Investment Manager | Education Sector | Saudi Arabia

Rawaj - Human Capital Management; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education management firm in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is seeking an Investment Manager with 10 to 15 years of experience in finance and management. The role involves developing and implementing investment strategies, collaborating with departments, and advising top executives. Candidates should have strong analytical skills and a background in financial investments, ideally in the education sector. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and CFA certification are preferred for this pivotal position.

Qualifications

• 10 to 15 years of experience in finance and management.
• Experience in financial investments and portfolio management.
• Experience in an investment bank is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with departments to evaluate project effectiveness.
• Analyze KPIs to evaluate operational performance.
• Implement best practices for investment efficiency.
• Develop and manage the investment budget.
• Maintain communication with all departments.
• Develop investment strategies aligned with company goals.
• Select financial assets based on market analysis.
• Advise on investment policies that enhance shareholder value.

Skills

Analytical skills

Risk management

Decision-making skills

Financial modeling

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Economics

Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) certification

Job description

Leverage your abilities and join the dynamic team of a leading company in the education sector, specializing in education management. The company operates across seven locations. They are committed to delivering high-quality educational programs that foster academic excellence.

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia,

The Investment Manager will be responsible for ensuring the alignment and integration between investment activities and related strategies, strengthening competitiveness through developing and implementing investment strategies, work plans, and operational mechanisms. The role includes providing insights on investment strategy based on current market conditions and overseeing implementation within the company, subsidiaries, and sister companies.

Key Accountabilities

1. Collaborate with the financial management and other departments to evaluate the effectiveness of projects and ensure alignment with overall investment goals and objectives.
2. Analyze KPIs to evaluate operational performance, identify areas for improvement, and develop and execute related management plans.
3. Implement best practices, update systems, and lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance investment efficiency and effectiveness.
4. Develop and manage the investment budget, monitor costs, control operating expenses, allocate resources, and manage risks.
5. Maintain close coordination and communication with all departments to strengthen working relationships that support effective decision‑making and problem‑solving.
6. Develop appropriate investment strategies that align with company development goals and make necessary adjustments.
7. Select effective financial assets among various classes based on market analysis and forecasts.
8. Participate with internal investors regularly to build trust and strengthen investment confidence.
9. Advise the Executive Vice President of Strategy, CEO, and Board of Directors on investment policies and strategies that enhance shareholder value.
10. Build strong relationships with investment institutions, stockbrokers, and financial analysts.
11. Ensure the development of KPIs aligned with investment goals.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Economics (or any related field).
• From 10 to 15 years of experience in finance and management.
• Experience in financial investments and portfolio management, in the education sector or other sectors.
• Strong analytical experience in stock, risk management, and asset valuation.
• Ability to manage market challenges and volatility while applying appropriate risk control strategies.
• Experience dealing with boards of directors and shareholders and providing effective investment advice.
• Experience in an investment bank is an added advantage.
• Strong decision‑making skills based on financial data and market forecasts.
• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) certification preferred.
• Strong business planning, financial modeling, budgeting skills, and negotiation & presentation skills.