Strategic Deal Program Lead (GCC)

Manpower Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 24,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower Middle East seeks a Program Manager – Deal Management to lead end-to-end planning, implementation, and execution of strategic deal initiatives across the GCC region. Reporting to the Business Planning & Operations Lead, you will be responsible for driving successful delivery of strategic business objectives.

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical capabilities, project management expertise, and commercial acumen, enabling effective governance, performance monitoring, and

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, project management and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience in deal management, program management, commercial operations, or strategic initiatives.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, stakeholder management and ability to influence senior partners.
• Strong commercial acumen with an understanding of P&L and business performance drivers.
• Experience collaborating across multiple functions and cross-functional teamwork.
• Experience in Retail Banking, Payments, Financial Services, or Acquiring is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the management of strategic deal portfolios across the GCC region, including project tracking, performance monitoring, utilization management, and governance activities.
• Support the planning and execution of deal management initiatives, ensuring alignment with regional priorities and objectives.
• Monitor investments, program outcomes, and commercial performance, making timely adjustments to maximize results and business impact.
• Provide strategic recommendations to optimize growth plans, budgets, and investment decisions.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and partner functions to secure support and ensure successful project delivery.
• Analyze competitor activities, identify opportunities and risks, and provide strategic recommendations to support business growth.
• Build cross-functional relationships and support initiatives driving profitable opportunities across the region.

Skills

Deal management

Program management

Commercial operations

Strategic initiatives

Analytical skills

Project management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Job description

Manpower Middle East seeks a Program Manager – Deal Management to lead end-to-end planning, implementation, and execution of strategic deal initiatives across the GCC region. Reporting to the Business Planning & Operations Lead, you will be responsible for driving successful delivery of strategic business objectives.

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical capabilities, project management expertise, and commercial acumen, enabling effective governance, performance monitoring, and