Investment Analyst

Job Role: The Investment Analyst will support the investment team by conducting thorough financial analysis, market research, and investment feasibility assessments within the real estate and hospitality sectors. The role requires high-level financial modelling, due diligence, and reporting to aid in investment decisions and strategic planning. This position will be outcome-driven and based on project requirements.

• Perform investment feasibility studies, cash flow projections, and ROI/IRR analysis for ADG’s projects.
• Monitor industry trends, macroeconomic data, and regulatory changes that may affect investment decisions.
• Assist in conducting Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) checks related to investment partners, vendors, or funding sources.
• Prepare investment memoranda, pitch decks, and executive summaries for internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist in scenario analysis and sensitivity analysis to assess risk and return profiles.
• Develop, maintain, and update financial models and valuation reports using Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), comparable transactions, and other techniques.
• Adhere to data protection and governance standards when handling sensitive financial data, investor reports, or client portfolios.
• Monitor Legal & Regulatory Development - Up to date with the licensing, tax, foreign ownership rules, and requirements that may impact potential deals.
• Collaborate with consultants, legal advisors, and operations teams to evaluate development or acquisition opportunities.
• Participate in project reviews, site visits, and stakeholder meetings, as required.
• Support the due diligence process by analyzing legal, financial, operational, and regulatory documents.
• Identify, document, and escalate potential investment, operational, or reputational risks related to non-compliance.
• Ensure Regulatory Compliance in terms of evaluation and financial models aligned with the local, regional, and international Laws & Regulations.
• Conduct detailed market research, including trends in real estate and tourism/hospitality, demand-supply metrics, and competitor benchmarking.

• Proven track record in evaluating hotel acquisitions, developments, or real estate projects.
• - Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA)
• Fluent in English (mandatory - written and verbal) and Arabic is a plus.
• At least one Professional Certification is mandatory
• Strong Experience in Microsoft skills, Power Point, Clear Point and other system.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in investment analysis, real estate finance, or hospitality investment.
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Real Estate, Investment, or a related field.
• - Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA)
• - CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst)
• - Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)

Salary Range is between AED 12,000- 17,000 plus other benefits.