Chief Executive Officer

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

Job summary

A leading international agro-industrial corporation is seeking a senior leader for their Life Science Hub in Dubai. The role requires a minimum of 10 years of experience in health, wellness, or dietary supplements, focusing on strategic leadership and P&L management. The ideal candidate will drive product innovations, oversee regulatory compliance, and foster collaborations with global partners. Fluency in English is essential, with additional languages preferred. This position offers a great opportunity to impact the nutraceutical market across the GCC and beyond.

Qualifications

• 10+ years senior leadership experience in health and wellness sectors.
• Proven track record in launching and scaling product lines in international markets.
• Deep understanding of GCC regulatory landscapes and dietary supplement compliance.

Responsibilities

• Drive the strategic roadmap for the Life Science Hub.
• Own P&L performance and commercial outcomes for the new business unit.
• Recruit and mentor core leadership roles in various functions.
• Oversee research collaboration with European laboratories.
• Act as the public face of the Life Science Hub with stakeholders.

Skills

P&L ownership

Strategic planning

Commercial negotiation

Cross-border partnership experience

R&D collaboration

Job description

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 01/21/2026

• Industry Pharma/Biotech/Clinical Research
• City Dubai
• State/Province Dubai
• Country United Arab Emirates

Job Description

Our client, an international agro-industrial and biotech group specializing in premium olive oil production and science-based health products derived from olive oil. The company owns its own olive plantations and operates two modern processing plants.

In 2026, the company is launching a new strategic direction — an international platform for developing and producing high-quality nutraceuticals and wellness solutions based on olive oil formulations.

Project Overview — a new Life Science Hub will be based in Dubai, which will serve as the company’s center for:

• R&D in nutraceutical formulations in cooperation with leading European laboratories

• Production of premium dietary supplements and functional health products

• Contract manufacturing partnerships in the UAE, Europe, and Asia

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Vision

Drive the strategic roadmap for the Life Science Hub, aligning with corporate growth goals.

Lead market entry strategy and commercial launch of nutraceutical product lines across UAE, GCC, Asia, and Europe.

Guide long-term product portfolio strategy with a focus on premium, science-validated formulations that resonate with global consumers.

Business & Commercial Leadership

Own P&L performance and commercial outcomes for the new business unit.

Establish revenue growth targets and KPIs; steer pricing, distribution, and channel strategy.

Drive brand positioning, international business development, and strategic partnerships.

Leadership & Team Building

Recruit, mentor, and lead core leadership roles — including Head of Operations, Sales & Marketing, R&D, Regulatory & Compliance.

Shape a results-oriented culture that balances innovation with execution.

Champion cross-functional collaboration across internal and external stakeholders.

R&D & External Scientific Partnerships

Oversee research collaboration with leading European laboratories and formulation scientists.

Lead strategy for product innovation, clinical insights, and evidence generation.

Evaluate and integrate scientific results into product development and brand narratives.

Operations & Regulatory

Oversee manufacturing planning — including contract manufacturing in UAE, Europe, and Asia.

Ensure compliance with regional and international regulatory frameworks for nutraceuticals, supplements, claims, certifications, and quality standards.

Build systems for supply chain, quality assurance, and go-to-market operations.

Representation & Stakeholder Engagement

Act as the public face of the Life Science Hub with strategic partners, investors, distributors, regulators, and industry forums.

Advocate for science-backed wellness products in regional and global ecosystems.

Requirements

Professional Experience

10+ years senior leadership experiencein the health, wellness, dietary supplements, nutraceutical, pharma, or health-focused FMCG sectors.

Demonstrated experiencelaunching and scaling new product lines or business unitsin international markets.

Proven track record ininternational sourcing, brand development, private label strategy, and regulatory approval management.

Strongbusiness development, commercial negotiation, and cross-border partnership experience.

Leadership & Strategic Skills

StrongP&L ownership, strategic planning, and operational managementskills.

Genuine curiosity for science-based products, R&D collaboration, and evidence-driven innovation.

Experience building and leading effective leadership teams with diverse functional expertise.

Market & Regulatory Knowledge

Deep understanding ofGCC regulatory landscapes, dietary supplement compliance, and certification requirements.

Familiarity withcontract manufacturing ecosystemsand international quality standards.

Communication & Influence

Exceptional communicator and relationship builder with partners, regulators, and industry stakeholders.

Fluent inEnglish; additional languages (Arabic, European languages) a plus.