JV & Commercial Structuring Manager

Oman Investment Authority

Duties and Responsibilities:

A. Strategic & Analytical

Identify and evaluate strategic investment, acquisition, and partnership opportunities in mining and mineral value-chain sectors.

Conduct market intelligence, benchmarking, and competitive analysis to support MDO s investment strategy.

Develop financial models, valuation assessments, and feasibility analysis to assess potential deals.

Prepare investment memos, board papers, and presentation materials for senior management and Board decision-making.

Support the development and periodic review of the JV strategy and pipeline aligned with MDO s growth priorities.

B. Transaction Execution

Lead commercial workstreams during transaction execution, including deal structuring, due diligence coordination, valuation, and negotiation support.

Manage cross-functional teams (technical, legal, financial, ESG, operations) to ensure timely and rigorous assessment of opportunities.

Coordinate with external advisors including investment banks, consultants, legal counsel, and technical experts.

Participate in negotiation of transaction terms, shareholder agreements, governance arrangements, and post-acquisition integration plans.

Ensure compliance with internal governance frameworks and investment approval processes.

C. Joint Venture & Partnership Management

Work with internal stakeholders to assess partnership structures and optimal cooperation models.

Support establishment and onboarding of joint venture companies including governance, shareholder rights, and commercial terms.

Monitor performance of existing JVs and investments, identifying improvement opportunities.

D. Reporting & Governance

Prepare high-quality documentation for Investment Committee, Board Committees, and Executive Management.

Maintain a clear transaction pipeline dashboard and performance tracking for all ongoing deals.

Ensure all M&A activities adhere to MDO policies, regulatory requirements, and international best practices.

Technical Skills

Financial modeling, valuation techniques (DCF, comparables, precedent transactions), commercial structuring, due diligence management, negotiation support, business case development.

Competencies:

Technical Competencies

Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills.

Strong transaction structuring and commercial negotiation capabilities.

Understanding of investment governance frameworks and shareholder agreements.

Ability to manage multi-disciplinary project teams and external advisors.

Behavioral Competencies

Strategic thinking and business judgment.

Strong communication and presentation skills.

Stakeholder management and ability to influence senior decision-makers.

High level of integrity, accountability, and professional discipline.

Ability to perform under pressure and manage parallel priorities.