Venture Capital Senior Director

About the role

The Venture Capital Senior Director will lead the firm’s investment strategy and portfolio management across targeted sectors. This senior position drives deal sourcing, execution, and value‑creation initiatives while building strategic partnerships within the startup ecosystem.

Key responsibilities

• Lead venture capital investment strategy and portfolio management activities.
• Identify, evaluate, and execute high‑potential investment opportunities.
• Conduct investment analysis, market assessments, and commercial due diligence.
• Lead negotiations, investment structuring, and transaction execution.
• Build and maintain relationships with founders, investors, accelerators, and ecosystem stakeholders.
• Monitor portfolio company performance and provide strategic guidance.
• Drive value‑creation initiatives and support portfolio growth strategies.
• Prepare investment recommendations, reports, and presentations for executive leadership and investment committees.
• Identify emerging market trends and innovation opportunities aligned with organizational strategy.
• Support fundraising activities, partnerships, and ecosystem development initiatives.
• Lead and mentor venture capital and investment teams.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• 12‑18+ years of experience in venture capital, private equity, investment banking, or investment advisory.
• Proven track record in investment evaluation, portfolio management, and deal execution.
• Deep understanding of startup ecosystems, innovation trends, and growth‑stage investments.
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical capabilities.
• Experience managing investor and founder relationships.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and strategic thinking abilities.
• Outstanding communication and executive presentation skills.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is a strong advantage.
• Saudi nationality required.

Required skills