Highlights:Lead the structuring and IPO of the very first REIT at Saudi Arabian NOMU Parallel Market | Lead the very first capital reduction and rights issue mandates at Wasatah Capital | Advised Almarai Company on acquisition of Alamar Foods Company (KSA) | Prepared bankable feasibility study for the Durrah Sugar Refinery at Yanbu KSA | Advised on the first merger under new M&A guidelines after 10-year hiatus in KSA stock market

Skills:Investment, Merger, M&A, REIT, Funds, Financial Analysis, budgeting, Business plan, due diligence, Financial Modelling

Goal:To lead a team of financial analysts and associates on high profile projects.

Certification:Financial Analytics: Forecasting, Modelling, and Optimization Certificate, Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania Level 3 Certificate in Wealth & Investment Management, Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment Corporate Finance Technical Foundations (Saudi Arabia), Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment

Honor:Secured second position in MBA

Head of Asset Management 03/2021 - current
Wasatah Capital, Riyadh, Central Saudi Arabia
Industry: Investment Banking
Led the structuring and public offering of Alwaha REIT at NOMU Parallel Market Structured and managed three private funds investing in healthcare and food & beverages sectors Managed a public equity fund investing in Saudi equities
Spearheaded a team of Fund Managers and Assistant Fund Managers to set up and manage 3 PE Funds and 1 REIT. Increased department revenue by 175% in last 3 years. Managed the entire spectrum of real estate asset management including but not limited to analysis and execution of asset enhancement initiatives, leasing, property management, valuation, financial analysis/modelling, market research/analysis and internal & external reporting. Managed high-net-worth and institutional client communication and meetings. Reviewed investment committee memos and presentations.--
Vice President Corporate Finance & Private Equity 03/2015 - 02/2021
Wasatah Capital, Riyadh, Central Saudi Arabia
Industry: Invesment Banking
Managed end to end transactions related to M&A, Rights Issue, IPOs, capital reduction, debt restructuring
Spearheaded the execution of multi-billion-riyal M&A and ECM transactions, providing strategic guidance and driving the execution process from inception to closure. Fostered and maintained relationships with key stakeholders, including high-net-worth clients, regulatory bodies, financial and legal advisors. Conceived and delivered pitches across a spectrum of transactions. Provided expert financial analysis and valuations, utilizing sophisticated financial models for mergers, acquisitions and capital raising transactions. Guided and mentored junior team members, fostering their professional development and nurturing a high-performance culture.--
Vice President 04/2012 - 02/2015
Manhattan Capital ME, Riyadh, Central Saudi Arabia
Industry: Invesment Banking
Sell side advisory for one of the largest healthcare deals in GCC related to dental clinics Prepared feasibility study for Durrah Sugar Refinery
Instrumental in closing 8 M&A and Debt transactions amounting to SAR 1.6 billion. Developed relationships with new and existing clients. Guided junior professionals in devising financial and cash flow projection models. Assured on-time completion of high-value projects through effective task delegation, administration and evaluation. Streamlined data rooms setup, which expedited processes by 25% for enhanced due diligence.--
Research Analyst 04/2008 - 03/2012
Muhammad Al Romaizan, Riyadh, Central Saudi Arabia
Industry: Private Equity
Acquired and monitored equity investments in SCITUS Cement China and JP Morgan AIRRO Fund Acquired equity stakes in OCTAL Petrochemicals Oman and participated in capital increase for expansion Invested in Manara Wartsila Power Fund, Dawood Islamic Bank and Gulf African Bank Sourced, screened and acquired stakes at different funding rounds of Atrium Co, DEPA, Bell Canada, Teneros Inc, Canadian Rockport Homes, ACT Airline, Miradia Inc, MarketTools Inc, Motricity Inc and Gulf Housing Solutions
Advised the family office on private equity and venture capital transactions. Identified potential strategic investments and supervised origination, negotiation and structuring. Distilled salient points from pitch books, memorandums to derive a point of view and present it to board. Monitored investments against benchmarks, reviewed strategic plans and attended meetings.--
Business Development Manager 06/2005 - 03/2008
NAMA Investments Pakistan Pvt Ltd, Lahore, Punjab Pakistan
Industry: Private Equity
Lead the project development team for USD 1.3Bln NPK Fertilizer Complex Project (JV with IPIC)
Managed a team of professionals to acquire and manage investments in various sectors for GCC investors.--
VP Merchandising and Supply Chain 03/2003 - 03/2005
Makhzan Al Maktab Office Supllies Co, Riyadh, Central Saudi Arabia
Industry: FMCG
Managed 5 product managers and 36 operational staff from purchasing, warehouse and logistics.
Directed the operations and sales planning and implementing. Improved product availability, increased stock turn--
Director Marketing & Sales 06/2002 - 03/2003
Makhzan Al Maktab Office Supllies Co, Riyadh, Central Saudi Arabia
Industry: FMCG
Managed sales, telesales, customer services and marketing staff of 35. Introduced sales targets for the country and ensure these targets were met and exceeded. Conducted regular reviews of revenues and the implementation of pricing programs
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Finance & Accounts Chief 07/2000 - 09/2001
STFA Group, Ormara, Baluchistan Pakistan
Industry: Construction
Managed all financial and administration activities of project. Provided analysis of budget, financial reports to head office
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Finance and Accounts Officer 07/1999 - 07/2000
STFA Group, Ormara, Baluchistan Pakistan
Industry: Construction
Oversaw the timely submission of all financial reports for head office. Prepared project bills and maintained billing accounts. Managed day to day accounting activities. Ensured effective external audits and reviews
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Peshawar University 06/1995 - 07/1997
Peshawar, KPK, Pakistan
Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Major:Business Administration
CGPA of 3.0/4.0

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