) for advisory deliverables.
• Gain exposure to PPP frameworks, deal structures, and real estate advisory processes.
• Monitor key market trends and developments to support informed project discussions.
• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure tasks are delivered on time and to a high standard.
• Support general administrative and project-related tasks as required by the team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Engineering, Business, Real Estate, Urban Planning, or related discipline, with a minimum GPA of 3.65 or equivalent.
• Strong interest in PPP, deal advisory, real estate, infrastructure, and transactions.
• Good analytical and research skills, with attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work proactively, manage multiple tasks, and learn in a fast-paced advisory environment.
• Strong team player with a professional attitude and willingness to learn.
• Basic understanding of the regional business environment is an advantage.
• The ability to understand and make use of computers and information technology (Knight Frank internal systems).
• Certifications and Licenses: KSA driving license.
• Software: Microsoft Office programs to an advanced level, particularly Excel. Familiarity with financial modelling software and tools would be beneficial.
• Language skills: Fluency in English, written and verbal. Fluency in Arabic or other languages is advantageous.
• Travel: Flexible attitude towards travelling.

About Company

Knight Frank LLP is the leading independent global property consultancy. Headquartered in London, the Knight Frank network has 740+ offices across 50+ territories and more than 27,000 people. The Group advises clients ranging from individual owners and buyers to major developers, investors, and corporate tenants. For further information about the Firm, please visit www.knightfrank.com. In the MENA region, we have strategically positioned offices in key countries such as the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, and Egypt. For almost 2 decades, we have been offering integrated residential and commercial real estate services, including transactional support, consultancy, and management. Understanding the unique intricacies of local markets is at the core of what we do, we blend this understanding with our global resources to provide you with tailored solutions that meet your specific needs. At Knight Frank, excellence, innovation, and a genuine focus on our clients drive everything we do. We are not just consultants; we are trusted partners in property ready to support you on your real estate journey, no matter the scale of your endeavour.