Subject Matter Expert – Real Estate & Hospitality Investment Banking

Subject Matter Expert – Real Estate & Hospitality Investment BankingLocation: Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaEngagement type: Part-time, long-term advisoryEstimated commitment: ~10 days per monthDuration: Structured as renewable phases, with a total potential engagement length of up to 18 monthsOverviewWe are seeking a highly experienced Subject Matter Expert with a strong investment banking background in the real estate and hospitality sector to support a long-term advisory engagement in Riyadh. The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in capital raising, capital structuring, and joint venture development, advising on strategic initiatives for a leading Sovereign Wealth Fund and large-scale real estate/hospitality developments.This is a senior, VP-level equivalent role (Associate Director level within a boutique investment bank context), suited to an established practitioner who can operate as a trusted thought leader both internally and with client stakeholders.Topic ExperienceGeneral corporate financeFinancial modeling and financial analysis (credit and/or valuation)Strong understanding of debt and equity advisory, equity and debt financing markets and products, including structures and investor baseIndustry ExperienceGeneralist covering multiple sectors, with a focus on Real Estate and Infrastructure considered advantageousSpecialization within Real Estate, ideally including experience structuring joint venture (JV) deals for land development with government entities and large-scale hotel/hospitality companiesKey ResponsibilitiesAdvise a leading Sovereign Wealth Fund on capital raising strategies, capital structures, and funding modelsProvide insights on how to raise capital, whether through debt or equityDevelop optimal capital structures tailored to client needsIdentify and recommend the best funding modelsEngage and interface directly with investorsAct as a recognized thought leader within this specialist area, both internally and externallyManage client relationships, working collaboratively with project teams and bringing subject matter expertise to on-site engagementsBuild long-term relationships with clients, fostering trust, confidence, and satisfaction with the advisory work deliveredCandidate ProfileSignificant investment banking experience within real estate and hospitalityProven track record structuring JV transactions for land development involving government/sovereign counterparties and major hospitality operatorsComfortable operating at VP/Associate Director levelAvailable for a part-time, recurring on-site commitment in RiyadhIf the above aligns with your background and is an opportunity you'd be interested in, apply now!