Investment Banking Director

About the Opportunity

Aventus, an established investment bank, is seeking an experienced Investment Banking Director to join its growing team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role is for a senior investment banking professional who will play a leading part in developing the firm's M&A franchise in Saudi Arabia. The position combines client origination, transaction execution, and senior stakeholder relationship management, requiring over 10 years of relevant experience.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong track record in originating and executing M&A transactions. This role involves developing new client relationships, identifying strategic opportunities, and leading complex mandates across various sectors. Candidates with experience in traditional investment banking advisory, as well as those who have originated transactions from a corporate or institutional balance sheet, are encouraged to apply. Professionals with EMEA market experience are particularly relevant for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the origination of M&A mandates by developing relationships with corporates, family groups, financial sponsors, sovereign-backed entities, and other key stakeholders across Saudi Arabia and the wider region.
• Execute M&A transactions end-to-end, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and strategic advisory mandates.
• Establish and maintain senior-level relationships with C-suite executives, board members, shareholders, and key decision-makers.
• Provide strategic advice on corporate transactions, valuation, deal structuring, negotiations, and transaction strategy.
• Contribute to the expansion of the firm's M&A franchise in Saudi Arabia, identifying new opportunities across sectors and supporting regional presence development.
• Work with transaction teams, mentor junior bankers, and collaborate with senior management to deliver client outcomes.
• Leverage international experience and relationships to identify and execute cross-border opportunities, particularly across the EMEA region.

Candidate Requirements

• Extensive experience (+10 years) in M&A investment banking, corporate finance advisory, or a closely related transaction-focused role.
• Demonstrable experience in both M&A origination and transaction execution, with the ability to independently develop and convert client relationships into mandates.
• A strong track record of leading complex transactions and managing senior client relationships.
• Sector-agnostic experience, with the ability to advise across multiple industries and identify opportunities beyond a single sector specialism.
• Experience gained within an investment bank, advisory boutique, or relevant corporate or institutional environment. Candidates with a proven track record of originating transactions from a corporate or institutional balance sheet will also be considered.
• Previous experience covering EMEA markets, including Europe, the Middle East, and/or Africa, is preferred.
• Existing relationships across Saudi Arabia or the wider Middle East are advantageous.

Work Environment

This role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and is a full-time position within an established investment bank. The Director will work as part of a growing team, contributing to the firm's expansion in the region.

Application Process

Qualified candidates are invited to apply for this Investment Banking Director position. Salary details will be disclosed during the application process.