EY Parthenon Strategy Director - FDI, Dubai

Iris Software; Dubai; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks seasoned strategy professionals to join their dynamic team in MENA. This role offers the chance to work on impactful projects, focusing on long-term strategy roadmaps, market entry strategies, and digital transformation initiatives. You will collaborate closely with clients, translating their needs into actionable plans while mentoring junior team members. This position not only promises career growth through diverse engagements but also the opportunity to make a significant impact in a rapidly evolving business landscape. If you are passionate about strategy and thrive in a collaborative environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation Package

Continuous Learning Opportunities

Leadership Coaching

Diverse and Inclusive Culture

Qualifications

• 8+ years of strategy consulting experience with a strong academic background.
• Experience in Foreign Direct Investments and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Translate client needs into project tasks and deliverables.
• Work on strategy-related projects directly with C-Suite executives.

Skills

Business Strategy Development

Market Analysis

Customer Research

Data Analysis

Team Leadership

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MBA or Master's Degree

Job description

Competitive business today is all about making intelligent, informed decisions. EY-Parthenon Strategy is a leading advisory organization focused on big-picture strategy consulting, spanning areas that include coming up with long-term strategy roadmaps, market entry & expansion strategy, and growth strategy.

The opportunity

In today’s complex business landscape, creativity has become a necessary ingredient for sustained success. EY-Parthenon has an ideal balance of strengths that combines deep sector and local expertise with top-notch analytical and executional capabilities in addition to intimate client relationships, proven processes, and a progressive spirit.

We are looking for seasoned strategy professionals to join our rapidly growing team in MENA at the Senior Manager/Director level. As part of EY Parthenon Strategy, you will have the opportunity to deliver projects that make a strong impact on the region and develop your career through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring, and formal learning.

Your key responsibilities

In this role within the strategy consulting practice, you will be a key participant in work streams and engagements as you translate client needs into project tasks and deliverables. You will work closely with clients to define the objective and scope of the engagements and deliverables in consultation with your leaders. You can expect to spend most of your time working on strategy-related projects including long-term strategy roadmaps, growth strategy, market entry & expansion strategy, go-to-market strategy, digital transformation projects, commercial due diligence, and greenfield projects. The EY-Parthenon Strategy team typically works directly with C-Suite executives on their strategic and transaction decisions.

Skills and attributes for success

As a strategy consulting expert, you should be able to:

• Develop business strategies using tools such as market analysis, customer research, macro-economic forecasting, and portfolio optimization.
• Review transaction rationale and deal documents to identify critical business issues and risks related to a proposed transaction.
• Collect, analyze, and translate large amounts of qualitative and quantitative data into realistic plans, goals, and actionables.
• Motivate and counsel junior team members with diverse skills and backgrounds.

To qualify for the role you must have:

• Bachelor's degree from a top-ranking school with outstanding academic performance, and at least 8 years of strategy consulting experience.
• Experience working on ‘big picture’ strategy projects in Foreign Direct Investments involving FDI attraction, investments, mergers & acquisitions, or trade and partnerships.
• Ability to make detailed assessments of industries, products, markets, competitors, and customers to identify risks and opportunities.
• Effective organization and time management skills with prior experience focusing on client advisory or strategic planning within a professional services or similar environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel within the MENA region, approximately 25-60% of the time.

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• MBA or Masters from a top-tier business school
• Full fluency in Arabic is a plus.

What we look for

We seek candidates with a strong aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analysis and the ability to link business strategy to performance. Being a strong team player and adaptable to changing requirements or deadlines to support our clients’ goals is critical.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package based on performance and recognition for the value you bring. Plus, we provide:

Continuous learning: Develop the mindset and skills to navigate future challenges.

Success as defined by you: Tools and flexibility to make a meaningful impact your way.

Transformative leadership: Insights, coaching, and confidence to become the leader the world needs.

Diverse and inclusive culture: Embrace who you are and use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you meet these criteria, please contact us as soon as possible.

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