Value Creation & Strategy Analyst

• Strategic Advisory
  
• Capital Advisory
  
• Talent Advisory
  

• Assist in preparing pitch decks, investment memos, and fund marketing materials for Shorooq's current and future funds.
  
• Oversee the production of the quarterly and annual reports for all funds under management.
  
• Analyze LP data and trends to inform fundraising strategies.
  
• Collaborate with internal teams to plan roadshows, events, and LP engagement activities.
  
• Engage in overall relationship management with Limited Partners and external stakeholders.
  

• Conduct deep-dive analyses of portfolio companies to identify growth opportunities and track performance metrics and inform follow-on investment decisions.
  
• Assist portfolio companies on strategic aspects and in their fundraising efforts.
  
• Work on strategic projects such as exit planning, market expansion, or partnership development.
  
• Build the value creation playbook.
  

• Prepare meeting materials, and action plans for internal and external discussions.
  
• Support organizational initiatives such as conference participation, knowledge-sharing activities, and internal process optimization.
  

• Monitor regional and global market trends in venture capital, credit and private equity as well as other asset classes.
  
• Research and draft reports on emerging investment themes and sector opportunities.
  
• Support internal strategic planning initiatives to refine Shorooq’s positioning and offerings.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s preferred but not required.
  
• 1–2 years (including internships) of relevant experience in investment banking, venture capital, private equity, management consulting or similar fields.
  
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
  
• Proficiency in financial modeling, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; knowledge of Arabic is a plus.
  
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Passion for innovation, entrepreneurship, and making an impact in the MENA region and emerging markets.
  

Benefits

• An opportunity to work with a market-leading firm shaping the future of MENA’s ecosystem.
  
• Opportunities for growth within a rapidly expanding multi-asset fund manager that has scaled its AUM from $2mm to $500mm in under six years.
  
• A collaborative and entrepreneurial team environment.
  
• Exposure to high-impact projects with top-tier founders and investors.
  
• Competitive compensation and benefits.