Senior Strategy Manager - M&A

UnitedYou Ventures; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Abu Dhabi seeks a Senior Strategy Manager to provide strategic support for M&A projects. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in consulting, with a minimum of 5 years in strategic roles. Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills are essential. Fluency in English and analytical skills with Microsoft Excel are required. This role offers the opportunity to work with executive management on key strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in consulting, 5+ in similar roles.
• International exposure is valuable.
• Experience in Dredging, Energy, Oil & Gas is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement strategic initiatives and work plans.
• Collaborate with business partners for strategic alignment.
• Assist in Merger & Acquisition (M&A) projects.
• Conduct competitor analysis for strategic growth.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Strategic thinking

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Excel (advanced skills)

Job description

About the job Senior Strategy Manager - M&A

Job Summary

Provide strategic, functional, operational support to the department by taking a specific, identified (leadership) role for agreed projects.

Responsibilities

• Define and oversee the structure and implementation of strategic initiatives, developing detailed work plans, collecting and analyzing relevant data, and formulating actionable recommendations
• Collaborate with key business partners to facilitate comprehensive planning processes, ensuring alignment with sound business recommendations and corporate strategy
• Create and coordinate plans for BUs, departments, segments, countries, and subsidiaries, ensuring they align with and support the overall corporate strategic direction
• Assist in Merger & Acquisition projects (primarily operational and commercial DD)
• Build forecasts and analytical models to provide insights into future scenarios, enabling proactive decision-making and strategic adjustments
• Conduct thorough analysis of competitors, focusing on technical, production, manufacturing, and construction capabilities to identify potential threats
• Perform competitive analyses to uncover gaps and opportunities in the marketplace, guiding strategic growth initiatives
• Select and apply appropriate frameworks, tools, and methodologies to effectively tackle strategic challenges
• Leverage expertise in areas such as business model development, financial modeling, product portfolio planning, organizational strategy, channel strategies, and customer/market research
• Ensure all activities comply with company policies, the Policy of Integrity & Code of Conduct, and Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors Degree minimum (Masters Degree is an advantage)
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in the consulting industry, of which at least 5 years in equivalent roles.
• International exposure is an added value
• Experience in Dredging, Energy, Oil & Gas industry is an advantage
• Excellent and proven analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Written and spoken English skills
• Demonstrated ability to define, analyze, research, and communicate issues
• Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks, and to prioritize tasks, in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated abilities as a critical and strategic thinker
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and advanced Excel skills, including experience with complex financial spreadsheets
• Ability to work with Company's Executive management
• Must be a self-starter
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team

Knowledge of:

• Strategic thinking
• M&A
• Project Management
• Transformation program
• Post-merger-integration process