Director- Specialist Advisory

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Director, Specialist Advisory page is loadedDirector, Specialist AdvisoryDirector, Specialist AdvisorylocationsRiyadh, SAU time typeVollzeit posted onHeute ausgeschrieben job requisition idREQ232071KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & ACTIVITIESStrategy Development, Planning and/ or Contribution * Manage the development and implementation of the divisional strategy ensuring alignment to Client?s vision, mission, and corporate objectives* Proactively monitor and measure the implementation of the divisional strategy and related strategic plan ensuring that variances are addressed in a timely manner* Ensure the provision of subject matter expertise for the assigned domain and provide counsel to Client?s leadership on all related areas to facilitate the achievement of the divisional strategic plan and Client?s strategy People Management * Manage the achievement of divisional objectives through effective leadership and by managing the setting of individual objectives, monitoring and measuring performance, and developing and motivating the team to maximize performance* Lead the talent development initiatives, collaborating with departmental experts and thereby ensuring the availability of talent to fit the business requirements Budgeting and Financial Performance * Manage the consolidation and recommend the divisional budget and monitor financial performance versus the budget to identify any variances or performance improvement areas Change Management * Lead the management of change through continuous improvement of divisional systems, processes and practices considering leading standards and changes in the business environment Reporting * Ensure that all divisional reports are prepared timely and accurately and meet Client?s requirements, policies, procedures, and quality standards Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures * Develop and lead the implementation of divisional policies, systems, processes, procedures, and controls so that all relevant procedural/ legislative requirements are fulfilled while delivering a quality, cost-effective service in a consistent manner* Monitor and measure adherence to divisional policies, systems, processes, and controls ensuring that variances are mitigated in a timely manner Investment Strategy and Requirements * Develop and lead a consolidated corporate and project funding strategy and translate it into annual investments plans for projects that need to be carried out each year and ensure coordination and alliance with relevant business functions.* Lead the creation of investment requirements to support new investments and other strategic business decisions (e.g. partnerships, PPPs, and investments). Project Financial Feasibility & Business Case Process * Oversee the development of a high-level and thorough project business case and feasibility study process in coordination with the Development & Asset Management department* Oversee effective communication with the Development & Asset Management, Design & Delivery, and Commercial departments to gather information (e.g., costing and scheduling from the Delivery department, project financing from the Project Financial Structuring division) and align on the project financial feasibility study approach, assessment, and outcome* Oversee the creation of modeling tools, templates, and functions, as well as the models flexibility and other requirements for real estate research* Lead the examination of Clients project financial structures and identify funding structures, choices, and sources of capital that are relevant to ongoing plans and projects in collaboration with CLIENT Corporate Finance* Oversee the development of project funding strategies in coordination with other Finance divisions such as Treasury & Corporate Finance and related divisions such as Development Partnerships and Investment * Oversee the cooperation with the various Asset Management divisions in order to stay current on the identification of real estate partnership options for Client with the private sector* Assist the various Asset Management divisions in analyzing partnership agreement possibilities and terms between commercial partners to ensure a win-win deal for all parties* Ensure continuous improvement, and oversee investment suggestions based on rigorous research and analysis* Oversee the regular investment reports and reviews, including quantitative and qualitative portfolio studies to align with Client objectives* Oversee the partnership execution process including drafting and negotiating partnership agreements in coordination with relevant departments (e.g., Legal Affairs)* Assist the Asset Management divisions in formalizing and implementing the contract with 3rd party specialized operators Fund Financing * Oversee the financing process, including identifying the sourcing and the deployment of funds needed to implement investments in close coordination with relevant functional areas* Assess the availability and effectiveness of financial incentives to attract investors and prospective business partners* Oversee the analysis on investor financing opportunities to assist in decision-making* Oversee the sharing of reports with stakeholders to inform them about corporate and project financing to support them with their decisions Continuous Improvement * Oversee project delivery and operations for potential update of projects? business plans and financial feasibilities and highlight any variations materially impacting project financial performance* Oversee the post-completion evaluation of partnership efficacy and develop suggestions for the future, including any chances to improve, extend, or terminate collaborations Stakeholders Management * Engage with the Development & Asset Management department as well as the Finance team to understand the purpose of the investments, which determines the investment direction and can be used as criterions in selection of the investment* Maintain constructive business relationships with relevant banks, financers, and funds in order to facilitate identifying, sourcing and negotiating appropriate financing options* Advise and consult with senior leaders to share details of the investment decisions, its implications, risks and opportunities that can be leveragedBACKGROUND, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge, Skills and Experience* Project business case development* Investor relations* Feasibility studies* Partnership?s effectiveness* Project management* Performance management* Planning and organization* Decision making and problem-solving* Strong oral and written communications* Strong leadership skills and an ability to connect with people to drive successful relationships* A demonstrable track record of working at the highest standards and delivering outstanding results, including managing change and delivering on growth strategies* Ability to work with key stakeholders, senior executives, management team and external partners/ advisors through collaboration & teamwork in a non-hierarchical relationship framework* 15+ years of relevant experience in Project Feasibility with at least 3 years in positions of progressively increasing managerial responsibilities* Experience in KSA and/ or GCC preferredQualifications* Bachelor?s degree in Finance and Accounting, Business Administration, or any other related fieldCOMMUNICATION - MAIN STAKEHOLDERSInternalExternal* Development& Asset Management department* Design & Delivery department* Commercial department* Project Financial Structuring division* CLIENT Corporate Finance* Finance divisions* Development division* Legal Affairs division* Hospitality and Marina Asset Management divisions * Real estate partnership* Private partners* Specialized operators Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) ist, zusammen mit seinen Tochter- und Beteiligungsgesellschaften, ein weltweit fhrendes Unternehmen fr

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