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Senior Associate, Investment Risk, Investment Strategy, Doha, Qatar
Our client is seeking an astute Senior Associate who will play a vital role in guiding their direct private equity investments. This role requires comprehensive due diligence, exceptional financial modelling skills, and a deep understanding of financial statements, investment analyses, and valuation techniques.

We are working with a prestigious private and public investor in Qatar. They are looking for an associate to join their private market risk team.

• Perform comprehensive commercial and financial due diligence, incorporating risk assessment in private equity transactions.
• Apply advanced financial modelling to assess the investment opportunities and evaluate their viability.
• Create reports to be included in the investment memos, presentations, and other materials pivotal to decision-making.
• Engage with various stakeholders, establishing robust relationships while effectively communicating investment risk perspectives.
• Stay current with market trends and the competitive landscape, facilitating due diligence and valuation across private markets.

• Experience in private equity, asset management, or related fields such as corporate finance and investment banking.
• Master’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven expertise in financial modelling and due diligence in private equity deals.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with a strategic mindset and meticulous attention to detail.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication abilities, capable of effectively engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Budgeting:

• Lead the annual budgeting process across all business units.
• Collaborate with department and subsidiary heads to consolidate and align budgets.
• Build financial models that support strategic business goals and performance targets.

Forecasting & Analysis:

• Develop dynamic financial forecasts and scenario planning models.
• Track and report monthly, quarterly, and annual performance against budget.
• Conduct variance analysis with actionable insights and recommendations.

Strategic Support:

• Evaluate investments, M&A opportunities, and other strategic initiatives through detailed business case analysis.
• Support the executive team with data-driven insights to inform long-term strategic planning.

Reporting & KPIs:

• Prepare financial reports and dashboards for senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Identify and monitor key performance indicators across business units.
• Present clear and concise financial insights to drive business performance.

Process Improvement & Compliance:

• Identify areas for process optimization in FP&A and implement best practices.
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with financial policies and standards.
• Leverage ERP and financial tools for automation and efficiency.

Skills

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related discipline (Master’s / MBA / CFA preferred).
• 5–7 years of progressive FP&A experience, ideally in the hospitality, restaurant, or real estate sectors.
• Strong hands-on experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; ERP and BI tools (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Power BI) are a plus.
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong business partnering mindset with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders.
• Leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a high-performing FP&A team.
• Preferred: Experience in hotel or restaurant operations at a managerial level.

De v e l o p Business Plans and monitor the business planning activities of departments under Dukhan Operations (OMD). Prepare, review, analyse and coordinate various reports generated by departments of D ukha n Operations for submission to high e r manag e m e n t.

Develop a nd docume nt high level OMD Bus iness p rocesse s tha t are in line w i t h the Operat i ons ph ilosop hy , po licies, a nd ob ject ives ; to e nsu re that OMD mee ts the sta nda rdiza tio n requ ire men t i n- line w ith o ther opera tional a reas unde r VO .

Ass i s t the Operational Excellence Advisor (OMC) i n the review and analys i s of Key P erfo rm ance I ndicato rs f o r OMD suc h as : p rodu c ti on , i nj e c t i o n a nd e x port data , un p la nn e d shutdown , a n d HSE p erformance . Perform root cause analysis, r ecom m e nd co rr e ct ive an d p r event i ve a c t ions t o en s ur e e ffici en t operations and adv i s e th e OMC ac co r di ngl y .

Minimum 10 years of experience in operations and continuous improvement.

Bachelor's degree in any discipline and preferably MBA in Finance, economics or business planning.

Join to apply for the Strategic Planning and Risk Management Specialist role at University of Doha for Science & Technology .

Overview

University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) is the first national applied university in Qatar, offering applied Bachelor's and Master's degrees, certificates, and diplomas across various fields. With over 70 programs, UDST specializes in Engineering Technology, Industrial Trades, Business Management, Computing and IT, Health Sciences, and Continuing Education.

With more than 700 staff and 8,000 students, UDST emphasizes applied and experiential learning, supported by state-of-the-art facilities. The university aims to develop graduates who contribute to Qatar’s Vision 2030.

UDST invites applications for the position of Strategic Planning and Risk Management Specialist , reporting to the Manager of Strategic Planning and Performance.

• Contribute to developing, implementing, and monitoring UDST’s Strategic and Operational Plans.
• Develop, review, and recommend risk management strategies, including risk identification, analysis, response planning, and control to mitigate adverse events.
• Update the Risk Management Policy, procedures, and Framework to support effective risk management across units.
• Manage the risk register in coordination with Business Units.
• Monitor and report on risks and controls, supporting ongoing improvements in risk processes.
• Conduct risk analysis, develop strategic recommendations, and implement risk reduction controls.
• Advise Business Units on risk-related matters and ensure key risks are communicated effectively.
• Create communication channels concerning key risks and identify KPIs related to risks.
• Develop and implement risk assessment models and systems.
• Gather risk data internally and externally for strategic planning and risk management.
• Maintain databases for reporting and presenting risk positions to leadership.
• Conduct benchmarking studies on risk management best practices.
• Support contingency planning for emergencies and communicate risk impacts related to regulations.

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (required)
• Master’s degree (preferred)

Desirable certifications include PMP, MPM, PMI-RMP, CRM, or CRMP.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years in Strategic Planning and Risk Management, preferably in higher education.

• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Business Development and Sales
• Industry: Higher Education