Investment Director – Real Estate, Hospitality & TourismDubai, United Arab Emirates
Investment Platform / Strategic Investment Group
A leading investment platform is seeking an experienced Investment Director to join its growing investment team, with a focus across Real Estate, Hospitality, and Tourism-related investments.
This position will play a key role in both portfolio management and new investment execution, working closely with senior leadership to drive value creation, operational enhancement, strategic growth initiatives, and transaction execution across a diversified portfolio.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead the oversight and strategic management of portfolio companies across real estate, hospitality, and tourism sectorsPartner closely with executive management teams and board members to drive operational and financial performance improvementsAssess investment opportunities, strategic acquisitions, joint ventures, and growth initiativesSupport end-to-end transaction execution including origination, due diligence, structuring, negotiation, and post-investment monitoringEvaluate business strategies, operational efficiencies, capital allocation initiatives, and expansion opportunitiesMonitor portfolio risk, performance metrics, and investment returnsWork alongside external advisors, consultants, investment banks, and legal counsel on strategic initiatives and transactionsContribute to long-term investment strategy and sector coverage priorities
Candidate Profile10–15 years of experience within Private Equity, Sovereign Wealth Funds, Investment Banking, Principal Investments, or large diversified investment groupsStrong exposure to Real Estate, Hospitality, Infrastructure, or Tourism investmentsDemonstrated experience managing investments and engaging with senior stakeholders, boards, and executive teamsStrong financial analysis, valuation, and transaction execution capabilitiesProven ability to identify operational and strategic value creation opportunitiesBachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Engineering, or a related disciplineMBA, CFA, ACA, ACCA, or CPA qualifications are advantageous