GROUP CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (GROUP CFO)

2.1 Capital Markets, Fundraising & Investor Relations Lead equity and debt fundraising initiatives from strategy through transaction closing. Develop investor presentations, financial models, business plans and transaction materials. Build and maintain relationships with private equity firms, institutional investors, investment banks and other strategic capital partners. Lead negotiations with investors and financing partners. Evaluate funding structures and recommend optimal capital solutions for the Group. Manage ongoing investor and shareholder communication. 2.2 Corporate Banking & Treasury Develop and maintain strategic relationships with local and international banking partners. Lead the negotiation and structuring of group-level credit facilities. Oversee group-wide liquidity, cash-flow forecasting and treasury operations. Manage multi-currency treasury requirements and foreign-exchange exposure. Establish robust treasury controls, reporting and cash-management processes. Monitor debt capacity, covenant compliance and financing costs. 2.3 Corporate, Tax & Cross-Border Structuring Lead the development of an institutional-grade corporate structure across relevant ADGM/DIFC jurisdictions. Evaluate legal and fiscal structures supporting domestic and international expansion. Oversee cross-border tax planning, compliance and structuring. Work closely with external legal, tax and professional advisors on group restructuring and transactions. Ensure the Group's corporate and tax architecture supports scalability, governance and long-term value creation. 2.4 Portfolio Governance & Capital Allocation Establish a group-wide capital allocation framework to maximize risk-adjusted ROI. Provide financial and commercial oversight across manufacturing, consumer and other operating platforms. Evaluate major investments, expansion plans, acquisitions and strategic initiatives. Monitor portfolio company performance against financial and strategic objectives. Identify underperforming assets and recommend corrective actions or restructuring strategies. Support the Founder/CEO and Board with data-driven investment and strategic decisions. 2.5 Portfolio FP&A & Commercial Governance Lead group-level budgeting, forecasting and financial planning. Implement advanced financial modelling and scenario analysis for strategic decision-making. Develop consolidated management reporting and executive dashboards. Establish consistent financial KPIs across portfolio companies. Provide forward-looking analysis on profitability, cash flow, working capital and capital requirements. Ensure operating companies remain aligned with Group-level financial and strategic objectives. 2.6 IFRS, Audit, Systems & IPO Readiness Standardize accounting policies and financial reporting practices across the Group in accordance with IFRS. Lead the transition of subsidiaries toward institutional-quality financial controls and reporting standards. Coordinate with Big 4 auditors and other external advisors. Establish robust internal controls, governance and financial reporting frameworks. Lead the preparation of consolidated financial statements and audit processes. Build an institutional-grade reporting environment capable of supporting due diligence, fundraising and IPO requirements. Ensure the Group maintains accurate and transparent financial records across all entities. 2.7 M&A & Strategic Transactions Identify, evaluate and execute potential M&A and strategic investment opportunities. Lead transaction modelling, valuation, due diligence and deal structuring. Coordinate with legal, tax, investment banking and advisory partners throughout transactions. Assess acquisition targets and strategic investments against Group objectives and return thresholds. Manage transaction negotiations through signing and closing. Develop post-acquisition financial integration and performance-monitoring frameworks.

KEY DELIVERABLES & KPIs Secure at least one major capital raise, refinancing or M&A transaction within the first 12 months. Finalize the ADGM/DIFC corporate restructuring plan and optimize Group treasury and bank-facility reporting within 90 days. Implement a Group-wide IFRS-compliant financial reporting framework across all subsidiaries within 180 days. Deliver a clean, audit-ready consolidated annual financial statement process with Big 4 auditors within the first year. Establish a robust capital allocation framework with measurable improvements in ROI across manufacturing and consumer platforms. Strengthen Group liquidity management, debt reporting and treasury controls. Establish a consistent and disciplined reporting cadence with the Founder/CEO and Board of Directors. Develop an institutional-grade financial architecture supporting future fundraising, M&A and IPO readiness. 4. MANDATE REQUIREMENTS Educational Qualifications CA, CPA, CFA or equivalent professional qualification — mandatory/preferred depending on professional background. MBA / Executive MBA from a top-tier, globally ranked business school such as IIM, ISB, INSEAD, LBS, Wharton or equivalent — strongly preferred. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or a related discipline. Relevant Professional Experience 10–15 years of progressive financial experience. 3–5 years of experience in Investment Banking, Private Equity, Big 4 M&A Advisory or a comparable transaction-focused environment. 5–8 years of senior financial leadership experience as a CFO, Finance Director or equivalent within a multi-entity holding structure. Demonstrable experience managing diversified business portfolios and complex financial structures. Strong track record in capital raising, refinancing, M&A or strategic transactions. Extensive experience in financial modelling, valuation, transaction structuring and due diligence. Strong understanding of IFRS, consolidated reporting and institutional financial controls. Experience working with international investors, banks, PE funds and professional advisory firms. Exposure to UAE/GCC corporate structures, ADGM/DIFC frameworks and cross-border transactions is highly advantageous. Experience preparing an organization for IPO, institutional investment or a major liquidity event is strongly preferred. Core Competencies Exceptional strategic and commercial financial acumen. Advanced financial modelling, valuation and transaction-management skills. Strong understanding of capital markets, PE transactions and corporate finance. Ability to operate effectively at Founder, Board and investor level. Strong negotiation and stakeholder-management capabilities. High level of financial governance, integrity and accountability. Ability to build institutional processes while operating in a fast-growing entrepreneurial environment. Strong leadership and team-building capabilities. Excellent communication, presentation and investor-relations skills.