Associate Director / Director, Financial Advisory

About the Role

As part of our strategic expansion in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, we are seeking highly motivated Associate Directors and Directors to join our esteemed Financial Advisory team. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a diverse portfolio of engagements across multiple industries and regions, contributing to high-impact projects while shaping the future of our business in the region. You will play a pivotal role in guiding clients through periods of financial uncertainty, delivering tailored solutions that address their most complex challenges—whether through restructuring, refinancing, insolvency, or strategic turnaround initiatives. Your expertise will be instrumental in helping clients achieve financial stability, enhance profitability, and realize long-term value.

Key Responsibilities

As an Associate Director or Director within our Financial Advisory team, you will be entrusted with a broad spectrum of responsibilities designed to drive client success and operational excellence. Your core duties will include:

• Client Service and Engagement Leadership:
  • Lead and manage critical components of client engagements, collaborating closely with Managing Directors and Senior Managing Directors to deliver high-quality advisory services.
  • Support client management teams in the development, refinement, and validation of business plans, cash flow forecasts, and restructuring strategies.
  • Provide expert cash management services to identify and implement working capital and cash flow optimization opportunities.
  • Conduct rigorous stress-testing and validation of integrated business plans, budgets, and forecasting models using data-driven methodologies, including KPI definition, data visualization, and automated reporting.
  • Review and analyze detailed three-statement financial forecasts (profit & loss, cash flow, and balance sheet) as well as discounted cash flow (DCF) models to assess financial viability and strategic options.
  • Prepare comprehensive report outputs, ranging from board-level presentations and business plan documentation to independent business reviews for creditors.
  • Develop, evaluate, and present restructuring, refinancing, and insolvency options, integrating insights from cross-functional teams such as insolvency specialists, tax advisors, and sector experts.
  • Collaborate with legal advisors to interpret key legal documentation and drive critical processes, including term sheets, waivers, and loan documentation.
  • Draft and finalize engagement letters while ensuring full compliance with financial and risk management protocols.
  • Apply a deep understanding of engagement economics to optimize project delivery and client outcomes.
• Knowledge Acquisition and Professional Development:
  • Cultivate strong client relationship skills and deepen sector-specific expertise to enhance advisory capabilities.
  • Expand technical knowledge, broaden business advisory competencies, and refine leadership and people management skills.
  • Stay abreast of market trends, regulatory developments, and emerging issues within the Financial Advisory landscape.
  • Contribute to the evolution of our Financial Advisory propositions through continuous learning and innovation.
• People and Leadership:
  • Champion practice and talent development initiatives to foster a high-performing team culture.
  • Provide hands-on coaching, mentorship, and guidance to junior staff, fostering their professional growth both within and outside of project engagements.
  • Support and contribute to broader Financial Advisory training programs and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
  • Lead diverse teams with an inclusive and collaborative approach, recognizing and rewarding individual contributions to drive collective success.
• Business Development and Growth:
  • Take ownership of business development activities, including identifying and pursuing new opportunities within your network.
  • Actively support and contribute to marketing and sales initiatives led by Managing Directors and Senior Managing Directors.
  • Expand your professional network and leverage relationships to generate new business prospects and strengthen client partnerships.

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are seeking accomplished professionals with a proven track record in financial advisory, restructuring, or corporate finance. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical acumen, exceptional communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to lead complex engagements with confidence and precision. Experience in the Middle East, particularly in Saudi Arabia, is advantageous but not mandatory. A commitment to continuous learning, leadership excellence, and client-centric delivery is essential. If you are passionate about driving transformative financial solutions and eager to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and growing market, we invite you to apply.