23 Equity Capital Markets jobs in Saudi Arabia

Overview

A leading international investment bank is seeking an experienced Equity Capital Markets (ECM) profile to lead and expand its ECM franchise in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

This individual will be responsible for driving origination, structuring, and execution of equity and equity-linked transactions across the Saudi market, with a focus on IPOs, follow-on offerings, rights issues, and strategic capital raisings.

The successful candidate will bring strong relationships with corporates, government entities, family groups, regulators, and institutional investors, while leveraging the firm’s global platform to deliver best-in-class advisory and execution capabilities.

• Lead the origination and execution of ECM transactions in Saudi Arabia, including IPOs, secondary offerings, rights issues, and equity-linked products.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with sovereign entities, regulators (CMA, Tadawul), family offices, corporates, and institutional investors.
• Drive the strategic positioning of the bank as a leading advisor for equity capital raisings in the Kingdom.
• Work closely with coverage bankers, M&A, DCM, and syndicate teams to deliver integrated capital markets solutions.
• Provide senior leadership, mentorship, and oversight to junior ECM bankers and analysts in the region.
• Represent the bank at high-level meetings, industry conferences, and client roadshows in Saudi Arabia and across the MENA region.

• 10+ years of equity capital markets / investment banking experience, ideally with an international investment bank.
• Proven track record of originating and executing high-profile ECM transactions in Saudi Arabia.
• Strong client relationships across corporates, government entities, sovereign wealth funds, and institutional investors.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, with the ability to manage teams and collaborate effectively across global offices.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills in both English (required) and Arabic (preferred).

Head of Equity Capital Markets – Saudi Arabia

Location:
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Division:
Investment Banking – Equity Capital Markets (ECM)

Overview

A leading international investment bank is seeking an experienced
Equity Capital Markets (ECM)
profile to lead and expand its ECM franchise in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

This individual will be responsible for driving origination, structuring, and execution of equity and equity-linked transactions across the Saudi market, with a focus on IPOs, follow-on offerings, rights issues, and strategic capital raisings.

The successful candidate will bring strong relationships with corporates, government entities, family groups, regulators, and institutional investors, while leveraging the firm's global platform to deliver best-in-class advisory and execution capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the
  origination and execution of ECM transactions
  in Saudi Arabia, including IPOs, secondary offerings, rights issues, and equity-linked products.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with
  sovereign entities, regulators (CMA, Tadawul), family offices, corporates, and institutional investors
  .
• Drive the
  strategic positioning
  of the bank as a leading advisor for equity capital raisings in the Kingdom.
• Work closely with coverage bankers, M&A, DCM, and syndicate teams to deliver integrated capital markets solutions.
• Provide
  senior leadership, mentorship, and oversight
  to junior ECM bankers and analysts in the region.
• Represent the bank at
  high-level meetings, industry conferences, and client roadshows
  in Saudi Arabia and across the MENA region.

Qualifications & Experience

• 10+ years of
  equity capital markets / investment banking
  experience, ideally with an international investment bank.
• Proven track record of
  originating and executing high-profile ECM transactions
  in Saudi Arabia.
• Strong client relationships across
  corporates, government entities, sovereign wealth funds, and institutional investors
  .
• Demonstrated leadership skills, with the ability to manage teams and collaborate effectively across global offices.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills in both English (required) and Arabic (preferred).

The selected individual is responsible for planning and directing all related activities of Equity Capital Markets, while ensuring objectives are met and maximising profitability.

EQUITY CAPITAL MARKETS

• Leads and manages all operations of the Equity Capital Markets product and while ensuring maximization of long-term income generation for the product, and franchise building of the product with clients, regulators and other external/internal stakeholders
• Develops appropriate strategy for the product and day to day management procedures
• Provides leadership to the team in structuring and other aspects of ECM transactions, including structuring, documentation, coordination, and regulatory filings
• Directs and checks all ECM transactions, offerings, processes and policies and ensures alignment with compliance, risk, and regulatory (CMA) compliance
• Directs market monitoring activities and seeks reporting of market information on a periodic basis
• Understands and assesses the existing market environment, monitor changes in external policy guidelines and evaluates their implications on potential investment or transaction decisions
• Reviews and approves exceptions as required and escalate any major risks or issues to Co-Head of Investment Banking

