Partner/Director, Venture Debt Fund, Abu Dhabi, UAE

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Date: 1 week ago
City: Abu Dhabi
Contract type: Full time
About Our Client

This is a unique opportunity to be the face of a venture debt fund in Abu Dhabi as a Partner-level hire, focusing on expansion in the GCC region. With a proven track record in venture debt, the firm has sanctioned over half a billion dollars to date.

What the job involves

  • Help secure and deploy venture debt investments across the GCC market, leveraging local and international relationships
  • Work closely with the existing global team, with plans to expand and build a dedicated team in the GCC
  • Play a critical role in sourcing and managing deals within the ecosystem in the GCC, with a focus on deploying out of their venture debt fund
  • Engage with high-profile VC and PE relationships to assist with fundraising efforts, while cherry-picking investments from top-performing companies
  • Oversee the firm’s ongoing investments, ensuring high returns, and contributing to long-term strategic initiatives

Who we are looking for

  • A senior-level candidate with a strong background in venture debt/ private credit and investment ecosystems within the GCC
  • Proven experience in sourcing and managing deals, particularly within venture debt or similar financial services
  • International exposure, combined with local UAE market expertise, is highly valued
  • Technical skills in investment management and deal execution are critical, though personality fit and relationship-building capabilities are key hiring criteria
  • This role will not initially involve leading a team, but the candidate will have the opportunity to build out a team in the region over time

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