Manager / Portfolio Manager, International Private Equity, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Job Description
About our client
Our client is a leading investment fund based in Abu Dhabi with a growing global private equity platform. The organisation is well capitalised and invests across developed and emerging markets through a diversified strategy including both co-investments and fund commitments.
The private equity team is composed of high-calibre investors with experience from leading global institutions and operates in a collaborative, international environment. With a strong pipeline of opportunities and a nimble investment process, the team is actively deploying capital across a wide range of sectors and geographies.
They are now seeking a Senior Investment Professional to join the team and play a key role in the sourcing, execution, and management of private equity investments.
What the job involves- Leading the evaluation and execution of private equity investments across co-investments and fund investments
- Sourcing and assessing investment opportunities across global markets
- Conducting financial analysis, valuation work, and commercial due diligence
- Leading transaction processes and coordinating with advisors and investment partners
- Preparing investment committee materials and presenting investment opportunities internally
- Managing relationships with external managers, sponsors, and partners
- Monitoring portfolio companies and fund investments
- Contributing to the development and expansion of the firm's global private equity portfolio
- Senior investment professionals with experience in direct private equity investing
- Must have experience of leading multiple private equity direct / co-investments in North America / Europe
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Willingness to be based in Abu Dhabi
- Candidates should have a strong academic background from a leading university in finance, economics, business, or a related discipline
- Low ego, team-player