Capital Markets Manager

KAIZEN Asset Management Services is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Capital Markets Manager to join our dynamic team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing the capital markets strategies for our extensive portfolio of properties, while ensuring compliance with all regulatory frameworks.

Your expertise will guide investment activities, financing strategies, and market analysis to support KAIZEN’s continued growth and success. The ideal candidate will bring a collaborative approach, exceptional analytical skills, and a deep understanding of market trends.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute capital markets strategies to optimize financing options for property acquisitions and developments.
• Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis to identify investment opportunities and assess risks.
• Coordinate with external stakeholders, including financial institutions, investors, and legal advisors, to facilitate financing arrangements.
• Negotiate terms and conditions for debt and equity financing transactions.
• Monitor and analyze the performance of portfolio investments against market benchmarks.
• Prepare detailed financial models and projections to support investment decision-making.
• Prepare investment reports and presentations for senior management and key stakeholders.
• Stay informed about economic trends and legislative changes that could impact capital markets.
• Foster strong relationships with internal teams to align capital market activities with overall business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices in capital markets transactions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field
  (Master’s degree or CFA is a strong advantage)

• 5–7+ years of experience in capital markets, investment banking, real estate finance, or related fields
• Proven track record of closing debt and equity transactions (acquisitions, developments, and refinancings)
• Hands-on experience structuring complex capital stacks (senior debt, mezzanine, equity, preferred equity, JVs)
• Strong exposure to UAE / GCC real estate markets and regional lenders
• Demonstrated experience working with institutional investors, family offices, and banks
• Advanced financial modeling skills (cash flow, IRR, waterfalls, sensitivity and scenario analysis)
• Strong understanding of cost of capital, risk pricing, and investment structures
• Excellent negotiation skills for term sheets and financing documentation
• High proficiency in Excel, financial reporting tools, and investor presentation materials
• Experience in the real estate sector
• Knowledge of Sharia-compliant financing and alternative funding instruments
• CFA, CAIA, or similar professional certification