VP Research and Analysis📣 Job Ad

About the Opportunity

Mackenzie Jones Middle East is partnering with a global bank in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to recruit a VP Research and Analysis. This full-time position is integral to an expanding team, focusing on delivering high-impact research and insights across emerging markets. Candidates for this role should possess 5-10 years of relevant experience.

Role Purpose

The VP Research and Analysis will support the Director in providing comprehensive country and sector risk analysis, with a primary emphasis on the MENA region. This involves conducting detailed macroeconomic, sectoral, and financial system analysis to produce high-quality research. The insights generated will directly inform critical business, credit, and risk decisions within the bank.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Director in delivering country and sector risk analysis across emerging markets, with a primary emphasis on the MENA region.
• Conduct macroeconomic, sectoral, and financial system analysis to produce high-quality research that supports business, credit, and risk decisions.
• Assist in the development, enhancement, and maintenance of country and sector risk assessment frameworks.
• Monitor country and sector risks through analytical reporting and risk dashboards.
• Provide insights to support portfolio allocation, investment strategy, and risk management decisions.
• Evaluate sector-specific risks, including regulatory developments, commodity price exposure, and long-term structural trends.
• Assess sovereign risk and its potential impact on corporate, banking, and financial sector activities.
• Analyse banking systems, capital markets, and broader financial sector developments across key markets.
• Monitor economic interdependencies and cross-sector linkages to identify emerging risks and opportunities.
• Work closely with Front Office, Credit, and Risk Management teams, providing analytical support to inform strategic decision-making.
• Contribute to the preparation of research reports, presentations, and market intelligence for internal stakeholders.
• Stay informed on geopolitical, economic, and market developments that may influence country and sector risk profiles.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience in country risk analysis and sector research, with exposure to emerging markets.
• Strong understanding of key sectors, including energy, infrastructure, financial services, and other major industries.
• Ability to interpret macroeconomic developments and assess their impact on sector performance and financial outcomes.
• Experience gained within financial institutions, economic research organisations, consulting firms, or public sector entities.

Desired Regional Expertise

• Knowledge of the MENA region and its economic, political, and financial landscape is highly desirable.

Application Process

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply for this full-time position in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Further details regarding the compensation package will be discussed during the interview process.