Director, M&A Advisory and Equity Capital Markets | Dubai, UAE

Director, M&A Advisory and Equity Capital Markets

Job Description

Job Summary

The role holder is responsible for actively participating in all aspects of transaction origination and execution of M&A Advisory (buy-side and sell-side transactions), and Equity Capital Markets transactions (e.g. IPOs, rights issues, block trades, follow-on offerings, etc.) in order to achieve P&L targets for Global M&A Advisory and ECM in line with GCF's strategy and budget objectives.

The role holder is also responsible for collaborating with other Client Service and Product teams to ensure superior service for the clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Support origination and execution of M&A Advisory and Equity Capital Markets transactions, with primary focus on Egypt.
• Manage assigned aspects of transaction execution under the guidance of the relevant transaction leader.
• Ensure financial, legal, risk, compliance, and due diligence reviews are completed for transactions.
• Prepare pitch materials, marketing presentations, information memoranda, investor profiles, and transaction documentation.
• Build financial models to support transaction origination, analysis, and execution.
• Monitor M&A, ECM, and macro market developments to support transaction assessment and client discussions.
• Collaborate with IB&M, Client Coverage, and Product teams to maximize revenue opportunities and deliver high-quality client service.
• Apply the best international practices, corporate finance standards, departmental policies, systems, and procedures.
• Support continuous improvement, professional development, performance goals, and adherence to FAB and departmental requirements.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Commerce or any related discipline.
• 5 - 10 years' experience in a corporate finance / M&A / ECM environment
• Advanced knowledge of and proficiency in (i) analyzing company financial statement, and (ii) company valuation techniques
• Advanced understanding and knowledge of stock technical trading is a plus
• Recent work experience with exposure to transaction origination and execution
• Training or time spent in a recognizable investment bank in either London, New York, Singapore or Hong Kong will be looked at favorably.
• Knowledge of Fund Administration services will be beneficial.

About Us

About Us

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) is the largest bank in the UAE and one of the world's largest and safest financial institutions. We offer a comprehensive range of personal and private banking services, including credit cards, Islamic banking, investments, loans, and mortgages. Our commitment to excellence and innovation drives us to provide top-tier financial solutions to our clients.

Life at FAB

Working at FAB means being part of a team of talented and passionate individuals with a shared vision to support the ambitions of our stakeholders to "Grow Stronger." We embrace the needs of our customers across the globe with a sense of responsibility and confidence driven by extensive expertise that can only be delivered by an ambitious world-class organization

Career Development

FAB offers unique career choices, a chance to innovate, craft solutions for the future, and express yourself in a performance-based culture that will unleash the best in you. Whether you are an experienced professional or just starting your career, FAB provides a range of learning and development initiatives to support all employees through training and skill development.

Our Values

At FAB, we place our customers at the core of our activities, live our values each day in every way, celebrate achievements, and empower each other to deliver leading solutions. We have structured plans for the recruitment and career progression of Emirati talent to enable them to make a mark in the financial and banking sector both regionally and globaly that rewards your hard work and dedication.

Join our team and be part of a journey to shape the future of banking.