VP​/Director, Education Private Equity PER, Private Equity

About Our Client

Our client is an established, international education-focused private equity team based in Doha, Qatar. This team is part of a larger financial institution with a strong team culture. They are looking to hire a VP / Director into an existing team.

This role requires full relocation to Doha, Qatar.

• Involvement in all aspects of the transaction process, from sourcing and analysis to the execution of investment opportunities, including due diligence, financial modelling, and the creation of investment materials.
• Participate in meetings with company management.
• Lead and manage direct reports within the team (Associates/Senior Associates).
• Build and maintain relationships within the industry.
• Lead the overall strategy, development, and management of the education fund's portfolio, ensuring alignment with the fund’s objectives, risk appetite, and financial targets.
• Fundraising and capital raising.
• Manage the financial performance of the portfolio, ensuring adequate returns while minimising risk.
• Develop and implement strategies to measure and report on the social and educational impact of the fund’s investments.

• Previous experience in M&A from a top investment bank and/or education-focused private equity fund.
• Experience with in and passion for education, specifically within the K-12 space.
• A degree from a top-tier institution within a relevant field.
• Ability to coach and lead individuals at the analyst/associate level.
• Willingness to relocate to Doha.