Chief Executive Officer

Valkyrie People Consulting; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive organization in Dubai is seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead its strategic growth. The ideal candidate will possess over 20 years of experience in the automotive sector, including 5 years in a senior leadership role. Key responsibilities include defining long-term business strategies, overseeing operations, and managing financial performance. Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills are essential for success in this role. The position offers an opportunity to shape the future of mobility while ensuring operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience (minimum 20 years) in the automotive sector, with at least 5 years in a CEO/Managing Director/COO role.
• Deep understanding of automotive trends: EVs, autonomous tech, digital retail, and supply chain shifts.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in managing complex P&L.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in the GCC market is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute long-term business strategy.
• Oversee day-to-day operations across manufacturing, distribution, retail, and aftersales.
• Manage P&L responsibilities and budgeting.
• Lead entry into new markets and product segments.
• Foster a high-performance culture and mentor the leadership team.

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Stakeholder management

Job description

Position: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Location: Dubai, UAE

Industry: Automotive

Experience: 20+ years (with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role in the automotive sector)

About the Company

A leading automotive organization in the UAE, recognized for its innovation, market leadership, and commitment to delivering excellence across the value chain—from manufacturing to distribution and aftersales. As we scale operations and prepare for the future of mobility, we are seeking a visionary CEO to lead the next phase of strategic growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership
• Define and execute long-term business strategy aligned with industry trends including EV, sustainability, and digital transformation.
• Identify growth opportunities in both local and international markets.
• Operational Excellence
• Oversee day-to-day operations across manufacturing, distribution, retail, and aftersales.
• Implement process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure quality.
• Financial Stewardship
• Manage P&L responsibilities, budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Ensure sustainable profitability and compliance with financial goals and legal requirements.
• Market Expansion
• Lead entry into new markets and product segments (e.g., EVs, connected vehicles).
• Build strategic partnerships with OEMs, suppliers, and technology firms.
• People & Culture
• Foster a high-performance culture driven by innovation, accountability, and excellence.
• Mentor and guide the leadership team; ensure succession planning.
• Stakeholder Management
• Serve as the face of the organization to investors, regulators, partners, and media.
• Build and maintain relationships with key industry and government stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Proven experience (minimum 20 years) in the automotive sector, with at least 5 years in a CEO/Managing Director/COO role.
• Deep understanding of automotive trends: EVs, autonomous tech, digital retail, and supply chain shifts.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in managing complex P&L.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in the GCC market is highly preferred.