Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Directorships & Strategic Oversight
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Mohamed Al-Wahaibi

Mohamed Al-Wahaibi

Al Seeb,Oman

Summary

Finance and investment leader with 13 years and 7 months of experience in real estate, private equity, and portfolio management. Managed alternative assets worth over $1 billion across sovereign and institutional funds. Strong track record in restructuring, deal-making, and governance. Known for turning around underperforming businesses, driving efficiency, and building strong investment partnerships. Well-connected with developers and prominent family offices in the region seeking new developments, and experienced in attracting international investors and FDIs. Active board member across multiple companies. Notable for identifying innovative solutions and fostering productive partnerships.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
2022
2022
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Senior Associate - Private Markets

Oman Investment Authority
04.2024 - 09.2025
  • Manage a global portfolio of 12 assets, working with management teams to improve operations and financial results.
  • Led debt restructuring and negotiations with banks, improving capital structures and reducing risks.
  • Presented quarterly reports to the Investment Committee, highlighting risks, opportunities, and strategies.
  • Conducted financial due diligence on new investments and coordinated with internal finance and strategy teams.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to facilitate due diligence and investment decision-making.
  • Presented investment recommendations to senior management, effectively communicating insights and analyses.

Task Force - Social Protection Fund (SPF)

Task Force - Social Protection Fund
09.2023 - 03.2024
  • Consolidated assets from 9 pension funds under SPF's name in Oman and GCC.
  • Coordinated with global custodians (HSBC, BNY Mellon) to transfer and manage the portfolio.
  • Ensured portfolio stability and performance during transition.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to assess programme effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.

Unit Head - Real Estate & Private Equity

Ministry of Defense Pension Fund
03.2020 - 08.2023
  • Oversaw real estate and private equity portfolios, setting strategy and ensuring governance.
  • Led large projects including the 1 million sqm Al Bandar master plan with international consultants.
  • Led strategic initiatives to enhance investment portfolio performance through rigorous market analysis and asset allocation.
  • Developed investment proposals and presented to the Board and Executive Committee.
  • Managed JVs and co-investments to expand portfolio reach.
  • Optimized mall and hotel operations, reducing expenses by 20%.

Associate - Private Equity

Ministry of Defense Pension Fund
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Executed 11 private equity investments across multiple sectors and regions.
  • Conducted due diligence on fund managers and tracked cash flows.
  • Built governance frameworks for portfolio monitoring.
  • Developed and maintained complex financial models to support investment decision-making and portfolio management.

Senior Analyst - Real Estate

Ministry of Defense Pension Fund
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Managed feasibility, budgeting, and development of major projects.
  • Contributed to ANANTARA Resort, Nizwa Grand Mall, Oasis Mall, Intercity Hotel.
  • Developed detailed financial models to evaluate potential real estate acquisitions and assess risk factors.

Analyst - Risk & Compliance

Ministry of Defense Pension Fund
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Oversaw compliance and portfolio reporting for real estate and private equity.
  • Developed and implemented risk management strategies to mitigate identified risks.
  • Analysed data to evaluate compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

Property Manager

Ancor Development
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Managed 120+ residential units, handling leasing, renewals, collections, and contracts.
  • Oversaw financial planning by preparing budgets and monitoring expenditures for multiple properties.

Education

Master's Degree - International Business Management

Muscat University

Executive Education Program - Judge Business School

University of Cambridge

Bachelor's Degree - Commerce & Political Science

Sultan Qaboos University

Skills

  • Real Estate Investment & Development
  • Portfolio & Asset Management
  • Capital Structuring & Fundraising
  • Corporate Governance & Audit Oversight
  • Strategic Partnerships & JVs
  • Financial Restructuring & Turnarounds
  • Stakeholder & Board Relations
  • Risk & Compliance Management

Accomplishments

  • Turned around Al Muzn Mall from loss-making to profitable and dividend-paying.
  • Restructured hotel chain loans and operations, cutting costs by 20%.
  • Led successful M&A transactions and managed complex liquidation cases.
  • Built strategic partnerships and expanded co-investment opportunities.
  • Established a $100M joint venture between the Sultanate of Oman and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.
  • Proposed and implemented new investment initiatives by restructuring the real estate portfolio, including changing asset managers and deleveraging key assets.
  • Strong regional network across real estate, private equity, and institutional investors.

Languages

Arabic
English

Directorships & Strategic Oversight

  • Board Member, Al Maha Ceramics, 03/01/21, Present
  • Vice Chairman, Al Muzn Mall, 03/01/19, 03/31/23
  • Board Member, Renaissance Al Duqm, 03/01/22, Present
  • Board Member - Chairman Audit Committee, Oman Aviation Academy, 01/01/17, 03/31/23
  • Board Member, United Power Company, 03/01/19, 05/31/20
  • Board Member - Audit Committee, Gulf Custody Company, 03/01/17, 03/31/21
  • Board Member, Cheltenham & Down House Schools, 03/01/22, 03/31/23

Timeline

Senior Associate - Private Markets

Oman Investment Authority
04.2024 - 09.2025

Task Force - Social Protection Fund (SPF)

Task Force - Social Protection Fund
09.2023 - 03.2024

Unit Head - Real Estate & Private Equity

Ministry of Defense Pension Fund
03.2020 - 08.2023

Associate - Private Equity

Ministry of Defense Pension Fund
01.2018 - 01.2020

Senior Analyst - Real Estate

Ministry of Defense Pension Fund
01.2016 - 01.2018

Analyst - Risk & Compliance

Ministry of Defense Pension Fund
01.2014 - 01.2016

Property Manager

Ancor Development
01.2012 - 01.2014

Executive Education Program - Judge Business School

University of Cambridge

Bachelor's Degree - Commerce & Political Science

Sultan Qaboos University

Master's Degree - International Business Management

Muscat University
Mohamed Al-Wahaibi