Non-executive member of the Board Investment Committee

Our client, a leading listed logistics and infrastructure investment group, is appointing an Independent, Non-Executive Investment Committee Member to support its Board Investment Committee.

The committee reviews major investment and disposal proposals before they are presented to the Board. This is a high-impact advisory appointment for an experienced logistics executive with a strong track record in acquisitions, investments, integration and business performance.

The role is based in Saudi Arabia, with remote participation accepted. Relocation is not required. The appointment involves approximately 4 to 6 meetings per year, held in person and online.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and challenge major investment and disposal proposals, including:
  • Strategic rationale
  • Valuation
  • Transaction structure
  • Funding requirements
  • Risk assessment
• Test the evidence supporting each investment case and provide a clear, independent perspective.
• Review investment performance against the original business case and approved return expectations.
• Raise early, practical questions regarding integration, execution, operational delivery and anticipated synergies.
• Contribute to decisions relating to adding to, restructuring or exiting investments.
• Work with management from time to time to assess and vet specific investment opportunities.
• Support disciplined decision-making across the Group’s logistics and infrastructure investment portfolio.

Candidate Requirements

The successful candidate will bring:

• At least 15 years of senior experience in logistics services, at group or divisional level.
• Experience in asset-light logistics businesses, ideally including one or more of the following:
  • Third-party logistics
  • Cold chain
  • Contract logistics
  • Freight forwarding
• Direct personal ownership of organic and inorganic investments, from initial evaluation through to integration and measurable results.
• Recent, hands-on experience in acquisitions, investment assessment and post-deal integration.
• A strong understanding of valuation, transaction structures, funding models, investment returns and risk.
• Board-level credibility, sound judgement and the independence to challenge proposals constructively.
• The availability and commitment to attend all committee meetings.
• Fluent English communication skills.
• Knowledge of Saudi Arabia or the wider GCC logistics and investment markets would be an advantage.

This is a confidential search conducted by JOH Partners. Interested candidates should apply directly to our team for a confidential discussion.