Investment Analyst

Job Title: Investment Analyst – Global Investment Firm Location: Dubai, UAE NEW role working for a global investment firm based in Dubai, UAE. Joining the Investment and Portfolio Management Team that drives the expansion of the Real Estate platform by analysing M&A growth opportunities and provides strategic oversight of existing and future real estate portfolios. Supporting the deal team in underwriting and execution of investment opportunities and managing assets / portfolios from investment through to exit.Essential candidate requirements:Exceptional financial modelling skills with demonstrated expertise in financial analysis and model managementStrong understanding of detailed financial statement reporting and analysis, financial structures and instrumentsDetailed understanding of corporate and asset valuations, P&L, JV’s and financingAbility to analyse and value public and private companiesStrong sense of price/value with ability to identify risks, value drivers, information inconsistencies and value opportunitiesAbility to proactively research investment and funding opportunities both at a corporate and asset levelExperience in applying valuation methodologies (DCF, multiple analysis, cap rate valuation etc)Ability to coordinate between and act as the go-to point across various teams (internal, external)Advanced MS Excel, MS Powerpoint and MS Word skillsEssential qualifications:Appropriate degree in accounting / finance / managementPost graduate studies in finance (eg CFA), MBA or CA/CPA qualified 2 - 5 years of relevant experience in investment banking, corporate finance, and consulting or funds managementExperience of working on real estate assets, particularly hospitality, while not mandatory, is a positiveSalary offered AED 30,000 – AED 40,000 per month + plus bonus (approx. 30-35%). Standard benefits include home flight allowance, medical & life insurance