Investment Advisor – Mergers & Acquisitions

Our client is a boutique UAE-based transaction advisory and management consulting firm, advising on strategic, financial, and operational matters across complex transactions and business transformations.We are hiring a commercially astute Investment Advisor for our consulting firm client, specialising in mergers & acquisitions, valuations, and business sales.The role covers the full engagement lifecycle from initial client enquiry through investor outreach to deal completion or delivery of valuation projects.Candidates must have a strong consulting background, exceptional financial analysis and valuation expertise, and the ability to manage client relationships while successfully driving transactions.Role SummaryManage client relationships from first meeting to closing the deal or completing valuation projects.Lead and coordinate all stages of M&A and valuation projects - conduct valuations, financial modelling, and in-depth market and industry analysis.Prepare investor materials - pitch decks, information memoranda, and executive summaries.Set up and manage virtual data rooms for investor due diligence.Research, identify, and approach potential investors or acquirers.Coordinate all stages of the M&A process with legal, tax, and advisory partners.Maintain accurate project records and status reports, and deliver clear, concise presentations and reports for management and clients.Mandatory Skills & ExperienceMinimum 5 years’ experience in consulting, corporate finance, or investment banking with direct exposure to M&A and end-to-end transaction or valuation project management.Strong understanding of valuation methodologies, M&A processes and transaction structures, with advanced financial modelling skills and expert-level Excel proficiency.Proven ability to prepare investor materials, manage data rooms, and deliver professional presentations and reports.Excellent client-facing and relationship management skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly.Exceptional research and analytical abilities, synthesising market data into actionable insights.EducationBachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field; CFA, ACACandidate ProfileCurrently living in the UAE.Fluency in English is mandatory – professional appearance with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Results driven, tenacious and client driven.#J-18808-Ljbffr