Associate - Private Equity

Dubai Permanent View Job Description
Our client is a well‑established private equity investment firm with a strong track record across the GCC. They are seeking a Private Equity Associate to support investment execution and portfolio management within a growing, entrepreneurial team.
  • Opportunity to join a high‑performing regional private equity platform
  • Broad exposure across the full investment lifecycle

About Our Client

The client is a multi‑dimensional investment firm investing across private equity and venture capital platforms, with a strong focus on the GCC region.

Job Description

The successful candidate will play a key role across sourcing, evaluating, executing, and managing private equity investments.

Responsibilities include:

  • Supporting deal sourcing, evaluation, and execution across multiple sectors
  • Conducting financial analysis, modelling, commercial due diligence, and market research
  • Preparing investment memoranda and materials for investment committee review
  • Supporting portfolio management and value creation initiatives post‑investment
  • Working closely with management teams and senior stakeholders
  • Building and maintaining strong industry relationships across the region

The Successful Applicant

  • 2-6 years' experience in investment banking, private equity, strategy consulting, or Big Four transaction services
  • Proven transaction exposure and strong analytical capability
  • Excellent financial modelling and valuation skills
  • A hands‑on, proactive mindset and comfort working in a lean team environment
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Fluency in English; Arabic language skills are beneficial but not essential
  • Willingness to be based in Dubai or Abu Dhabi

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to join a high‑performing regional private equity platform with an active, hands‑on investment approach
  • Broad exposure across the full investment lifecycle, from sourcing and execution through to portfolio management
  • Lean team environment offering early responsibility and direct access to senior decision‑makers
  • Flexible location across Dubai or Abu Dhabi, with strong regional deal exposure
Contact
Zaynah Aboobaker
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7008742

Job summary

Sector
Banking & Financial Services
Subsector
Venture Capitalism & Private Equity
Industry
Financial Services
Location
Dubai
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Zaynah Aboobaker
Job reference
JN-052026-7008742