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Head of Investment Placement - UAE
Description
A client of byteSpark.ai is seeking a highly accomplished and commercially proven Head of Investment Placement (CO-CEO level) to lead and grow their investment business across KSA and the broader GCC. The ideal candidate brings a minimum of 10–15 years in investment management, with a significant tenure in senior leadership, and a verifiable track record of designing and executing large-scale fundraising strategies targeting sovereign wealth funds, institutional investors, public pension funds, family offices, and HNW individuals across the region. This is not an execution role — you will set the strategic direction, build and lead a high-performing Investment Placement Team across Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, and operate as a principal representative of the business at the highest institutional and board levels. You will be responsible for identifying and closing strategic partnerships, managing C-level investor relationships, and ensuring all activities comply with SAMA and CMA regulations. Deep knowledge of alternative investment products — including private equity, real estate, and venture capital — and an established, portable presence within the KSA and GCC investment community are essential prerequisites for this position.
Requirements
1. A minimum of 10-15 years of experience in investment management, with significant experience in a leadership role.
2. Experience leading complex negotiations for strategic collaborations and partnerships.
3. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for engaging with C-level stakeholders.
4. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related business field.
5. Verifiable track record of developing and implementing successful fundraising strategies in the KSA and broader GCC markets.
6. Deep understanding and direct experience with alternative investment products, including real estate, private equity, and Venture Capital.
7. Strong existing network of relationships with institutional investors, HNW individuals, family offices, and sovereign wealth funds in the GCC.
8. Demonstrated experience in managing and mitigating risks associated with large-scale investment portfolios.
9. In-depth knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements of SAMA and CMA.
10. Proven ability to lead, build, and motivate a high-performing investment placement team.
Desirable
1. MBA or a Master's degree in Finance or a related field.
2. Strategic oversight of marketing and investor communications.
3. Bilingual proficiency in English and Arabic.
Role Highlights
📍 Location
Dubai
📈 Job Level
Executive
⌛ Experience
15+ Years
🏢 Department
Finance
🏭 Industry
Finance
🔹 Sub-Industry
Capital Markets
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This role is being hired on behalf of a client by byteSpark.ai. byteSpark.ai is a talent and recruitment platform and is not the employer for this position. All applications are reviewed and managed by byteSpark.ai on behalf of the hiring client, whose identity will be shared at the appropriate stage of the process.

This role is open to candidates based in Saudi Arabia or the UAE. That said, the primary focus of the position is the KSA and Kuwait markets, and candidates with a strong, active presence and investor network specifically within KSA will be given significant preference. If your regional strength lies primarily outside of KSA, we encourage you to consider whether this role is the right fit before applying.

The process typically includes an application and screening review by byteSpark.ai, followed by an initial call to assess fit, one or more role-specific evaluations, and a final discussion with the hiring client's leadership team. Shortlisted candidates will be guided through each stage with clear communication on next steps.

Most applicants will receive an initial update within a few business days of submitting their application. Given the seniority of this role, the screening process is thorough, and we appreciate your patience if the review takes a little longer.

Yes. All applications are handled with full confidentiality. The identity of the hiring client will not be disclosed until both parties have expressed mutual interest in progressing, and your details will not be shared without your knowledge.