Director of Operations (Aviation)

Carbon Asset Management; Dubai; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in private jet services seeks a Director of Operations to manage their aviation operations across Europe and the Middle East. The role requires overseeing financial activities, expanding chartering networks, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in aviation operations, strong leadership skills, and fluency in English with proficiency in at least one European language.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in aviation operations or private jet services.
• Fluency in English and at least one additional European language (French, Greek, German, Spanish etc).
• Proven track record of managing operations across multiple geographies.

Responsibilities

• Expand and manage the network of chartering partners across Europe and the Middle East.
• Oversee financial operations, ensuring compliance with budgets and performance targets.
• Act as a liaison between operators, shareholders, and key stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Operational Performance Monitoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Aviation Management, or a related field

Job description

We are seeking a Director of Operations (Aviation) to oversee the operational and financial activities of a private jet firm operating in Europe and the Middle East. This role involves managing chartering partnerships, expanding the operational network, and serving as a key liaison between operators and shareholders.

Responsibilities

• Expand and manage the network of chartering partners across Europe and the

Middle East.

• Oversee financial operations, ensuring compliance with budgets and performance

targets.

• Act as a liaison between operators, shareholders, and other key stakeholders.
• Monitor operational performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure adherence to industry regulations and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Aviation Management, or a related

field.

• 10+ years of experience in aviation operations or private jet services.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven track record of managing operations across multiple geographies.
• Fluency in English and atleast 1x additional European language is essential (French; Greek; German; Spanish etc)