Value Creation and Strategy Analyst

Job description / Role

Value creation & strategy analyst

The Value Creation and Strategy team plays a pivotal role in shaping Shorooq's strategic direction and maximizing the potential of our portfolio companies. The team is responsible for developing and implementing initiatives that drive platform-level growth, optimize fundraising efforts, and strengthen investor relations. With a hands-on approach, we collaborate closely with Shorooq's leadership team, portfolio companies' founders, and other partners to deliver value across the investment lifecycle and to the ecosystem.

The VCS team focuses on three key pillars:

• Strategic advisory
• Capital advisory
• Talent advisory

The VCS team often operates as a fast response unit for any urgent matter, specifically when it comes to business development, relationship management with key stakeholders, and risk management. As part of this team, you will be exposed to a wide array of stakeholders, sectors, and initiatives while gaining unparalleled insight into MENAP's rapidly evolving investment landscape.

Key responsibilities:

Investor relations and fundraising support:

• Assist in preparing pitch decks, investment memos, and fund marketing materials for Shorooq's current and future funds.
• Oversee the production of the quarterly and annual reports for all funds under management.
• Analyze LP data and trends to inform fundraising strategies.
• Collaborate with internal teams to plan roadshows, events, and LP engagement activities.
• Engage in overall relationship management with limited partners and external stakeholders.

Portfolio value creation:

• Conduct deep-dive analyses of portfolio companies to identify growth opportunities, track performance metrics, and inform follow-on investment decisions.
• Assist portfolio companies on strategic aspects and in their fundraising efforts.
• Work on strategic projects such as exit planning, market expansion, or partnership development.
• Build the value creation playbook.

Rapid response unit and operational excellence:

• Prepare meeting materials and action plans for internal and external discussions.
• Support organizational initiatives such as conference participation, knowledge-sharing activities, and internal process optimization.

Market research and strategy development:

• Monitor regional and global market trends in venture capital, credit, and private equity as well as other asset classes.
• Research and draft reports on emerging investment themes and sector opportunities.
• Support internal strategic planning initiatives to refine Shorooq's positioning and offerings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's in finance, economics, business administration, or a related field; master's preferred but not required.
• 1-2 years (including internships) of relevant experience in investment banking, venture capital, private equity, management consulting, or similar fields.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; knowledge of Arabic is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for innovation, entrepreneurship, and making an impact in the MENA region and emerging markets.

Benefits

• An opportunity to work with a market-leading firm shaping the future of MENA's ecosystem.
• Opportunities for growth within a rapidly expanding multi-asset fund manager that has scaled its AUM from $2 million to $500 million in under six years.
• A collaborative and entrepreneurial team environment.
• Exposure to high-impact projects with top-tier founders and investors.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.