Investment Manager - Private Equity & Growth

Investment Manager – Private Equity & GrowthAbout the opportunityOur client is seeking an Investment Manager to join its Private Equity and Growth team, supporting investments in businesses with strong fundamentals and clear potential to scale.The team works closely with founders and management teams to support business expansion, strengthen operations and pursue strategic acquisitions. The role combines investment analysis and transaction execution with active involvement in portfolio development.This opportunity would suit an investment professional with proven GCC experience, sound commercial judgement and an interest in working with businesses throughout their growth journey.Key responsibilitiesIdentify investment opportunities: Research sectors and businesses across the GCC, assess market developments and contribute to the identification of private equity and growth investment opportunities.Evaluate businesses: Analyse business models, competitive positioning, financial performance and growth potential, identifying the principal drivers of value and investment risk.Develop financial analysis: Build and review financial models, valuations and return scenarios to support investment decisions.Manage due diligence: Take ownership of transaction workstreams, coordinating commercial, financial and other due diligence with management teams, internal colleagues and external advisers.Prepare investment recommendations: Develop investment papers setting out the investment thesis, proposed transaction structure, key risks and opportunities for value creation.Support transaction execution: Work alongside senior investment professionals on structuring, negotiations and the completion of investments.Contribute to portfolio development: Monitor portfolio performance and work with management teams on operational improvements, regional expansion and potential acquisition opportunities.Build relationships: Develop relationships with founders, business owners, advisers and other participants in the regional investment community.Candidate profile6–10 years of relevant professional experience.Proven experience investing in the GCC is essential, with a demonstrable track record of completed regional transactions and clear evidence of individual involvement.An investment banking or consulting background within a GCC institution.Strong financial modelling, valuation and due diligence capabilities.Commercial judgement, including the ability to assess business quality, growth opportunities and downside risks.The ability to manage transaction workstreams and present clear, well-supported investment recommendations.Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with founders, senior management teams and external advisers.Transaction experienceCandidates should be prepared to provide a CV and a concise deal sheet summarising their relevant GCC transactions. This should outline the country, sector, transaction type, completion status and the candidate’s specific contribution.Company names and transaction values should be included where disclosure is permitted. Confidential transactions may be anonymised.