Private Equity Associate

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 10/21/2025

Founded in 2017, Shorooq is a multi-dimensional investment firm empowering innovation across MENA, Asia, and beyond through its venture capital, private credit, and private equity platforms. Our focus spans fintech, platforms, software, and deep tech — sectors shaping the future of the global economy.

Recognized for our top-quartile performance, Shorooq brings together innovation and institutional capital to unlock long-term value. The firm’s footprint spans the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Korea, allowing for a unique bridge between emerging and developed markets.

Role Overview

We are seeking a talented and driven Private Equity Associate or Senior Associate to join our growing team. The candidate will play an integral role in sourcing, evaluating, executing, and managing investments across a range of industries. This is a unique opportunity to work directly with senior leadership in a lean and entrepreneurial environment, offering significant exposure and responsibility from day one.

• Support in deal sourcing, execution, and portfolio management
• Conduct financial analysis, modeling, due diligence, and market research
• Prepare investment memos and present to the investment committee
• Collaborate with portfolio companies to support value creation initiatives
• Maintain strong industry relationships and network within the GCC region

• 2–6 years of experience in Investment Banking, Strategy Consulting, Big 4 Transaction Services, or Private Equity
• Demonstrated transaction experience and analytical rigor
• Sector-agnostic with a flexible and entrepreneurial mindset
• Hands‑on, proactive, and comfortable working in a small team (3–4 people)
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Fluent in English;
  Arabic proficiency is a strong plus
• Willingness to be based in Dubai or Abu Dhabi

Compensation and benefits are competitive, commensurate with experience

If you’re excited to play a meaningful role in shaping the future of businesses in the GCC and want to be part of an ambitious, hands‑on investment team, we’d love to hear from you.