Associate, Special Opportunities (Diversified Investments)

About UsMubadala is a leading global and responsible investor with US$280+ billion assets under management, five global offices and business investments in 50+ countries. We deliver impact, create sustainable financial returns and help find solutions to the world’s biggest challenges.As a business, we aim to double the size of our portfolio over the next decade. For this, we need the very best talent at all levels who are looking to take on a new challenge and to meaningfully support the growth of the business and contribute to the future of the UAE and the world.A role with Mubadala means responsibility, autonomy and empowerment. You would be directly involved in transactions and working with some of the best minds and dealmakers. This brings exciting opportunities for people across the organization, enabling them to access new, diverse and challenging experiences.Join us at Mubadala and make change happen!What Will You DoPlatform Overview:Disruptive Investments operates in a number of areas including Growth Investments, Credit Investments, and Investment partnerships with the Governments of the UK, France, China and beyond. We identify investment opportunities with strong growth potential and help incubate these to achieve their full potential. Our aim is to create sustainable returns through growth acceleration and value creation.Join a newly formed business unit “Special Opportunities” within Mubadala Investment Company.To collaboratively drive the new investments through leading deals from origination to execution, and asset management for a specific portfolio of assets. Ensure alignment to the investment strategy and philosophy as well as Mubadala Investment Company’s governance. In addition, act as an asset manager for a number of assets ensuring alignment to the investment plans, objectives and initial business case. Continuously maximize asset performance and returns by guiding strategies for value creation.What Will You BringA Bachelor degree holder in business management, finance, economics or equivalent. A Master degree from a top-tier, internationally recognized higher education institution or a financial certification (e.g. CFA, CPA, CAIA) is preferred.At least 4 years of experience in progressively more complex and senior roles in a top-tier investment banking, private equity, alternative asset management, stressed debt, or a related field, with a focus on special situations, capital solutions or tactical opportunities.Strong theoretical and practical knowledge in investment and asset management concepts and practices.Proven track record in investing across the capital structure in complex situations, at different point in the cycle.Deep understanding of the legal and regulatory landscape related to stressed/distressed investing.Understand the bigger picture and how the business function affects Mubadala Investment Company’s overall strategyBroad understanding of instruments such as equity, preferred equity, convertible bonds, structured credit or equity and creditAbility to lead end-to-end deal origination and execution and associated cross-functional deal teamsStrong ability to challenge business cases, and scrutinize deals and deal structuresAbility to coach Analysts based on clear IDPs, with clear vertical and horizontal development trajectoryAbility to support the Board and the Board Committees to address core business issues and to provide management with the necessary guidancePossess a range of communication styles and able to tailor the style to the audienceConsistently challenges the ongoing thinking and takes concrete steps to explore new ideasAbility to identify risks, define mitigation strategies, and implement them in highly complex settings (e.g., hedging)Develop clear negotiation strategies based on sound understanding of stakeholders interest and objectivesDrive investment strategy formation and work directly with management teams In-depth financial modeling and quantitative skillsAbility to work in a dynamic environment with strict deadlineWhat We Offer YouA superior platform to grow your career including.A role that has social and financial impact.Great working environment with talented and like-minded colleagues.Market leading pay and benefits including performance pay.Hybrid working and wellness benefits to help you live your best work and private life.Opportunity to grow and develop through learning and experience.Excellent work culture enabled by our values of Accountability, Inspiration, Integrity & Partnership.Key IndicatorsLocation: Abu DhabiFlexible Working: Remote working up to 8 days a month