Project Finance Associate

Job description / Role

About our client

This opportunity is with a prominent international financial services group operating in the Middle East. The Project & Export Finance team plays a critical role in advising clients on project finance debt raising, supporting government procurement of PPP/BOOT transactions, and deploying balance-sheet solutions across the group. The team is known for its rigorous execution standards, collaborative culture, and commitment to delivering tailored financing solutions. The successful candidate will report to the co-head of investment banking and be based in Riyadh, contributing to a dynamic and growing business environment.

Job description

Lead commercial due diligence for PPP/project finance transactions
Prepare marketing materials including pitch decks and RFP responses
Structure debt for greenfield projects with a focus on bankability
Oversee financial model development and guide junior team members
Manage stakeholder coordination and transaction-specific reporting

The successful applicant

• 5+ years in project/infrastructure advisory or financing, preferably in MENA
• Bachelor's degree in finance, engineering, or business management
• Strong deal record and product knowledge across project finance lifecycle
• Excellent communication skills; Arabic or Mandarin is a plus
• Proficient in MS Office; CFA qualification and sector experience in oil & gas or energy transition are advantageous

What's on offer

• Opportunity to lead strategic transactions in a high-growth market
• Exposure to diverse sectors including energy, petrochemicals, and infrastructure
• Professional development within a globally integrated investment banking team