RAED ALQUBAYSI
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
As a strategic investments professional, focusing on identifying, structuring, and delivering high-impact real estate opportunities that shape destinations and create long-term economic value is the core of the work. My work sits at the intersection of investment strategy, development, and national transformation grounded in purpose, leadership, and continuous learning.
Over the past decade, I have developed broad experience across investment management, portfolio strategy, deal structuring, and hospitality development. Today, I serve as Associate Director – Strategic Investments at Diriyah Company, contributing to one of the world’s most iconic projects and supporting the delivery of integrated, world-class cities that reflect the ambition of Vision 2030.
The professional journey has extended from asset management and fund structuring to global exposure in markets such as the United States and Europe, and into senior roles that shaped investment decisions, led multi-billion-riyal initiatives, and involved collaboration with government entities, private developers, and international partners.
Leadership is viewed as a product of character, curiosity, and culture. Passion lies in exploring sports, destinations, and global experiences drawing lessons that fuel creativity and broaden perspective. This balance between strategy and exploration continually shapes thinking, connection, and leadership style.
Always driven by purpose, impact, and adding meaningful value.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Associate Director - Strategic Investments
Diriyah Company
Riyadh, Riyadh Region
07.2025 - Current
Driving value creation through strategic investments, financial analysis, and deal structuring. The role covers the full investment cycle from opportunity evaluation and feasibility studies to financial modeling and structuring deals aligned with long-term strategy.
Responsibilities also include contributing to investment strategy development, annual budgeting while guiding and supporting team members to strengthen capabilities and performance.
Core Areas of Expertise:
• Strategic & Investment Analysis
• Deal Structuring & Negotiations
• Feasibility Studies & Financial Modeling
• Leadership & Team Development
Board and Executive Committee Member
Bujr Almadinah Company
04.2024 - 09.2025
Actively involved in the development of the hotel since Nov 2022, and later appointed as a Board and Executive Committee Member to guide the project’s direction and oversee its progress.
• Oversaw strategic decisions as part of the Board and Executive Committee.
• Worked closely with key stakeholders to manage the hotel’s development and delivery.
• Helped align the project’s vision with investment goals and operational readiness.
Burj Al Madinah company is Joint Venture between Awqaf Investment and Taiba Investment for the development of “5 Star Hotel with almost of 400 keys” in the central area of Madinah.
VP/SVP - Real Estate Investment
Awqaf Investment
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
09.2022 - 05.2025
• Led real estate investments across Makkah and Madinah, from opportunity sourcing to execution.
• Prepared and reviewed investment recommendations for the Investment Committee and Board.
• Oversaw budgeting, valuation, and performance tracking to ensure alignment with corporate objectives.
• Managed feasibility studies, financial models, and project cash flows.
• Directed due diligence, deal structuring, and negotiation of legal agreements.
• Supervised design and construction to ensure timely, high-quality delivery.
• Guided the team to achieve strategic and operational targets.
• Ensured compliance with internal controls and regulatory standards.
Fund Manager - Real Estate
ANB Capital
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
10.2020 - 09.2022
- Contributed in the monitoring existing real estate fund portfolios of over 12 billion Saudi Riyals AUMs to maintain a risk/benefit balance in keeping with client requirements
- Supported in managing external real estate developers and property managers
- Supervised junior team members in assignments and work.
