Head of Business Development & Research

Acciona-Sogex is recruiting on behalf of a prestigious client for an experienced Head of Business Development & Research based in Muscat Oman.

This is an exciting opportunity for a senior investment professional to lead strategic business development investment research and portfolio management initiatives within a dynamic investment environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving investment strategies overseeing portfolio performance identifying growth opportunities and leading a high-performing team. The role is based in Muscat and offers the opportunity to contribute to the long-term success of a well-established organisation.

• Lead the Business Development & Research function and provide strategic direction.
• Oversee investment research financial modelling and equity valuation activities.
• Monitor and evaluate portfolio performance providing strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
• Identify business growth opportunities and support investment decision-making.
• Conduct financial commercial and market analysis to support strategic initiatives.
• Develop executive reports presentations and investment recommendations.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead mentor and develop a team of investment and research professionals.

• Bachelors Degree in Finance Business Administration Economics Investment Management or a related discipline (Masters degree or MBA is an advantage).
• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in investment management corporate finance private equity sovereign wealth funds asset management or strategic investment.
• Proven experience leading business development investment research and portfolio management functions.
• Strong expertise in financial modelling investment analysis company valuation and portfolio performance management.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams and senior stakeholders.
• Excellent commercial acumen with the ability to identify and evaluate investment opportunities.
• Strong analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office particularly Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Bloomberg or similar financial platforms is highly desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic language skills are advantageous.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a prestigious organisation on strategic investment initiatives.
• Long-term career development opportunities.
• Collaborative and professional working environment.
• Exposure to high-profile investment and business development projects.