Chief of Staff

Restore Talent Solutions; Sharjah; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading talent solutions provider in the UAE is seeking a Chief of Staff to support executive leadership in driving strategic priorities and operational excellence. This senior role includes managing strategic initiatives, facilitating effective decision-making, and enhancing communication across functions. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in senior management and possesses strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills. A Bachelor's degree is required, with a Master's preferred.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in senior management, strategy, or operations.
• Experience working with executive leadership or boards.
• Ability to manage complex initiatives in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic advisor to executive leadership.
• Drive alignment of organisational priorities.
• Lead high-impact strategic initiatives and projects.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Project management

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related discipline

Master’s degree or MBA

Job description

The Chief of Staff is a senior leadership role responsible for supporting executive leadership in driving strategic priorities, organisational alignment, and operational excellence. This position acts as a strategic partner and trusted advisor, ensuring effective execution of initiatives, coordination across functions, and informed decision-making at the highest level.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic advisor and operational partner to executive leadership, enabling effective decision-making and execution
• Drive alignment of organisational priorities across departments and functions
• Lead and manage high-impact strategic initiatives and special projects from planning through delivery
• Provide oversight on governance, performance metrics, and operational effectiveness
• Prepare executive-level reports, presentations, briefings, and strategic analyses
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between leadership, internal teams, and external stakeholdersRepresent executive leadership in meetings, forums, and engagements when required
• Identify risks, challenges, and opportunities, providing proactive solutions and recommendations
• Support organisational change initiatives and continuous improvement efforts

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Policy, or a related discipline
• Master’s degree or MBA is strongly preferred
• Typically 7+ years of experience in senior management, strategy, operations, or advisory roles
• Proven experience working closely with executive leadership or boards
• Strong background in project management and cross-functional coordination
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex initiatives in fast-paced environments
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving
• Strong executive presence and communication skills
• Advanced organisational and prioritisation abilities
• Stakeholder management and relationship-building expertise
• High level of discretion, integrity, and professionalism
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to evolving priorities
• Strong written and presentation skills

Additional Information

• Multilingual (Arabic & English) capability is an advantage
• Experience in complex, multi-stakeholder environments is desirable