Lead Investment & Deal Structuring Strategist

Parsons Oman; Farasan; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm in Jazan is seeking a Lead Investment & Deal Structuring Strategist. This senior position requires expertise in financial modeling and the ability to manage high-value investment opportunities across various sectors. Candidates should have a strong background in investment banking and proven negotiation skills. This role provides a chance to influence strategic partnerships and drive investment strategies aligned with developmental goals.

Benefits

Endless growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 15 years of senior-level experience in investment banking or corporate finance.
• Proven track record in sourcing and closing high-value investment deals.
• Advanced expertise in financial modeling and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and execution of high-value investment opportunities.
• Conduct financial modeling and feasibility studies.
• Negotiate terms and oversee investment transaction processes.

Skills

Financial analysis

Negotiation

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field

MBA, CFA or related certifications

Job description

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Lead Investment & Deal Structuring Strategist to join our team! In this role you will will spearhead the identification, valuation, structuring, and execution of high-impact investment opportunities across JCPDI’s real estate, hospitality, entertainment, industrial, and commercial sectors. This senior role requires exceptional financial acumen, deep industry expertise, and the ability to convert complex opportunities into bankable deals that attract premier local, regional, and international investors. The position will lead strategic partnerships and joint ventures; source and engage suitable investors; negotiate and structure investment terms; and manage end-to-end transaction processes. Acting as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, the role ensures all deals align with JCPDI’s long-term development goals, regulatory requirements, and economic growth objectives.

Organizational Relationship:

Reports to the Director, Investment Development Department of the Royal Commission in Jazan. Will be directly involved in briefing senior Royal Commission Management and representing the Royal Commission at high-level meetings and consultation with other Government organizations, private sector investors and industry stakeholders.

What You'll Be Doing:

Investment Origination & Strategy

• Lead the sourcing, assessment, and execution of high-value investment opportunities, including joint ventures and public-private partnerships (PPP).

• Develop and implement investment strategies aligned with JCPDI’s economic development objectives and asset monetization plans.

• Identify market trends, risks, and opportunities to proactively shape JCPDI’s investment positioning.

Financial Analysis & Deal Structuring

• Conduct comprehensive financial modeling, valuations, and investment feasibility studies.

• Structure creative financing solutions, including equity, debt, and mezzanine instruments, to maximize project viability and returns.

• Prepare and present compelling investment cases to attract and secure funding from targeted investors.

Negotiation & Execution

• Lead investor negotiations and structure partnership terms that balance JCPDI’s strategic objectives with investor requirements.

• Oversee due diligence, regulatory compliance, and closing processes for investment transactions.

• Draft and finalize joint venture agreements, shareholder frameworks, and partnership documentation in coordination with legal teams.

Stakeholder Engagement & Network Development

• Maintain and expand a strong network of Middle East investment funds, institutional investors, high-net-worth individuals, and strategic partners in the real estate, commercial & industrial sectors.

• Serve as the primary liaison for investor relations, building long-term partnerships and repeat investment channels.

• Represent JCPDI at industry conferences, roadshows, and high-level investment meetings.

Leadership & Capacity Building

• Mentor and develop junior investment team members, enhancing the organization’s investment capabilities.

• Contribute to cross-functional collaboration, ensuring integration between investment, legal, policy, engineering, and planning departments.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field (MBA, CFA, or additional certifications in M&A, corporate law, or investment strategy preferred).

• 15 years of senior-level experience in investment banking, private equity, real estate investment, or corporate finance, with a strong focus on both industrial and commercial real estate.

• Proven track record in sourcing, structuring, and closing complex, high-value investment deals — including cross-border transactions, PPPs, JVs, mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.

• Advanced expertise in financial analysis and modeling (DCF, IRR, NPV, sensitivity analysis), asset valuation, due diligence, and risk assessment.

• Strong knowledge of foreign direct investment (FDI), public-private partnerships (PPP), and investment promotion, ideally with experience in the Middle East market.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Established network of institutional investors, private equity firms, investment funds, and financial institutions in the Middle East.

• Deep understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks governing international investments and economic development projects.

• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with C-suite executives, government stakeholders, and global investors.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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