Senior Director, Disputes & Economics

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

Job summary

A distinguished consulting firm is seeking a highly accomplished Senior Director, Management Consulting to provide executive-level leadership across client engagements and drive significant revenue growth. This role entails serving as a trusted advisor to C‑suite stakeholders, managing a client portfolio, and shaping the strategic direction of the consulting practice. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and over 8 years of progressive experience in management consulting. Competitive compensation and a clear pathway to leadership roles are offered.

Benefits

Highly competitive compensation

Performance incentives

Collaborative firm culture

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of progressive experience in management consulting or a closely related advisory role.
• Demonstrated success leading large‑scale, complex consulting engagements.
• Proven track record of revenue generation, account leadership, and business development.

Responsibilities

• Act as executive sponsor for strategic, high‑impact client engagements.
• Advise C‑suite and board‑level stakeholders on enterprise strategy, transformation, and performance improvement.
• Lead the design and oversight of complex, multi‑workstream engagements across geographies.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication

Revenue generation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or a related field

MBA or equivalent advanced degree

Job description

Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly accomplished Senior Director, Management Consulting to provide executive‑level leadership across client engagements, drive significant revenue growth, and shape the strategic direction of the consulting practice. The Senior Director serves as a trusted advisor to C‑suite and board‑level stakeholders and plays a critical role in building the firm’s brand, capabilities, and talent pipeline.

This role is ideal for senior consulting leaders preparing for Partner or Principal‑level responsibilities while already operating with a strong commercial and strategic mandate.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as executive sponsor for strategic, high‑impact client engagements
• Advise C‑suite and board‑level stakeholders on enterprise strategy, transformation, and performance improvement
• Lead the design and oversight of complex, multi‑workstream engagements across geographies and functions
• Ensure delivery excellence, value realization, and long‑term client satisfaction

Revenue Ownership & Business Development

• Own and grow a significant client portfolio and revenue target
• Identify, originate, and close new business opportunities across priority accounts and markets
• Lead complex proposal efforts, pricing strategies, and contract negotiations
• Build long‑term, trusted client relationships that drive repeat business

Practice & Capability Leadership

• Shape the strategic direction of the consulting practice, including service offerings and go‑to‑market priorities
• Drive thought leadership, intellectual capital development, and market positioning
• Represent the firm externally through executive forums, conferences, and industry events
• Sponsor firm‑wide initiatives focused on innovation, operational excellence, and growth

Talent & Culture Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and sponsor Directors, Managers, and high‑potential consultants
• Play a key role in senior talent recruitment, succession planning, and leadership development
• Foster a high‑performance, inclusive, and values‑driven consulting culture

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or a related field
• 8–10 years of progressive experience in management consulting or a closely related advisory role
• Demonstrated success leading large‑scale, complex consulting engagements
• Proven track record of revenue generation, account leadership, and business development
• Experience advising senior executives and influencing enterprise‑level decisions
• Exceptional executive communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or equivalent advanced degree
• Deep expertise in one or more industries (e.g., financial services, healthcare, technology, energy, public sector)
• Experience in a top‑tier consulting firm or high‑growth consulting practice
• International and multi‑market engagement experience

Key Competencies

• Enterprise‑level strategic thinking and judgment
• Strong commercial acumen and ownership mindset
• Executive presence and influence
• Practice‑building and people leadership
• Ability to balance client delivery, growth, and firm leadership

What We Offer

• Senior leadership role with significant influence over firm strategy and growth
• Clear pathway to Partner / Principal or equivalent leadership role
• Highly competitive compensation, performance incentives, and benefits
• Opportunity to shape market‑leading consulting offerings
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial, and inclusive firm culture

Ankura is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters, if you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call toll‑free +1.312‑583‑2122.