Transaction Advisory Services Consultant

Role Overview

This is a full-time position based in Doha, Qatar, tailored for professionals aiming to establish their career in Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) and advisory services within the regional market. The consultant will be involved in comprehensive transaction advisory activities such as initial screening, conducting due diligence, valuation, financial modeling, and preparing deal documentation. The role demands working on progressively complex tasks across various projects while collaborating with senior colleagues to ensure excellence in delivery.

Primary Duties

• Participate in financial due diligence for both buy-side and sell-side transactions.
• Assist in valuation tasks including discounted cash flow (DCF), leveraged buyout (LBO), and comparable company analysis.
• Help prepare marketing and management materials such as teasers and information memoranda.
• Conduct thorough research on industry sectors, markets, and individual companies to support advisory projects.
• Support transaction structuring and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements including QFMA, QCB, and Companies Law.
• Draft client-oriented reports, presentations, and related documents under guidance.
• Contribute to engagement planning, including assigning resources and scheduling work.
• Manage organization and preparation of engagement documents and formal letters.
• Maintain orderly deal files and assist with project management of transactions.
• Coordinate across legal, financial, and operational due diligence teams.
• Support the creation and tracking of work plans and time budgets.
• Conduct second-level checks of assigned work products.
• Ensure deliverables meet established quality and consistency standards.
• Apply accounting, valuation, and consulting expertise to client engagements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients’ personnel.
• Support client interactions and maintain ongoing communication.
• Assist in evaluating client satisfaction and address continuing engagement requirements.
• Guide junior staff as necessary.
• Help prepare technical and financial proposals.
• Engage in business development activities and preparation of pitches.
• Contribute knowledge sharing and enhance service processes continuously.
• Utilize technological tools to improve efficiency and teamwork.

Candidate Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline is required.
• One to three years of professional experience in audit, corporate finance, investment banking, or advisory services.
• Prior exposure to Big 4 or mid-tier advisory firms is beneficial.
• Solid understanding of financial statements, IFRS standards, and valuation methodologies.
• Proficient in financial modeling using Excel, including DCF, LBO, and comparable analyses.
• Proficiency in both English and Arabic languages is a strong asset.
• Enrollment as a CFA Level 1 candidate or current/ongoing qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, or CA is preferred.
• Strong analytical reasoning, planning abilities, and sound decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of risk-based advisory and internal control frameworks is advantageous.
• Demonstrated integrity, meticulous attention to detail, and dedication to delivering quality outcomes.