Job Details

A leading diversified Automotive Group is seeking a highly experienced Corporate Finance & Strategy Advisor to work closely with the CEO and Board of Directors. This strategic role will be pivotal in shaping the group's financial future through expert guidance on corporate finance, investment strategy, business restructuring, and long-term planning across various business units.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise senior leadership and the Board on capital structure, investment decisions, and long-term financial strategy.

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis across the group’s portfolio.

• Evaluate and execute mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.

• Build and maintain complex financial models for valuation, scenario analysis, and strategic decision-making.

• Support capital raising initiatives including equity, debt, and structured financing.

• Ensure robust financial governance, risk management, and compliance practices across the group.

• Partner with business units to assess new growth opportunities including EV transition, digital mobility, and diversification.

• Monitor regional and global automotive industry trends and assess their strategic implications.

• Drive cost optimization initiatives and support restructuring or turnaround strategies where necessary.

• Serve as a strategic advisor for annual business plans, budget cycles, and long-term growth initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration (MBA), Economics, or related field.

• Professional certifications such as CFA, CPA, CA, CMA, or ACCA strongly preferred.

• 20+ years of relevant experience in corporate finance, investment banking, consulting, or strategic advisory roles.

• Demonstrated experience in M&A, financial modeling, valuation, capital raising, and restructuring.

• Previous exposure to large diversified business groups; automotive or manufacturing sector experience in the GCC is highly desirable.

• Deep understanding of financial governance, compliance, and risk frameworks.

• Proficient in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle), MS Excel, and business intelligence tools.

• Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking.

• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and decision-making skills.

• Ability to influence at the highest levels, including C-suite and Board members.

• Outstanding communication and stakeholder management abilities.

• Capable of managing cross-functional initiatives in high-pressure environments.