Project Finance Associate/Associate Director | Riyadh, SA

Michael Page; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent international financial services group in Riyadh is seeking a Project Finance Associate/Associate Director. The successful candidate will lead high-impact infrastructure finance deals and work with a recognized investment banking team, contributing to project finance debt raising. The role requires over 5 years of experience, a relevant Bachelor's degree, and strong deal-making skills. This position offers professional development in a dynamic business environment.

Benefits

Opportunity to lead strategic transactions

Exposure to diverse sectors including energy and infrastructure

Professional development within a global team

Qualifications

• 5+ years in project/infrastructure advisory or financing, preferably in MENA.
• Strong deal record and product knowledge across the project finance lifecycle.
• CFA qualification and sector experience in Oil & Gas or Energy Transition are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial due diligence for PPP/project finance transactions.
• Prepare marketing materials including pitch decks and RFP responses.
• Structure debt for greenfield projects with a focus on bankability.
• Oversee financial model development and guide junior team members.
• Manage stakeholder coordination and transaction-specific reporting.

Skills

Project/infrastructure advisory

Communication skills

Financial modeling

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Engineering, or Business Management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Project Finance Associate/Associate Director

Project Finance Associate/Associate Director

• Lead high-impact infrastructure finance deals in Saudi Arabia
• Work with a globally recognised investment banking team

• Lead high-impact infrastructure finance deals in Saudi Arabia
• Work with a globally recognised investment banking team

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a prominent international financial services group operating in the Middle East. The Project & Export Finance team plays a critical role in advising clients on project finance debt raising, supporting government procurement of PPP/BOOT transactions, and deploying balance-sheet solutions across the group. The team is known for its rigorous execution standards, collaborative culture, and commitment to delivering tailored financing solutions. The successful candidate will report to the Co-head of Investment Banking and be based in Riyadh, contributing to a dynamic and growing business environment.

Job Description

• Lead commercial due diligence for PPP/project finance transactions
• Prepare marketing materials including pitch decks and RFP responses
• Structure debt for greenfield projects with a focus on bankability
• Oversee financial model development and guide junior team members
• Manage stakeholder coordination and transaction-specific reporting

The Successful Applicant

• 5+ years in project/infrastructure advisory or financing, preferably in MENA
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Engineering, or Business Management
• Strong deal record and product knowledge across project finance lifecycle
• Excellent communication skills; Arabic or Mandarin is a plus
• Proficient in MS Office; CFA qualification and sector experience in Oil & Gas or Energy Transition are advantageous

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to lead strategic transactions in a high-growth market
• Exposure to diverse sectors including energy, petrochemicals, and infrastructure
• Professional development within a globally integrated investment banking team

Contact
Shahzeb Alam

Quote job ref
JN-072025-6782126

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