Project Finance Director

Main AccountabilitiesThe Project Finance Director for Veolia Near & Middle East region is responsible for managing all financial aspects of development projects from inception through to operational handover including acquisitions greenfield and brownfield developments M&A transactions and asset rotation activities. The role serves as the key financial advisor to Business Development teams and reports directly to the Veolia Near & Middle East CFO based in Dubai.Detailed Job DescriptionFinancial Modeling & Valuation:Develop comprehensive financial models for new projects and M&A opportunitiesPerform detailed valuation analysis and assess financial returns under IFRS standards (including IFRIC 12 and Asset Co/Op Co schemes)Challenge cost assumptions and build robust business plans for tender submissionsConduct impairment tests and support Long Term Plan growth projectsRisk Analysis & Management:Analyze and quantify risks associated with projects including operational (construction and operation) credit default currency and interest rate risksReview contracts from a financial perspective and build comprehensive risk matricesCoordinate insurance matters for Veolia Middle East operationsManage bond requirements for projectsTransaction Support & Structuring:Oversee M&A project management processes including due diligence financial planning scoping closing and integrationReview and optimize financial and legal structuring of projects including tax considerationsStructure project financing solutions in collaboration with banks and financial institutionsSupport Commercial teams in preparation and optimization of financial offers during prequalification and tender processesDocumentation & Governance:Review and co-draft finance-related provisions in contractual documentation (share purchase agreements shareholders agreements service agreements financing documentation) with Legal teamsPrepare investment memorandums and presentations for the Groups Investment CommitteeEnsure development projects comply with Group standards and criteriaEnsure smooth contract start-up and transition to project CFO for awarded contractsStakeholder Management:Interface with HQ expertise departments / Matrix management (Investment Control M&A Corporate Development Accounting Standards Tax Insurance)Liaise with external advisors financial advisors auditors and banking institutionsParticipate in financial negotiations with external partiesCoordinate research and analysis activities to assess strategic impact of opportunitiesQualifications :Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Business Administration or related field; MBA or professional qualification (CFA ACCA CPA) preferredMinimum 10 years of progressive experience in corporate and project finance ideally gained in investment banking multinational corporations or Transaction Services divisionsStrong understanding of IFRS accounting standards and their application to complex transactionsAdvanced financial modeling and valuation skillsSolid knowledge of corporate tax structures and business contractsExperience with project finance structuring and debt financing arrangementsExpertise in structuring bankable non-recourse project financingAbility to coordinate technical legal and financial due diligence for bankabilityFamiliarity with Near & Middle East markets and the soft mini perm-conceptFluent English required; Arabic or French is a plusAdditional Information :Personal AttributesStrategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesStrong anticipatory skills to identify potential issues before they ariseExcellent communication and presentation skills for diverse stakeholdersStrong negotiation skills with ability to defend financial positions internally and with other stakeholders.Ability to advocate effectively for projects interests.Collaborative team player able to work effectively across functions and with external partiesAutonomous self-starter capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlinesThrives in fast-paced evolving environments with competing deadlinesDynamic proactive personality with positive attitude and cultural sensitivityDetail-oriented with high degree of accuracy and financial rigorProven ability to lead develop and mentor high-performing finance teams membersAbility to analyze complex frameworks and identify optimization opportunitiesDemonstrated resilience and ability to perform under pressure while maintaining quality standardsFlexible and adaptable with willingness to work outside standard business hours when requiredExceptional ability to simplify and communicate complex financial concepts to non-specialist stakeholdersAs an inclusive company Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications without discrimination.The preceding description is not designed to be a complete or exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities that will be carried out by the selected candidate.Veolia Middle Ea