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

• Promotes Equity Capital Markets product to clients through participating in client pitches, road shows, request for proposals, marketing activities in order to achieve growth in the business
• Assesses target investors or clients, evaluates market risks, product risk, investment risks etc. to establish sound investment practices
• Directs and ensures that the ECM product and service offering is tailored as per client feedback and requirements, market feedback and audit requirements
• Identifies and ensures cross selling opportunities through cross referral to key product partners

CUSTOMERS/STAKEHOLDERS

• Manages key relationships with internal and external stakeholders, developing and maintaining strong working relationships with:
• Internal:
  Products and services Business teams, Finance Function, Internal Audit Function, Risk and Compliance, Marketing, and relevant Boards
• External:
  Investors, clients, industry bodies, regulators, governments and their agencies, affiliated entities
• Works closely with the Product and Sector heads to ensure cross selling opportunities and efficient operations, high service quality and client satisfaction
• Creates effective communication channels with decision makers within corporates, Government entities and high net worth individuals
• Promotes and coordinates collaboration across geographies and teams to support on delivering the strategy

OPERATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS & CONTROL

• Leads the continuing development, implementation and improvement of the processes, structures, capabilities, capacity and infrastructure needed to deliver agreed plans and targets, collaborating with colleagues to maximise end to end integration, effectiveness and efficiency
• Establishes and maintains a robust and efficient control environment within the Equity Capital Markets business to ensure good operational, financial and project management and compliance with policy and procedures, together with early identification and effective resolution or escalation of issues that arise.
• Leads the development, implementation and maintenance of a regional Equity Capital Markets management information, analysis and reporting framework that pertains to the Equity Capital Markets product to support and inform timely and effective business management and decision making at all levels.
• Leads the implementation and oversight of the Equity Capital Markets policy and governance frameworks, procedures, practices and standards to ensure quality, effective risk management and regulatory compliance.

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or equivalent is required
• Master's degree in Finance / Business Management preferred
• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) is preferred
• 10-12 years of relevant experience, with at least 3 years in a similar role
• Experience managing a unit in the banking sector within the region with a strong focus in investment banking is preferred

Position Title: Investment Banking Officer

Department: Investment Banking

Reporting to: Head of Investment Banking

Registrable with CMA: Yes

Position Objective

The Investment Banking Officer supports the execution of strategic transactions, client relationship management, and market analysis within the Investment Banking Division. This role is crucial in assisting senior bankers in deal structuring, financial modeling, and regulatory compliance, contributing to the division's overall success.

Key Responsibilities

Transaction Execution & Support

Assist in the execution of mergers, acquisitions, capital raising, and other investment banking transactions.

Prepare financial models, valuation analyses, and pitch books.

Support due diligence processes and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.

Client Engagement

Participate in client meetings and contribute to the preparation of presentations and proposals.

Maintain strong working relationships with clients and ensure timely communication and service delivery.

Market & Industry Research

Conduct market research and industry analysis to identify trends and opportunities.

Monitor financial markets and provide insights to support strategic decision-making.

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure compliance with CMA regulations and internal policies.

Assist in preparing documentation required for regulatory submissions and approvals.

Team Collaboration

Work closely with senior bankers and cross-functional teams to ensure smooth transaction execution.

Contribute to a collaborative and high-performance team culture.

Job Specification

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.

MBA or relevant postgraduate studies are a plus.

Certifications

CME-1 and CME-4 certified

Additional certifications in investment banking or financial analysis are advantageous.

Experience

5–8 years of experience in investment banking or corporate finance.

Proven experience in financial modeling, transaction support, and client interaction.

Competencies

Strong analytical and quantitative skills.

Excellent communication and presentation abilities.

High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

Team-oriented with a proactive and professional attitude.

