Oliver Wyman - Senior Lead Inclusion & Culture - Dubai

Marsh McLennan; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consulting firm is seeking an IMEA Senior Lead Inclusion & Culture in Dubai. The ideal candidate will develop and execute strategies aimed at enhancing workplace culture and inclusion across the region. Responsibilities include engaging with senior leadership, fostering psychological safety, and tracking cultural initiatives. Candidates should have 10 years of experience, a strong background in cultural management, and analytical skills to inform decision-making. This full-time role offers a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 10 years in strategic leadership/change management or consulting role.
• Strong understanding of the IMEA region and cultural dynamics.
• Experience in Inclusion, Belonging, Culture Management, and Wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the IMEA Regional Inclusion & Culture Strategy.
• Foster a culture of inclusion with senior leadership involvement.
• Enhance organizational culture through cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Cultural sensitivity

Analytical skills

Change management

Leadership

Communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Company: Oliver Wyman

Description: Oliver Wyman is now looking to hire a Regional Lead of Inclusion and Culture for our India Middle East and Africa (IMEA) region!

Job Overview

We are seeking an IMEA Senior Lead Inclusion & Culture to lead our initiatives in fostering an inclusive engaging and high performance workplace culture across the IMEA region. This role demands a deep understanding of the consulting industry and the cultural dynamics that drive success across diverse markets and offices. You will be responsible for developing and executing long-term strategic plans that enhance employee wellbeing promote cultural sensitivity and drive engagement throughout the organization. As a thought leader in inclusion culture and wellbeing you will create impactful programs and initiatives tailored for various audiences. You will ensure that our organizational culture reflects our commitment to our core values through relevant change management and communication plans being rolled out accordingly. Additionally you will ensure that regional initiatives align with the Oliver Wyman global strategy whilst also identifying and implementing best practices that resonate locally. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with a keen interest in change & culture management analytical skillset a 100% ownership mentality and a real expertise in inclusion and culture.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and Execute the IMEA Regional Inclusion & Culture Strategy

• Design and implement strategic initiatives grounded in the local context of IMEA as a region incorporating local norms sensitivities and legislation
• Foster a culture of inclusion with a focus on modeling inclusive behaviours at the top and building psychological safety
• Engage with senior leadership to identify challenges and create solutions and initiatives that drive engagement and retention
• Conduct regular assessments of company culture and employee engagement to identify areas for improvement and track progress
• Ensure alignment of the regional strategy with OWs Global People strategy
• Define KPIs for each initiative in order to track progress

Thought Leadership in Inclusion & Culture

• Serve as a thought leader on best practices around inclusion and culture staying informed on trends and innovations in these areas (e.g. neurodiversity Gen Z AI flexible working gender)
• Create and deliver executive-level presentations and reports that communicate key insights strategies and recommendations to various stakeholders
• Through expertise and strong stakeholder management become sought out as the go-to person in IMEA for all Inclusion Culture and Wellbeing topics

Enhance Organizational Culture

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate initiatives into all aspects of the employee experience across markets
• Champion cultural sensitivity and empathy within the organization ensuring that diverse perspectives are valued and included in decision-making processes
• Collaborate on training and development programs with the L&D team that promote understanding and appreciation of diverse backgrounds and experiences among employees

Operational Excellence and Change Management

• Analyze current processes and workflows related to inclusion and culture to identify areas for improvement and streamline operations
• Implement change management strategies to effectively communicate and execute cultural initiatives across the region
• Track and measure the effectiveness of programs and initiatives utilizing data to inform decision-making and continuous improvement

Support Executive Leadership

• Provide analytical and operational support to senior leadership in the areas of inclusion and culture
• Prepare executive documents and presentations that summarize key findings and insights tailored to different audiences
• Ensure timely delivery of materials and analyses prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines effectively

Team Management

• Provide direction and leadership to a small team fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture
• Oversee the performance of team members conducting regular reviews and providing constructive feedback to drive professional development
• Establish clear objectives for team members to align with organizational strategy and personal goals
• Act as a mentor to team members offering guidance and support to enhance their skills and career progression
• Be viewed collaboratively by the broader global I&C and PE community

Experience and Skills required

• Education: Bachelors degree or equivalent
• Experience: 10 years experience in a strategic leadership/change management or consulting role with a strong understanding of the IMEA region; experience in the field of Inclusion Belonging Culture Management and Wellbeing is a must.

Skills and Attributes

• Passionate about long-term strategic thinking and driving cultural transformation within organizations
• Ability to analyze complex challenges and develop innovative solutions
• Accomplished in consensus building with the ability to adapt style across a variety of audiences Ability to effectively engage and communicate with senior leadership presenting ideas and strategies confidently
• Ability to manage a varied workload with conflicting priorities while meeting deadlines.
• 100% ownership mentality demonstrating accountability for outcomes and driving results
• Cultural sensitivity and empathy with the ability to understand and appreciate diverse perspectives
• Strong interest in people development and fostering a collaborative work environment
• Solid experience with data analysis and reporting tools to assess program effectiveness and inform strategy
• People-oriented demonstrating a strong focus on building relationships and fostering a collaborative environment
• Interest in consultant development attracting talent and fostering talent growth within the organization
• Knowledge and curiosity to experiment with AI and technology as integral components of innovative change initiatives
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint

Requirements

Required Experience:

Senior IC

EEO Statement

Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, skin color or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office‑based teams will identify at least one anchor day per week on which their full team will be together in person.