Managing Director - Senior Originator, Strategic Equity Capital Markets

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has opened for a seasoned professional to join the Strategic Equity Capital Markets (SECM) team as a Senior Originator at Managing Director level. This role will focus on originating and executing complex equity solutions, particularly in the Middle East, with emphasis on cross-border listed equity transactions involving strategic shareholders such as sovereign wealth funds, family offices, and corporates.

The position is integral to expanding business relationships and product penetration within the region, especially across strategic equity, equity advisory, and tailored financing offerings.

Key Responsibilities

Origination & Business Development

• Lead SECM origination efforts in the Middle East region.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key regional stakeholders including corporates, family offices, SWFs, and external advisors.

• Actively collaborate with strategic partners to enhance market coverage and opportunity generation.

• Promote the SECM offering internally and externally with a focus on strategic equity and structured equity solutions.

Product Expertise

• Structure and pitch a wide range of solutions, including:

  • Equity-backed financing (e.g., forwards, repos, margin loans)

  • Equity derivative strategies (e.g., collars, equity swaps)

  • Structured monetisation (e.g., mandatory convertibles, prepaid puts)

  • Hedging and portfolio optimisation for large equity holdings

Deal Execution & Client Engagement

• Coordinate with internal teams (Structuring, Trading, Legal, Syndicate, Coverage, etc.) on transaction development and delivery.

• Lead transaction execution from origination through to closing.

• Perform financial analysis, modelling, and due diligence on clients and potential transactions.

• Organise and lead client pitches and maintain high-level engagement throughout.

Who We’re Looking For

Key Experience & Skills:

• Extensive experience in equity financing and strategic equity transactions, particularly in the Middle East.

• Strong understanding of equity capital markets, structured finance, derivatives, and corporate finance.

• Proven ability to lead complex, cross-border transactions and client relationships.

• Strong commercial acumen, analytical skills, and project leadership.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation capabilities.

• Highly autonomous, entrepreneurial, and team-oriented mindset.

Ready to lead innovative equity solutions and drive strategic relationships across the Middle East?
Apply now to join a dynamic investment banking team at the forefront of equity structuring and advisory.