Director of Operations

Accesso; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Dubai is seeking a Director of Operations to oversee affiliate operations in the entertainment and leisure industries. The ideal candidate should have strong leadership skills, significant project management experience, and a deep understanding of the sector. You will manage operational efficiency, ensure quality services, and provide strategic insights for business processes. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to lead and motivate teams in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Flexible work setting

Work-life balance initiatives

Inclusive work culture

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role in the entertainment or leisure technology sector.
• Proven track record of managing ticketing technology projects.
• Excellent written and verbal English skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee affiliate operations in the entertainment and leisure markets.
• Manage and optimize operational efficiency and ensure high-quality services.
• Guide and participate in project implementation phases.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or Management

Tools

VGS VIVA Galaxy Embed

Ticketing Technology Systems

Job description

Position Overview:

Do you love tech but have a passion for people too? As the Director of Operations you will lead and oversee affiliate operations in the entertainment and leisure markets primarily in the Middle East area. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership qualities, a team-oriented mindset, and a deep understanding of the entertainment and leisure industry. The role involves managing and optimizing operational efficiency, ensuring high-quality services, and driving the expansion of our affiliate operations.

As a member of our Client Operations team you'll play a vital part in ensuring that our clients receive the support and service they need to create memorable experiences for their guests. With your keen interpersonal skills and problem‑solving abilities you'll provide operational assistance and collaborate with peers to help come up with out‑of‑the‑box solutions to everyday obstacles. We're looking for people who are patient, team players and love helping others.

Location:

Based in Dubai, the candidate will operate from our Dubai office.

Reports to:

Commercial Sales & Marketing

Travel Requirement:

Up to 25%

What you'll be working on:

• Be an expert in systems implementation and configuration of the accesso systems from a business requirements driven perspective for ticketing access control and integrated visitor services.
• Provide consultancy to Clients on how to best use accesso technology to effectively manage business processes and procedures. This may span all departments including IT, Sales, Finance, Marketing & Operations.
• Guide and actively participate in the implementation of projects through its various phases including requirements gathering, design, development, implementation, testing and production deployment. This will involve running client workshops & collaboration with cross‑functional teams to define project scope, objectives and deliverables. Such teams may include local team members, developers, third‑party vendors, consultants and the client.
• Based on the project status prepare well‑articulated system implementation related documentation (interface design, functional requirements matrix, testing plans, etc).
• Oversee and in some cases actively involve in system software support to client which may include configuration of the application whether off site or on site.
• Coordinate project planning, execution and delivery within specified timelines and budget constraints.
• Monitor project progress and performance identifying and addressing any issues or deviations from the plan.
• Act as a liaison between internal teams, clients and external vendors to facilitate communication and ensure alignment of objectives.
• Prepare and present regular progress reports and updates to stakeholders including senior management.
• Lead and mentor project team members providing guidance and support as needed.
• Post‑projects go live oversee and manage support related issues which will include hands‑on systems troubleshooting and client escalation management. The support team will be the first point of call but all escalations will be channeled through the Director of Operations. Expert knowledge of the product is mandatory to be successful in this role.
• Prepare quotes, scope documents and estimates for clients.

What you bring to the role:

• Demonstrated experience in a similar role preferably within the entertainment or leisure technology sector.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with a track record of successful team management.
• Hands‑on system administration experience in ticketing or FEC related platforms (e.g., VGS VIVA Galaxy Embed)
• Proven track record of managing ticketing technology projects from initiation to completion with experience in defining project requirements, developing project plans and managing project budgets and resources.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and inspire team members.
• Experience in managing a team in the Middle East.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, external vendors and stakeholders at all levels, both written and verbal.
• Solid understanding of budgeting, financial analysis and resource allocation principles.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal English is mandatory as regular interaction with senior stakeholders is expected.
• Ability to work long hours, holidays and weekends as needed.
• The role requires regular travel across the GCC to client sites.

Bonus points if you have:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Management or a relevant field.

If you don't have all the qualifications listed, don't worry! We understand everyone's career path is unique and still encourage you to apply if you feel this role is aligned with your career trajectory.

LIFE at accesso:

We believe that fun is a fundamental part of the workday! From our tech to our passion for attractions we infuse fun into everything we do and our culture is no different. We've created a virtual environment with no shortage of connection so share memes and high fives with teammates or break up your day with virtual escape quests, Online Office Olympics and more! Work‑life balance is important here too so you'll have flexibility in choosing the work setting and hours that fit your life best (so long as your work permits). We believe that diversity is vital to innovation and that when we celebrate what makes each of us unique we create a more inclusive environment where you can truly thrive. Our people are our most treasured asset and we are proud to have such talented, passionate and tech‑savvy professionals on our team. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all and any hiring decisions will be assessed on qualifications, merit and business need. If there are any accommodations you may need throughout the hiring process please feel free to email us so that we can set you up for more about Diversity & Inclusion at accesso. You can review our candidate privacy statement here: 【?】

Required Experience: Director