Business Development Specialist - TCoE

Our Client operates in the Oil and Energy industry, with its headquarters rooted strongly in Saudi Arabia. It has its branches spread to more than 50 countries, providing employment to more than 68,500 people all over the world. They fall under the Fortune 500 Companies. They are one of the world’s largest oil producers. They are constantly growing by creating new technologies through its Research and Development efforts and branch into new business lines through Investments and Acquisitions.

Responsibilities : 

• The Business Development Analyst primary role is to support the screening, planning, development, and execution of new business ventures by applying extensive knowledge in the area of business development and formation of commercial entities.
• The Business Development Analyst independently evaluates new business proposals and participates in the development of new business ventures.
• The Analyst also extends support beyond business analysis and planning and may be involved in the structuring and negotiation of deals to achieve final deal closure
• Work Experience – candidates from these sources would be the primary target
• Investment banking – valuation or buy/sell side analyst, customer facing and in the front office (not back office staff or experience in exchange / commodities trading or risk)
• Management consulting – analyst / associate with experience in company strategy, post transaction setup, joint ventures and business optimization.
• Business development / mergers & acquisitions at NOC or IOC or at a major corporation
• Private equity – buy / sell side with valuation experience & portfolio/investment management.
• Venture capital - buy / sell side with valuation experience & portfolio/investment management.

Requirements : 

• The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration from a recognized and approved program.
• An advanced degree such as Masters of Business Administration or a relevant charter such as Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or Chartered Accountant (CA) is preferred.
• Minimum of eight to ten years of experience in commercial or business development, investment banking, management consulting & advisory; preferably with at least three to five years in investment / portfolio management.
• A degree in finance, Business; MBA preferred
• Investment portfolio management
• Joint venture / affiliate coordination and support
• Buy / sell side transactions
• Business development / mergers & acquisitions
• Company valuation
• Financial modeling
• Strategy development
• Post transaction setup & readiness
• Transaction management and oversight
• Business optimization
• Solid understanding of business model
• Experience with risks analysis, reporting and risks dashboards
• Understanding of portfolio management principles
• Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals and financial statements
• Commercial due diligence
• Economic evaluation
• Pre-gate compliance assurance
• Commercial deal structuring
• Negotiation strategy
• Sensitivity analysis
• Governance structuring
• Exit strategies
• Post transaction setup and readiness plans
• Portfolio management
• Board of director preparations
• Performance & KPI reporting
• IPO / exit readiness & assessments