Investments Manager

OVERVIEW                                                                                               

NEOM is an accelerator of human progress and a vision of what a new future might look like. A region in northwest Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea, NEOM is being built from the ground up to include hyperconnected, cognitive cities, ports, next-generation infrastructure and industries, enterprise zones, research centers, sports and entertainment venues and tourist destinations.

As a destination, it will be a home for people who dream big and want to be part of building a new model for exceptional livability, creating thriving businesses and reinventing environmental conservation.

As a workplace, it is a place for people who share our core values of care, curiosity, diversity, passion, respect, and becoming a catalyst for change.

Are you ready to help NEOM find solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges? Are you prepared to create a lasting legacy that benefits generations to come? Then we want to hear from you!

ROLE OVERVIEW

NEOM is a new vision of what the future could be. It’s an attempt to do something that’s never been done before and it’s coming at a time when the world needs fresh thinking and new solutions. NEOM will not only be a destination, but a home for people who dream big and who want to be part of building a new model for sustainable living. NEOM will be a hub for innovation, where established global businesses and emerging players can research, incubate, and commercialize groundbreaking technologies to accelerate human progress.

The Investments Manager will support the Senior Manager in leading the mandated streams of investment/partnerships into NEOM, including, but not limited to, develop a customized business case, work with external financial advisors, and prepare the relevant presentations and investment memos.

ROLE COMPETENCIES & ACTIVITIES

The Investments Manager’s responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

Key Responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of NEOM’s Investment strategy.
• Support and contribute to commercial and technical due diligence workstreams of identified opportunities and produce qualitative and quantitative analysis. 
• Manage relationships with external advisors including, but not limited to, financial and technical.
• Assist partnerships to deliver results and build strong long-term partner relationships.
• Develop a deal wise dashboard highlighting key aspects of deal by leveraging qualitative and feasibility aspects of the transactions.

Culture

• Help instill a culture of accountability, humility, transparency, and performance within NEOM Investment Office 
• Promote an excellent working environment embracing NEOM’s values

Culture and Values

• Embrace NEOM’s culture and Values https://www.neom.com/en-us/about.
• Act with honesty and integrity by following best practices, and upholding the robust standards and expectations set out in NEOM’s Code of Conduct.
• Maintain fair, ethical and professional work practices in accordance with NEOM’s Values and Code of Conduct.
• Adhere to NEOM’s Policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with rules. 

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• 3+ years of experience working in investment banking, private equity and/or investing. 
• Strong experience in financial advisory and deal structuring
• Quantitative and qualitative analytical experience coupled with knowledge of operating principles.
• Experience in working in matrix organizations and understanding in leading or being part of functional projects across a global cross-functional team. Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in risk management, Business Administration, Engineering, Urban Planning, or related field.
• Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
• Industry certifications in BCI, PMI, ITIL, or equivalent is desirable.
• Strong analytical experience and presentation skills with unique attention to details. 
• Skilled communicator who can operate as a team player and influence change.
• Proven ability to maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, while coordinating multiple tasks / priorities.
• Ability to undertake strategic thinking and adapt to a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, business administration or equivalent knowledge/ experience.
• preferable CFA Charter holder/candidate.