VP / Senior Associate, Global Consumer & Retail Investments, Leading Middle Eastern Sovereign Wealth Fund (Role based in GCC)

Key Responsibilities: Originate, research, and evaluate investment opportunities across Consumer & Retail subsectors Build and maintain detailed financial models, valuation analyses, and investment decision materials Support execution of both private and public market transactions, including negotiated deals and selective public investments Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external advisors throughout the execution process Prepare investment committee papers, presentations, and supporting analysis for senior leadership review Support post-investment portfolio monitoring, including performance tracking, risk assessment, and quarterly reporting Contribute to portfolio reviews and ongoing investment recommendations Requirements 5+ years of experience in a top-tier investment bank, advisory firm, or leading private equity platform Strong background in M&A or principal investing, ideally with exposure to Consumer & Retail transactions Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related discipline (MBA or CFA a plus)