31 Asset Management jobs in Manama

• Conduct comprehensive financial research and analysis of potential investment opportunities across various asset classes.
• Develop sophisticated financial models for valuation, forecasting, and scenario analysis.
• Evaluate equity and fixed income securities, derivatives, and alternative investments.
• Monitor macroeconomic trends, market conditions, and geopolitical events impacting investments.
• Prepare detailed investment reports and presentations for senior management and investment committees.
• Collaborate with portfolio managers to develop and execute investment strategies.
• Track and analyze the performance of existing portfolio holdings.
• Identify investment risks and opportunities, and recommend appropriate actions.
• Stay current with industry best practices, regulatory changes, and market developments.
• Build and maintain relationships with sell-side analysts and industry contacts.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related quantitative field; Master's degree or CFA charter holder preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in investment analysis, portfolio management, or a related financial role.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, valuation techniques, and quantitative analysis.
• In-depth knowledge of financial markets, asset classes, and investment strategies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Proficiency in financial databases (e.g., Bloomberg, Refinitiv) and analytical software.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity and ethical standards.

• Conduct detailed reservoir characterization, simulation, and performance analysis for existing and potential exploration assets.
• Develop and implement integrated reservoir management strategies, including production forecasting, decline curve analysis, and reserves estimation.
• Utilize advanced reservoir simulation software (e.g., Eclipse, Petrel RE) to model fluid flow, predict reservoir behavior, and evaluate development scenarios.
• Identify and evaluate opportunities for enhanced oil recovery (EOR) and improved oil recovery (IOR) techniques.
• Collaborate with geoscientists, production engineers, and drilling engineers to develop integrated field development plans.
• Perform economic evaluations of reservoir development projects, including risk assessment and sensitivity analysis.
• Monitor reservoir performance and production data, making recommendations for optimization and timely intervention.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for management and investment committees.
• Mentor junior reservoir engineers and contribute to the technical growth of the subsurface team in a remote setting.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in reservoir engineering technologies, methodologies, and industry best practices.
• Contribute to the company's knowledge management efforts, documenting best practices and lessons learned.
• Engage in virtual technical forums and contribute to peer reviews of reservoir studies.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. A Ph.D. is a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in reservoir engineering, with a strong emphasis on reservoir simulation and asset management.
• Proven expertise in numerical reservoir simulation and interpretation of simulation results.
• Proficiency in industry-standard reservoir engineering software and tools.
• Strong understanding of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and geological principles relevant to reservoir performance.
• Experience with various recovery mechanisms and enhanced oil recovery techniques.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively present complex technical information to diverse audiences remotely.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a fully remote environment.
• Experience working with international assets and diverse reservoir types is advantageous.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or equivalent professional accreditation is preferred.

• Developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive well integrity management systems (WIMS) for offshore assets in accordance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices (e.g., ISO 16530-1, API RP 91).
• Conducting risk assessments and fitness-for-service evaluations for well barriers, casing, and associated equipment.
• Planning and overseeing well integrity testing, monitoring programs, and interventions.
• Analyzing well performance data, identifying potential integrity issues, and recommending appropriate corrective actions.
• Collaborating closely with subsurface, drilling, and production engineering teams to ensure integrated well lifecycle management.
• Providing expert technical guidance on well design, materials selection, and completion strategies to enhance long-term integrity.
• Investigating well integrity incidents, performing root cause analysis, and implementing lessons learned.
• Staying current with emerging technologies and methodologies in well integrity engineering and inspection techniques.
• Preparing technical reports, integrity assessments, and recommendations for management and regulatory bodies.
• Contributing to the development of company standards, procedures, and guidelines related to well integrity.
• Mentoring junior engineers and fostering a strong safety culture focused on well integrity.

