Chief Investment Officer
Delta International Real Estate · Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
Apply & track with Apply EdgeReports to: Managing Director / BoardRole PurposeLead Delta’s investment strategy and transform development opportunities into bankable, investable and profitable real estate projects. The CIO will be responsible for the financial and investment side of every major opportunity from initial assessment through structuring, funding, investment approval and exit.Key Responsibilities
- Lead feasibility studies, financial modelling, investment appraisal and sensitivity analysis for new developments.
- Evaluate land opportunities, joint ventures, development agreements and acquisition opportunities.
- Structure transactions with landowners, investors, funds, lenders and strategic partners.
- Develop the optimal capital structure for each project, including equity, debt, land-in-kind and development partnerships.
- Establish project IRR, equity returns, development margins, cash requirements and exit strategies.
- Lead investment due diligence covering financial, commercial, legal and market considerations.
- Prepare investment recommendations for the Managing Director and Board.
- Support negotiations of term sheets, JV structures and investment agreements.
- Monitor the investment performance of Delta’s portfolio and identify corrective actions where required.
- Work closely with Development, Commercial and Business Development teams from opportunity origination through execution.Candidate Profile
- 10–15+ years’ experience in real estate investment, development, private equity, investment banking or real estate funds.
- Strong track record structuring significant real estate transactions.
- Advanced financial modelling and feasibility capabilities.
- Strong understanding of Saudi/GCC real estate development and financing.
- Experience with mixed-use, hospitality, residential and large-scale developments is highly desirable.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Real Estate or related discipline; MBA/CFA advantageous.
- Excellent Arabic and English preferred