• Establish coverage, build relationship, understand clients requirements and recommend viable solutions
• Lead execution of mandates across clients for Structured Finance, Debt Capital and Equity Capital Markets Transactions
• Mentor teammates including supervision and training junior members / analysts in terms of origination, technical and execution skills
• Senior-level engagement execution on assignments
• Conducting research and valuation to execute transactions deals including conducting strategic research and due diligence investigations for issuance of debt / new equity raise / private equity placements
• Facilitate mergers and acquisitions and assist with corporate restructuring transactions
• Development of various types of financial models to value debt and equity for mergers, acquisitions, and capital raising transactions.
• Excellent ability to create a valuation models that includes trading and transaction comparable(s), DCF and LBO modeling, etc.
• Perform sensitivity analysis and scenario analysis to identify and quantify risks
• Keeping up-to-date with relevant regulatory/rule changes
• Finalise client presentations, proposals, engagement letters term sheets, legal agreements and offer memorandums.
  
  
  

• Bachelors degree, preferably in business, finance, economics or related fields
• Masters degree (MBA or equivalent) will be an added advantage
• Strong financial modeling and valuation skills
• Team oriented approach with independent drive and maturity
• Ability to work in a fast paced creative and innovative environment
• Relevant transaction experience and strong client management skills
• Experience leading deal teams and interacting with senior personnel internally and externally
• 8 to 10 years of relevant financial professional experience within a senior role
• Impeccable research, quantitative and analytical skills.
• Proven proficiency in Microsoft Office products, especially Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to organize and track overlapping tasks and assignments, with frequent priority changes.
  

About the job Vice President - Investment Banking

Grant Thornton Abdulaal Bahrain is hiring on behalf of a leading financial advisory firm based in Dammam . The firm is looking for a candidate with a strong background in finance or investment banking to lead the execution of mandates across Structured Finance, Debt Capital, and Equity Capital Markets transactions. Key responsibilities include building client relationships, understanding their needs, and delivering tailored financial solutions.

Roles and responsibilities

• Establish coverage, build relationship, understand clients requirements and recommend viable solutions
• Lead execution of mandates across clients for Structured Finance, Debt Capital and Equity Capital Markets Transactions
• Mentor teammates including supervision and training junior members / analysts in terms of origination, technical and execution skills
• Senior-level engagement execution on assignments
• Conducting research and valuation to execute transactions deals including conducting strategic research and due diligence investigations for issuance of debt / new equity raise / private equity placements
• Facilitate mergers and acquisitions and assist with corporate restructuring transactions
• Development of various types of financial models to value debt and equity for mergers, acquisitions, and capital raising transactions.
• Excellent ability to create a valuation models that includes trading and transaction comparable(s), DCF and LBO modeling, etc.
• Perform sensitivity analysis and scenario analysis to identify and quantify risks
• Keeping up-to-date with relevant regulatory/rule changes
• Finalise client presentations, proposals, engagement letters term sheets, legal agreements and offer memorandums.

Education Qualification and additional skills:

• Bachelors degree, preferably in business, finance, economics or related fields
• Masters degree (MBA or equivalent) will be an added advantage
• Strong financial modeling and valuation skills
• Team oriented approach with independent drive and maturity
• Ability to work in a fast paced creative and innovative environment
• Relevant transaction experience and strong client management skills
• Experience leading deal teams and interacting with senior personnel internally and externally
• 8 to 10 years of relevant financial professional experience within a senior role
• Impeccable research, quantitative and analytical skills.
• Proven proficiency in Microsoft Office products, especially Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to organize and track overlapping tasks and assignments, with frequent priority changes.

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The Head of Investment Banking will lead and manage the firm’s investment banking division, overseeing all functions related to capital market transactions including IPO advisory, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), Private Placements, and other financial advisory services. The role requires a proven track record in deal origination and execution within the Saudi market, strong leadership capabilities, and established relationships with key market stakeholders. All activities must align with the firm’s strategic objectives and comply with CMA regulations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute the division’s strategy in alignment with the firm’s overall business goals.
• Identify and drive opportunities in equity capital markets, M&A, and financial advisory to support revenue growth and market positioning.
• Diversify the firm’s investment banking offerings and secure long-term client mandates.

2. Transaction Execution

• Oversee the end-to-end execution of investment banking mandates, including:
  • Initial Public Offerings (IPOs)
  • Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
  • Private Placements
• Ensure all transactions are executed accurately and in full compliance with regulatory and legal standards.

