Senior Strategy Analyst

Mark Williams Recruitment; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-level government entity in the UAE seeks a Senior Analyst to support strategic projects with high-quality analyses and policy briefs for senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate will lead project management efforts, engage with stakeholders, and synthesize complex concepts while mentoring junior team members.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in strategic advisory, management consulting, or public sector.
• Expertise in analyzing higher education trends.
• Ability to lead cross-functional projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination of project workflows and deliverables.
• Conduct in-depth research on regional/global trends.
• Develop management consulting-style presentations for executives.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Time management

Strategic thinking

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Our Client, a high level government entity, is looking for a Senior Analyst to support strategic and operational projects by providing high-quality analyses and policy briefs for senior stakeholders. This role requires strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills to ensure the success of key initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Project Leadership : Lead coordination of project workflows, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Act as an interim project manager when needed.
• Research & Analysis : Conduct in-depth research on regional/global trends, particularly in higher education, to inform strategic priorities and produce high-quality policy briefs.
• Stakeholder Engagement : Build relationships with internal teams, external partners, and consultants to advance initiatives and ensure alignment with agreements.
• Policy Development : Develop management consulting-style presentations, frameworks, and strategic narratives for executive audiences.
• Team Leadership : Mentor junior team members and provide guidance during project execution.
• Risk Management : Monitor budgets, identify delivery risks, and propose mitigation strategies to ensure successful outcomes.
• Knowledge Management : Maintain institutional databases, handbooks, and resources for seamless access and operational efficiency.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, Public Policy, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years in strategic advisory, management consulting, public sector, or multilateral organizations.
• Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional projects and deliver actionable insights.
• Strong understanding of higher education trends or policy development.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint storyboarding/structuring, Excel analysis).
• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Advanced time management, organizational rigor, and attention to detail.
• Ability to synthesize complex concepts into clear frameworks for diverse audiences.
• Competencies : Intellectual curiosity, strategic thinking, team leadership, proactive problem-solving, and adaptability in dynamic environments.