Chief of Staff

Insignia Search; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A semi-government technology entity in Abu Dhabi seeks a Senior Strategic Affairs Manager / Chief of Staff to work closely with the CEO and executive leadership. This high-impact role emphasizes translating strategy into execution, strengthening governance, and driving alignment across the organization. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) and extensive experience in strategy or consulting, with a proven ability to work with C-suite stakeholders. Strong analytical and execution mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• Extensive experience in strategy, management consulting, corporate development, PMO, or executive office roles.
• Proven experience working directly with C‑suite or board-level stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic partner to the CEO, supporting priority setting and executive decision-making.
• Translate organisational strategy into clear objectives, initiatives, and KPIs.
• Drive execution of critical strategic programmes.

Skills

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Execution mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (MBA or equivalent)

Job description

Senior Strategic Affairs Manager / Chief of Staff

Abu Dhabi

Our client, a semi-government entity in the world of technology, is searching for a Senior Strategic Affairs Manager / Chief of Staff to work closely with the CEO and executive leadership team. This is a high-impact role focused on translating strategy into execution, strengthening governance, and driving alignment across the organisation.

This position would suit a senior strategy, consulting, PMO, or Chief of Staff professional who thrives at the centre of decision-making and enjoys turning complex strategy into measurable outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic partner to the CEO, supporting priority setting, executive decision-making, and follow-through
• Translate organisational strategy into clear objectives, initiatives, and KPIs
• Drive execution of critical strategic programmes
• Establish and maintain executive governance, reporting, and performance dashboards
• Prepare high-quality executive and board-level materials, briefs
• Manage senior internal and external stakeholders, including board members and partners
• Introduce structured planning, PMO, and performance management practices

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent) strongly preferred
• Extensive experience in strategy, management consulting, corporate development, PMO, or executive office roles
• Proven experience working directly with C‑suite or board-level stakeholders
• Strong track record delivering complex, cross-functional initiatives end‑to‑end
• Highly analytical, structured, and data‑driven, with a strong execution mindset
• Experience in technology, higher education or government would be beneficial.

Qualified candidates should apply to register their interest.