Our client is a reputable organization in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) with a diversified portfolio spanning trading, services, and large-scale projects. The company is expanding its corporate finance capabilities and seeks an experienced Investment Banker to drive capital markets, advisory, and deal execution functions.
This Investment banker job in Kuwait is ideal for professionals confident in handling complex transactions, financial modeling, valuation, and stakeholder management within a fast-paced Gulf business environment. Candidates with exposure to multinational banks or large regional corporations will be highly preferred.
Job Description :
About the Role :
We are hiring for an Investment Banker Job in Kuwait. The selected candidate will lead end-to-end corporate finance activities, including deal origination, financial modelling, valuation, M&A advisory, and capital markets execution.
You will play a pivotal role in structuring transactions, preparing pitch books and investment memoranda, conducting due diligence, and liaising with clients, investors, regulators, and internal stakeholders. This position is a standout among finance careers with GVI, offering the chance to drive growth initiatives, support fundraising efforts, and deliver data-driven insights to senior leadership.
Key Responsibilities :
Deal Execution & Financial Analysis :
Manage full transaction processes from start to finish, including finding deals, doing due diligence, building financial models, and valuing companies.
Prepare pitch books, investment memoranda, and other transaction documents that meet industry standards and client needs.
Keep all deal files, financial models, and analysis accurate and ready for review.
Follow UAE regulations, internal risk policies, and transaction deadlines.
Strategic Advisory & Performance Insights :
Build financial forecasts, scenario analyses, and valuation models to support M&A, fundraising, and strategic projects.
Create clear reports for leadership on deal pipelines, revenue forecasts, costs, and key financial metrics.
Spot value drivers, synergies, and risks; give practical recommendations to improve returns and use capital efficiently.
Regulatory Compliance & Stakeholder Management :
Handle regulatory filings, disclosure requirements, and compliance documents for transactions as per UAE law.
Work with internal risk, legal, and compliance teams, plus external advisors (lawyers, auditors, regulators) to meet transaction milestones on time.
Communicate with investors, clients, banks, and capital market participants to support fundraising, deal closures, and post-deal integration.
Work closely with senior leadership and other departments to solve complex finance issues and ensure smooth deal execution.
Qualifications :
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field; MBA or CFA preferred.
3–6 years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance, M&A advisory, or capital markets within the GCC region.
Strong proficiency in financial modeling, valuation methodologies (DCF, comparable company analysis, precedent transactions), and deal structuring.
Proven track record of executing transactions including M&A, equity/debt capital raising, and strategic advisory mandates.
In-depth knowledge of Kuwait and UAE regulatory frameworks, corporate governance standards, and capital market regulations.
Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to prepare pitch books, investment memoranda, and client-facing materials.
Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial research tools (Bloomberg, Capital IQ, or equivalent).
Professional certifications such as CFA, CA, or relevant investment banking credentials are highly valued.
Additional Information:
This banking job posting in Kuwait is a full-time, on-site Investment Banker position based in Kuwait City. The role offers exposure to high-value M&A transactions, capital raising mandates, and strategic advisory projects across diverse sectors.
Candidates must be willing to travel regionally for client meetings, due diligence, and deal closures as required. This opportunity is part of GVI’s premium finance careers with GVI portfolio, offering competitive compensation, performance-linked bonuses, and fast-track growth pathways to Associate and Vice President levels.
Kuwait