3. Client and Stakeholder Management

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with corporate clients, regulatory authorities (CMA, Tadawul), legal and financial advisors, and strategic partners.
• Act as a senior advisor, offering guidance on capital structuring, transaction timing, and market entry strategies.

4. Regulatory Compliance & Governance

• Ensure strict adherence to Capital Market Authority (CMA) regulations and the firm’s internal governance standards.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of all regulatory filings, disclosures, and board-level reporting.

5. Team Development & Leadership

• Build and lead a high-performing investment banking team with a focus on execution excellence and client satisfaction.
• Set performance objectives, mentor team members, and implement development and succession plans.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience : Minimum of 10 years in investment banking, with at least 5–7 years in a senior management role within the Saudi market.
• Strong deal-making experience, with a history of successfully executing IPOs, M&A transactions, Sukuk, private equity, and advisory mandates.
• Education : Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Certifications : CFA Levels I, II, III and CME-5.

Overview

Join to apply for the Vice President - Investment Banking role at Grant Thornton Bahrain .

Grant Thornton Abdulaal Bahrain is hiring on behalf of a leading financial advisory firm based in Dammam. The firm is looking for a candidate with a strong background in finance or investment banking to lead the execution of mandates across Structured Finance, Debt Capital, and Equity Capital Markets transactions. Key responsibilities include building client relationships, understanding client needs, and delivering tailored financial solutions.

• Establish coverage, build relationships, understand client requirements and recommend viable solutions
• Lead execution of mandates across clients for Structured Finance, Debt Capital and Equity Capital Markets transactions
• Mentor teammates including supervision and training junior members/analysts in origination, technical and execution skills
• Senior-level engagement execution on assignments
• Conduct research and valuation to execute transactions, including strategic research and due diligence for debt issuance, equity raises, or private equity placements
• Facilitate mergers and acquisitions and assist with corporate restructuring transactions
• Develop various financial models to value debt and equity for mergers, acquisitions, and capital-raising transactions
• Create valuation models that include trading and transaction comparables, DCF and LBO modeling
• Perform sensitivity analysis and scenario analysis to identify and quantify risks
• Keep up-to-date with relevant regulatory/rule changes
• Finalize client presentations, proposals, engagement letters, term sheets, legal agreements and offering memorandums

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in business, finance, economics or related fields
• Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent) will be an added advantage
• Strong financial modeling and valuation skills
• Team-oriented approach with independent drive and maturity
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, creative and innovative environment
• Relevant transaction experience and strong client management skills
• Experience leading deal teams and interacting with senior personnel internally and externally
• 8 to 10 years of relevant financial professional experience in a senior role
• Impeccable research, quantitative and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to organize and track overlapping tasks with frequent priority changes

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• Establish coverage, build relationship, understand clients requirements and recommend viable solutions
• Lead execution of mandates across clients for Structured Finance, Debt Capital and Equity Capital Markets Transactions
• Mentor teammates including supervision and training junior members / analysts in terms of origination, technical and execution skills
• Senior-level engagement execution on assignments
• Conducting research and valuation to execute transactions deals including conducting strategic research and due diligence investigations for issuance of debt / new equity raise / private equity placements
• Facilitate mergers and acquisitions and assist with corporate restructuring transactions
• Development of various types of financial models to value debt and equity for mergers, acquisitions, and capital raising transactions.
• Excellent ability to create a valuation models that includes trading and transaction comparable(s), DCF and LBO modeling, etc.
• Perform sensitivity analysis and scenario analysis to identify and quantify risks
• Keeping up-to-date with relevant regulatory/rule changes
• Finalise client presentations, proposals, engagement letters term sheets, legal agreements and offer memorandums.
  
  

• Bachelors degree, preferably in business, finance, economics or related fields
• Masters degree (MBA or equivalent) will be an added advantage
• Strong financial modeling and valuation skills
• Team oriented approach with independent drive and maturity
• Ability to work in a fast paced creative and innovative environment
• Relevant transaction experience and strong client management skills
• Experience leading deal teams and interacting with senior personnel internally and externally
• 8 to 10 years of relevant financial professional experience within a senior role
• Impeccable research, quantitative and analytical skills.
• Proven proficiency in Microsoft Office products, especially Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to organize and track overlapping tasks and assignments, with frequent priority changes.