INFRASTRUCTURE ADVISORY & PROJECT FINANCE

Your key responsibilities -

You will be responsible for assisting clients in the development and implementation of strategies to advance large-scale infrastructure and other projects. You will play a key role on advising on the feasibility, structuring, funding and closing of financing for infrastructure projects and/or procurements, including contract negotiation and project management.

2 different profiles and skill sets -

1. Individuals with a good knowledge of Public-Private Partnerships (PPP), concessions and transaction structures. Project Financing knowledge with an understanding of project finance modelling, financing markets, infra procurement and delivery will be highly valued.
2. Individuals with deep industry sector experience with track record in - (a) Value Frameworks which ensure that investments are targeted in the right areas; ensuring an optimal balance of expenditure across key asset classes, enhancements, renewals, maintenance and operations (b) Innovation Programmes, leading to adoption and embedment of innovative tools, optimized processes and agile strategies for Portfolio Asset Management

Priority focus areas include Renewables, Water, Rail & Road, Logistics, Urban Infrastructure, Sports & Events.

To qualify for the role you must have -

• A professional qualification (MBA and/or CFA) is preferred; an engineering qualification would be an advantage
• Directly relevant work experience on large scare infra projects of approx. 2-3 years for Analyst, with experience on large-scale infra projects. Total overall experience is often more.
• Experience in a top-tier advisory firm, infrastructure service provider, developer, bank, relevant government agency or other relevant sector experience
• Experience in structuring and financing transactions and/or procurements and the commercial aspects of relevant project documents
• Proven quantitative analytical capabilities and financial modelling experience is preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills and comfortable presenting to senior client personnel
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities

Fluency in Arabic would be an advantage