Corporate Strategy Director

Talent Leaders Inc.; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology-driven conglomerate in the heart of Dubai is seeking a Corporate Strategy Director to spearhead strategic initiatives at the group level. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in strategy formulation, working directly with C-level executives, and will play a vital role in shaping the organization’s future direction and performance management. A strong academic background, coupled with significant leadership experience in related fields, is essential for success in this high-impact role. The position offers a dynamic environment where strategic acumen and leadership skills can drive organizational transformation.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of progressive leadership experience in corporate strategy, performance management, or transformation within technology, telecom, government advisory, or management consulting domains.
• Proven track record of advising CEOs and Boards on strategic decision-making and execution oversight.
• International exposure with experience leading or advising transformation across complex ecosystems.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of the group’s corporate strategy, ensuring alignment with long-term vision and national objectives.
• Translate strategic intent into actionable roadmaps, transformation programs, and investment priorities.
• Act as a senior advisor to the CEO and Board, facilitating strategic discussions and stakeholder engagement.
• Oversee enterprise performance management, including Balanced Scorecards, OKRs, and strategic KPIs.
• Establish and manage the Transformation Management Office (TMO) to coordinate high-impact initiatives.
• Implement commercial performance tracking and revenue assurance frameworks to drive financial discipline.

Skills

Strategic planning tools

Financial analysis

Operating model design

Enterprise performance frameworks

Education

MBA or equivalent from a top-tier institution

Engineering or finance undergraduate background

Job description

The position reports to: Group Chief Strategy Officer / CEO

About the Organization
Our client is a leading technology-driven conglomerate engaged in digital infrastructure, telecom, and emerging tech services across the MENA region. With a strong footprint in enabling national digital agendas and innovation ecosystems, the organization is actively evolving into a future-ready enterprise. It operates through multiple verticals, maintains a close interface with national stakeholders, and serves as a critical partner in the region’s economic diversification strategy.

Role Overview
The Corporate Strategy Director is responsible for leading strategy formulation, enterprise transformation, and performance oversight at the group level. The role works directly with the CEO and executive leadership team to define strategic priorities, manage enterprise-wide initiatives, and ensure operational alignment across all verticals.

The strategy director will be tasked to

• Lead development of the group’s corporate strategy, ensuring alignment with long-term vision, national objectives, and shareholder mandates

• Translate strategic intent into actionable roadmaps, transformation programs, and investment priorities

• Act as a senior advisor to the CEO and Board, facilitating strategic discussions, business reviews, and stakeholder engagement

• Oversee enterprise performance management, including Balanced Scorecards, OKRs, and strategic KPIs

• Establish and manage the Transformation Management Office (TMO) to coordinate high-impact initiatives and ensure delivery milestones

• Implement commercial performance tracking and revenue assurance frameworks to drive financial discipline

• Support M&A assessments, strategic partnerships, and diversification strategies across markets and verticals

• Engage with ministries, regulators, consultants, and investor communities as part of the strategic ecosystem

Talent Leaders will accept the application from or respond to candidates having the following experience and background

• 18+ years of progressive leadership experience in corporate strategy, performance management, or transformation within technology, telecom, government advisory, or management consulting domains

• Proven track record of advising CEOs and Boards on strategic decision-making and execution oversight

• Strong background in strategic planning tools, financial analysis, operating model design, and enterprise performance frameworks (e.g., Strategy Map, BSC, OKRs)

• Ability to navigate large-scale organizational change with confidence, agility, and influence

• International exposure with experience leading or advising transformation across complex ecosystems

• MBA or equivalent from a top-tier institution; engineering or finance undergraduate background preferred

Personal Attributes

• Executive-level presence and structured problem-solving capability

• Highly analytical with commercial acumen and strategic foresight

• Collaborative and influential in high-stakes stakeholder environments

• Strong written and verbal communication across C-level and operational layers