- Provided industry expertise and structuring advice with respect to all real estate fund transactions
Assistant Fund Manager - Real Estate Funds
Blominvest
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
10.2018 - 10.2020
- Worked very closely with the Head of Real Estate fund management, assisting in managing over 7 billion Saudi Riyals AUMs
- Prepared new funds filling to CMA, ensured that the funds were managed to the best interest of the unitholders whereby investments were consistent with the purpose of each fund and assisted in business development or growth of the company real estate funds
Finanl Analyst / Assistant Fund Manager
Wasatah Capital
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
03.2016 - 10.2018
- Carried out complete top-down research coverage on the Saudi listed companies including analysis of economic and company fundamentals
- Assisted in managing all funds activities from the fund concept to day-to-day management tasks
- Generating value-added investment recommendations and preparing Investment Committee materials
- Worked on the development of terms and conditions for Public Equity Funds and Private Equity Funds
- Maintained a strong relationship with existing clients and established relationships with potential clients through events and conferences
Internship at Corporate Banking Department
Saudi British Bank,
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
01.2015 - 08.2015
- Assisted to review existing facilities granted, and monitoring relationship-managed customers' risk profile, as well as preparing all transaction documentation and Reporting in the Corporate Banking Departmen
Education
Executive MBA - Strategy in Action
MBSC College of Business And Entrepreneurship
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 09.2024 - 01.2026
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Prince Sultan University
Riyadh 04.2001 -
Skills
- Ability to research, analyze and evaluate
- Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks and work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Strong drafting skills related to preparation of various types of investment funds documents including Real Estate Funds
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Skilled in managing people, in communication, empathy, and decisive decision-making Adaptable and adept at conflict resolution, motivating the team to achieve results while ensuring accountability
- Knowledge of CMA regulations, investment products and services
- Governance & Due Diligence
- Worked with the board of directors to establish objectives and decisively lead operations
- Served as official representative of organization in summits and workshops
- Proficient with Bloomberg, Capital IQ, as well as with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
Languages
Arabic
Native
English
Fluent
Spanish
Intermediate
Portuguese
Intermediate
Certification
- CME-1 (International Introduction to Securities and Investment and General Saudi Capital Market Rules and Regulations)
- International Certificate in Wealth and Investment Management (ICIS) CME-4
- Investment Management in an Evolving and Volatile World by HEC Paris and AXA Investment Managers
- Increasing Real Estate Management Profits: Harnessing Data Analytics, Duke University
- Advanced Valuation and Strategy- M&A, Private Equity, and Venture Capital, Erasmus University Rotterdam
- Secondment Program with Arden Group, Philadelphia, United States
- Leadership Development Program - INSEAD Executive Education
- Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) Candidate
Additional Information
Hobbies:
- Travelling, exploring new places and cultures (Have been to +70 countries)
- Adventure sports
- Team sports (Have been to 2014, 2018 & 2022 FIFA World Cup)
- Rocket sports (Tennis & Padel)
- Go Camping
- Practicing Yoga
- Reading
Transactions Track Record
1- Structuring the investment of land in Diriyah for the development of a 5-star hotel and Branded Residence (2025 - ongoing)
2- Structuring the investment of land in central Makkah with a value of over 3 billion Saudi Riyal for the development of a 5-star hotel and Branded Residence (2024 - 2025)
3- Managing the development of a 5-star Hotel in the central area of Madinah (2022-2025)
4- Structuring and managing the development of a mixed-use project in Riyadh with an area of more than 200 thousand sqm including a component of retail, hospitality, and entertainment (2023- 2024)
5- Underwriting the acquisition of a multifamily property with a value of over 100 million USD in Chicago, USA (2023)
6- Structured cash and in-kind compensation for land in central Makkah with a value of over 1.5 billion Saudi Riyal (2022- 2023)
7- Structured a RE Fund with a value of 4 billion Saudi Riyal for infrastructure development of land in Riyadh (2022)
8- Managed an income-generating RE Fund in Riyadh (2020-2022)
9- Managed and liquidated a RE Fund in Jeddah (2020-2021)
10- Managed an infrastructure RE Fund in Riyadh (2018-2020)
11- Structured a Real Estate investment traded Fund "REIT" of two 5-star hotels in Riyadh and Khobar (2017-2018)
Timeline
Associate Director - Strategic Investments
Diriyah Company
07.2025 - Current
Executive MBA - Strategy in Action
MBSC College of Business And Entrepreneurship
09.2024 - 01.2026
Board and Executive Committee Member
Bujr Almadinah Company
04.2024 - 09.2025
VP/SVP - Real Estate Investment
Awqaf Investment
09.2022 - 05.2025
Fund Manager - Real Estate
ANB Capital
10.2020 - 09.2022
Assistant Fund Manager - Real Estate Funds
Blominvest
10.2018 - 10.2020
Finanl Analyst / Assistant Fund Manager
Wasatah Capital
03.2016 - 10.2018
Internship at Corporate Banking Department
Saudi British Bank,
01.2015 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Prince Sultan University
04.2001 -