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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Investment Management, or a related discipline (Master's 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.

What's on Offer

• 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.