Senior Manager - Development Financial Analysis - CDU6 - CDUP 2095

Senior Manager – Development Financial Analysis – CDU6 – CDUP 2095 Qiddiya Investment Company is transforming the entertainment landscape in Saudi Arabia, and we are seeking an experienced development professional to fill the role of Senior Manager – Development Financial Analysis within our Sports Business Unit. This position is pivotal in supporting to shape our development thinking through comprehensive business planning, financial strategy, and analysis for proposed world‑class sports assets for international events within Qiddiya City.

As a Senior Manager of Development Financial Analysis – Sports, you will provide robust development financial analysis and commercial acumen across a range of sports assets. You will conduct optimization studies, build financial models and produce committee papers to support the development process. You will partner with executives, development professionals, strategy teams and key stakeholders to shape the future of world‑class sports assets and facilities.

Key Responsibilities

Develop investment strategies, business plans, and financial frameworks for multibillion‑dollar development projects through development and construction.

Drive capital optimization, building sophisticated financial models to assess all investment decisions with a commercial focus.

Build innovative financial models and revenue strategies for sports assets, quantifying development decision‑making with clear financial goals, options and sensitivities.

Lead complex feasibility studies and strategic assessments for major development initiatives, including guidance on capital structure, funding options and risk management strategies.

Support transformation initiatives in financial and commercial strategy to ensure decision‑making is based on best‑in‑class analysis.

Lead strategic due diligence and valuation of potential investments, partnerships and development opportunities.

Guide long‑term financial forecasting and scenario planning to optimize portfolio performance and returns.

Present and communicate financial insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders, supporting decision‑making across the organization and within the development governance framework.

Support team growth, providing a dynamic leadership environment for colleagues focused on developing talent in this area.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, real estate, or a related field.

Minimum 9–12 years of relevant experience.

Client‑side development roles preferred, with a focus on sports or experiential assets and operational exit experience.

Exceptional proficiency in complex Excel‑based financial modeling, strategic planning tools and Power BI.

Proven track record of leading financial strategy and business planning for large‑scale development projects.

Experience translating complex financial models into simple presentation decks and reports to guide stakeholders.

Experience in financial planning and business strategy for major sporting venues highly desirable.

Strong understanding of operational assets, working with profit and loss accounts and identifying key levers, optimization opportunities and risks.

Demonstrated expertise in capital markets, project finance and investment strategy, identifying key risks and mitigation strategies.

Strong background in developing and implementing commercial frameworks and revenue optimization strategies.

Exceptional critical thinking and strategic problem‑solving abilities, with a capability to drive innovation and challenge conventional approaches.

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Analyst

Industries IT Services and IT Consulting

Location : Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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