ASC - Sr Investment Specialist

Our Client operates in the Oil and Energy industry, with its headquarters rooted strongly in Saudi Arabia. It has its branches spread to more than 50 countries, providing employment to more than 68,500 people all over the world. They fall under the Fortune 500 Companies. They are one of the world’s largest oil producers. They are constantly growing by creating new technologies through its Research and Development efforts and branch into new business lines through Investments and Acquisitions.

Responsibilities-

Investment Strategy and Sourcing:

• Develop and execute investment strategies for late-stage investments.
• Identify and source high-potential investment opportunities.
• Build and maintain a strong network of industry contacts, entrepreneurs, and other venture capital firms.

Due Diligence and Evaluation:

• Lead due diligence efforts, including financial analysis, market research, and competitive analysis.
• Evaluate business models, growth potential, and risk factors of prospective investments, and present findings to the Investment Committee.

Portfolio Management:

• Provide strategic guidance and operational support to portfolio companies.
• Monitor performance and assist in developing and executing growth strategies.
• Represent the firm on the boards of portfolio companies as needed.
• Collaborate with relevant entities to explore joint ventures or acquisition opportunities within the portfolio.

Operational Strategy and Support:

• Develop and implement operational strategies to enhance the performance of portfolio companies.
• Work closely with portfolio company executives to identify and address key operational challenges.
• Provide expertise in areas such as sales, marketing, product development, and organizational development.
• Stay current with industry trends, market dynamics, and emerging technologies.
• Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and networking functions.
• Contribute thought leadership through articles, panels, and other public forums.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to portfolio company executives and boards.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, partners, and industry experts.
• Represent the firm in portfolio company board meetings and strategic discussions.
• Collaborate with relevant entities to explore joint venture or acquisition opportunities within the portfolio.

Special Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership and project management abilities.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with executives and stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of operational best practices and industry trends.
• Strategic thinker with a results-oriented mindset.
• Collaborative and able to work effectively in a team environment.
• High integrity and professional maturity.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Science, or a related field; MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in operational leadership roles, preferably within venture capital, private equity, or high-growth technology companies.
• Proven track record of driving operational improvements and value creation.
• Experience in executive-level advisory roles and board governance.
• Must be a strategic thinker with deep industry knowledge and a proven track record in venture capital or private equity.
• Must have a strategic mindset and a hands-on approach to problem-solving.