Associate Director, Strategic Intelligence — MENA & Africa

Sloane Shorey Consulting; Dubai; On-site; AED 360,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Sloane Shorey Consulting seeks an Associate Director of Strategic Intelligence for UAE coverage. You will lead high‑value intelligence and investigations across the Middle East into Africa, with a focus on Russia‑linked networks.

You will originate and deliver intelligence work, manage discreet sources, and advise clients on geopolitical risk while supporting business development and senior client relationships.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years experience in intelligence investigations, risk advisory or related fields.
• Strong regional experience across the Middle East with exposure to Russia/CIS and Africa.
• Track record of delivering complex multi‑country assignments.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex due diligence investigations and strategic intelligence projects across the Middle East, Russia/CIS and Africa.
• Build and maintain discreet networks of sources across government, business and advisory ecosystems.
• Advise clients on geopolitical exposure, reputational risk and transaction‑related intelligence.
• Deliver clear, high‑quality written outputs under tight timelines.
• Support business development, particularly with regional investors, family offices and advisory firms.
• Manage client relationships and act as a trusted advisor on sensitive engagements.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to regional capability building.

Skills

Intelligence investigations

Risk advisory

Geopolitical analysis

Job description

Sloane Shorey Consulting seeks an Associate Director of Strategic Intelligence for UAE coverage. You will lead high‑value intelligence and investigations across the Middle East into Africa, with a focus on Russia‑linked networks.

You will originate and deliver intelligence work, manage discreet sources, and advise clients on geopolitical risk while supporting business development and senior client relationships.