Group Finance Director

We are recruiting for a Group Finance Director in Dubai for a fast-growing, multinational investment group. In this role, the Group Finance Director will have overall responsibility for the financial health, governance and strategic direction of the Group. Furthermore, they will act as a key advisor to the Chairman, CEO and senior leadership team. As such, the position combines high-level strategic input with detailed financial oversight. In turn, this supports capital raising, investment activity, M&A and portfolio performance across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities for the Group Finance Director Role

• Lead the Group’s financial strategy, ensuring alignment with overall corporate objectives
• Develop and implement robust financial planning, budgeting and forecasting processes
• Oversee the preparation and timely delivery of accurate, transparent financial reporting across all group entities, in line with IFRS
• Partner closely with the Chairman & CEO on capital raising, including private equity, venture capital and debt financing
• Lead M&A activity, including financial due diligence, valuation, negotiation and post-acquisition integration
• Contribute to the development and execution of the Group’s corporate and investment strategy
• Identify, assess and mitigate financial and operational risks across the Group
• Oversee treasury, cash-flow management and capital allocation
• Build, lead and mentor a high-performing international finance team, fostering a collaborative and performance-driven culture
• Act as a key interface with investors, banks, auditors and external advisers

Group Finance Director Candidate Profile

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent)
• Proven leadership experience in a senior finance role within a complex, multinational or investment-led organisation
• Strong background in private equity, investments, corporate finance, capital raising and M&A
• Deep understanding of financial planning, analysis and reporting, with strong IFRS knowledge
• Experience managing cross-border structures and international accounting standards
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior executives, investors and external stakeholders
• Highly detail-oriented, proactive and results-driven, with strong commercial judgement
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced, demanding environments and under pressure
• Collaborative, relationship-focused leadership style

The Opportunity for a Senior Finance Leader

This role presents an exceptional opportunity for a high-calibre Group Finance Director in Dubai to play a pivotal role in the continued growth of a rapidly expanding, high-growth investment group. The successful candidate will be comfortable balancing strategic leadership with hands-on execution and will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across a diverse global portfolio.

Executive Compensation and Strategic Scope

• Competitive executive-level compensation
• Significant autonomy and strategic influence
• Direct exposure to investment decision-making and value creation
• Long-term opportunity within a growing international investment platform.

If you have the relevant experience and this opportunity sounds interesting, we would love to hear from you! Please apply via the link outlined below.