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About the Role

State Street Investment Management is seeking a Manager Research, Assistant Vice President to join its Investment Solutions Group. This role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and focuses on underwriting long-only equity and fixed income strategies, with a specific emphasis on Middle East and Shariah/Sukuk strategies. The position also supports the underwriting of alternative managers across private equity, private credit, and private real estate. The role requires a strong understanding of public markets investment manager underwriting and a proven investment track record. The successful candidate will generate research and recommendations aligned with client portfolio requirements, communicate investment views effectively, and collaborate with a dedicated team.

This opportunity within a global investment management firm offers a chance to contribute to the growing Middle Eastern market. Responsibilities include building relationships with investment management teams, conducting thorough due diligence, and integrating regional insights into global strategies. Periodic travel to meet with investment management teams is expected.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth due diligence on investment managers across various asset classes, with a primary focus on equity and fixed income, evaluating their strategies, team capabilities, historical performance, and risk management controls.
• Lead the end-to-end manager selection process for multi-manager portfolios, including screening potential managers, underwriting mandates, presenting research-backed recommendations to clients and prospects, and ensuring alignment with portfolio objectives and fiduciary standards.
• Oversee the ongoing monitoring of selected investment managers, maintaining a watch list, tracking performance and risk metrics, conducting regular reviews, preparing oversight reports, and identifying emerging issues.
• Communicate manager strategies, performance assessments, and outlooks to diverse stakeholders, and support client engagements, including responding to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and participating in client meetings.
• Focus on global manager research with an initial emphasis on the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, building local manager relationships, conducting on-site due diligence, and integrating regional investment insights into the global research framework.
• Collaborate closely with Global Investment Risk, Operational Due Diligence (ODD), and Compliance teams to ensure comprehensive manager reviews.
• Mentor and guide junior analysts, contributing to their professional development and refining the team's research processes and methodologies.
• Explore and apply Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to enhance manager due diligence and oversight functions.
• Interface and communicate effectively with clients and internal stakeholders regarding investment manager performance and strategy.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in investment manager due diligence, with a demonstrated ability to present findings and recommendations to internal committees and/or clients.
• Experience conducting manager research across alternative asset classes such as private equity, private credit, private real estate, and venture capital is considered a significant advantage.
• A professional designation such as CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) or an MBA (Master of Business Administration) is preferred.

Required Skills

• Investment Manager Underwriting
• Public Markets Investment Research
• Alternative Asset Classes Analysis
• Due Diligence Methodologies
• Manager Selection and Portfolio Construction
• Ongoing Manager Monitoring and Oversight
• Strong Communication and Presentation Skills
• Effective Collaboration and Teamwork
• Proficiency in utilizing AI Tools for Research

Work Environment and Travel

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Candidates must be willing to undertake periodic travel across the MENA and APAC regions as required by the role.

About the Role

Ingram Micro, a prominent technology company within the global IT ecosystem, is seeking a Sales Account Manager – HPE to join its team in the Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia. This role is key to driving growth, enhancing partner relationships, and increasing the adoption of HPE solutions across the Saudi market. The position operates at the intersection of technology, partnerships, and business impact, enabling organizations to leverage innovative IT solutions.

Ingram Micro fosters a culture built on integrity, imagination, courage, responsibility, and respect for talent. Associates are encouraged to challenge existing practices, share ideas openly, and collaborate with purpose to shape technology solutions and the future of distribution.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of channel partners, focusing on engagement and revenue growth.
• Drive sales of HPE solutions in alignment with regional strategies and targets.
• Identify new business opportunities and lead pipeline generation efforts.
• Develop and execute joint business plans with partners and HPE stakeholders.
• Provide partners with product knowledge, commercial guidance, and go-to-market support.
• Collaborate with marketing, technical, and operations teams to ensure a seamless partner experience.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to inform strategy.
• Ensure accurate forecasting, reporting, and performance tracking.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, IT, or a related field.
• A minimum of two years of experience in IT channel sales or account management, preferably within distribution environments.
• Strong understanding of enterprise IT solutions.
• Experience in Enterprise Networking and Cybersecurity is required.
• Demonstrated ability to manage partner ecosystems and drive revenue growth.
• Strong business acumen and a results-driven mindset.

Required Skills

• Expertise in HPE solutions.
• Proficiency in enterprise IT solutions, Enterprise Networking, and Cybersecurity.
• Proven experience in channel sales and account management.
• Strong business acumen and a results-driven mindset.
• Collaborative approach, effective when working across diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Growth-oriented mindset, continuously seeking new opportunities and improvements.
• Customer-first attitude, prioritizing value creation and long-term relationships.

Work Location and Type

This is a full-time opportunity based in Riyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia. The role requires 2-5 years of experience.

About the Role

AESG, an international specialist consultancy, engineering, and advisory firm with a growing presence in Saudi Arabia, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Fire Life Safety Consultant to join its dynamic team in Riyadh. This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to an award-winning firm recognized for its innovative approach and advanced technical solutions. The role involves supporting the Fire and Life Safety team and collaborating with other specialist disciplines to deliver project outcomes. This position is suited for a seasoned professional looking to advance their career within a collaborative environment, taking a key role in project delivery, providing technical guidance, and ensuring high standards of fire and life safety design.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead delivery and project management tasks on various projects, reporting to Associates, Principals, and Directors.
• Support project delivery to a high standard, providing technical assistance to junior consultants and team members.
• Maintain the quality of Fire and Life Safety (FLS) submittals, ensuring efficient delivery and managing QAQC processes.
• Create and edit drawings and sketches in compliance with AESG's CAD and PDF standards and detailing practices.
• Prepare and review architectural Fire and Life Safety drawings.
• Prepare and write FLS Strategy reports and studies as assigned by senior and associate consultants.
• Participate in the continuous development of FLS design deliverables.
• Contribute to the financial success of the department, including project pipeline management, forecasting, accounts receivable, and efficient project delivery.
• Develop professional expertise in fire and life safety requirements as per NFPA, SBC, IBC, and UAE FLS Codes.
• Manage all matters relevant to fire and life safety scopes, including FLS strategy, FLS drawings, fire protection (when required), site inspections, and other related tasks.
• Meet established timelines for the generation of all fire and life safety designs, reports, and related submission tasks, including client meetings and workshops.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent studies related to the area of expertise.
• A minimum of 7 years of technical experience in Fire and Life Safety.
• Native Arabic speaker.
• Good technical knowledge in Fire Safety/Engineering, with experience working within Residential, Commercial, and Hotels sectors in the Middle East.
• A strong understanding of Building Services Engineering and interdisciplinary design throughout all stages of the design process.
• Ability to take a brief from the project lead and effectively deliver and control required tasks within time and budget constraints.

Required Skills

• Fire & Life Safety
• Project Management
• Technical Support
• QAQC
• CAD
• PDF Standards
• Architectural Fire and Life Safety Drawings
• FLS Strategy Reports
• FLS Design Deliverables
• NFPA, SBC, IBC, and UAE FLS Codes
• Fire Protection
• Site Inspection
• Client Meetings and Workshops
• Fire Safety/Engineering
• Building Services Engineering
• Interdisciplinary Design

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia. The role involves working within a dynamic team at AESG, an international specialist consultancy, engineering, and advisory firm.