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in well integrity engineering, preferably with a significant focus on offshore operations.
• In-depth understanding of well construction, completion, abandonment, and intervention processes.
• Proficiency in well integrity software, risk assessment methodologies, and data analysis techniques.
• Strong knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations governing well integrity.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to collaborate effectively in a remote team environment.
• Experience in managing integrity programs and working with regulatory agencies.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage multiple projects, and deliver high-quality results.

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Closing Date

15-May-2025

Zain is the pioneer of mobile telecommunications in the Middle East. We began life in 1983 in Kuwait as the region’s first mobile operator, and since the initiation of our expansion strategy in 2003, we have expanded rapidly. Read more here:

The role of the Financial Planning & Reporting Specialist is to independently manage the financial planning, analysis and reporting within Zain Bahrain. Reporting directly to the Budgeting and Business Performance.

1. Manage and monitor the annual budget and quarterly reforecasts.
2. Enhance budgeting and forecasting techniques to maintain high standards of quality and accuracy.
3. Design and review monthly financial performance reporting packages, including budget, forecasts, actuals of the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flows, ensuring alignment with overall targets and operational plans.
4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather relevant financial and operational data for analysis.
5. Conduct in-depth analysis to identify trends, patterns, and drivers of business performance, and provide actionable insights and recommendations.
6. Support the development of financial models and forecasts to evaluate business initiatives and assess their impact on financial performance.
7. Identify areas for process improvement and optimization to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of business performance analysis and reporting.
8. Stay updated with industry trends, best practices, and emerging tools and technologies in business performance analysis and reporting.
9. Review Business Case Studies to support better decision-making aligned with the budget and strategic plan.
10. Perform any related tasks as required or assigned.

Bachelor degree in Finance, Accounting or related subjects

Professional certification such as CPA, CA, CMA, CFA etc. is a plus

3-5+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis.

Experience in Telecom Industry is preferred.

1. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data, identify trends, and generate actionable insights.
2. Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis.
3. Excellent knowledge of key financial concepts, performance metrics, and reporting methodologies.
4. Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL) and experience with business intelligence and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
5. Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively present complex information to diverse audiences.
6. Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills.
7. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.

1. Business Acumen.
2. Situational awareness.
3. Accuracy.

If you meet the criteria and you are enthusiastic about the role, we would welcome your application. To complete the application you would need the following document(s):

• Develop and manage the annual budgeting and long-term strategic planning processes.
• Oversee the creation and ongoing refinement of financial forecasts, ensuring accuracy and alignment with business objectives.
• Conduct in-depth variance analysis, identifying key drivers of financial performance and recommending corrective actions.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor business performance and provide insights to stakeholders.
• Prepare comprehensive financial reports and presentations for the executive team, board of directors, and other stakeholders.
• Partner with business unit leaders to understand their financial needs, provide analytical support, and drive financial discipline.
• Lead the implementation and optimization of financial planning and reporting systems (e.g., ERP, FP&A software).
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization and revenue enhancement through rigorous financial analysis.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing FP&A team.
• Stay informed about industry trends, economic conditions, and regulatory changes that may impact the company's financial performance.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Excellent understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Experience with financial systems and reporting tools (e.g., Hyperion, SAP, Oracle, Tableau).
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to identifying business opportunities and challenges.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Leading the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with strategic goals.
• Developing long-range financial plans (3-5 year plans) and performing scenario analysis to assess potential business outcomes.
• Providing in-depth financial analysis, including variance analysis, profitability analysis, and key performance indicator (KPI) tracking.
• Preparing comprehensive financial reports and presentations for the executive team, board of directors, and other stakeholders.
• Identifying key business drivers, trends, and risks, and translating them into actionable financial insights and recommendations.
• Collaborating with business unit leaders to understand their financial needs, develop departmental budgets, and monitor performance.
• Driving the continuous improvement of FP&A processes, systems, and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Mentoring and developing a high-performing FP&A team, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented environment.
• Staying abreast of economic trends, industry best practices, and regulatory changes affecting financial planning.
• Supporting strategic initiatives, mergers, acquisitions, and other special projects with financial analysis and modeling.