Arabic-Speaking Engagement Leader — FinTech & FS Consulting

Cedar Management Consulting International; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar in Dubai seeks an Engagement Manager (Arabic Speaker) to lead day-to-day delivery of client engagements in the financial services sector, guiding workstreams and coaching junior team members.

You will work closely with Principal/Associate Director and Director-level colleagues to ensure high-quality outputs, manage client relationships, and deliver outstanding outcomes for regional institutions while helping Cedar expand its market presence in the GCC.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of experience in management consulting, ideally in financial services.
• Fluency in Arabic and English is mandatory.
• Strong understanding of the financial services sector (banking, insurance, asset management).
• Proven ability to structure complex analysis and communicate clearly in writing and presentations.
• Experience coaching junior team members and delivering feedback.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day delivery of consulting engagements, coordinating workstreams and keeping projects on time and on scope.
• Lead structured problem-solving exercises, develop analytical frameworks, and synthesise findings into client-ready outputs.
• Supervise and coach Consultants and Interns, providing real-time feedback and ensuring quality of work.
• Prepare and deliver client presentations, reports, and workshop materials to a high standard.
• Maintain regular communication with client counterparts and support senior stakeholder interactions alongside Directors.
• Identify risks and issues, elevate them, and propose practical solutions.

Skills

Arabic

English

Consulting

Job description

Cedar in Dubai seeks an Engagement Manager (Arabic Speaker) to lead day-to-day delivery of client engagements in the financial services sector, guiding workstreams and coaching junior team members.

You will work closely with Principal/Associate Director and Director-level colleagues to ensure high-quality outputs, manage client relationships, and deliver outstanding outcomes for regional institutions while helping Cedar expand its market presence in the GCC.