Strategic Development Specialist

cander; Abu Dhabi; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the iGaming sector is seeking a Strategy Development Associate to join their dynamic team in Abu Dhabi. In this full-time role, you will leverage your consulting background to shape growth initiatives and influence strategic decisions. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside the CEO and leadership in a high-impact position that drives digital entertainment innovation.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years at a top strategy consulting firm (e.g., McKinsey, BCG, Bain).
• Passion for iGaming, digital products, or consumer tech.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine company-wide strategy and growth models.
• Analyze market trends and customer data to guide decision-making.
• Prepare high-impact presentations for C-level stakeholders.

Skills

Business acumen

Analytical mindset

Commercial judgment

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Degree from a leading university

MBA (bonus)

Job description

Strategy Development Associate – iGaming

Abu Dhabi

Full-time

We’re looking for a Strategy Development Associate to join our high-growth iGaming team. This role is perfect for someone with 2–3 years in a top-tier strategy consulting firm who’s ready to move in-house and shape the future of digital entertainment.

As part of the CEO and leadership team’s strategic engine, you’ll work across the business to develop and execute key growth initiatives, evaluate market opportunities, and drive performance at scale.

What we’re looking for:

2–3 years at a top strategy consulting firm (e.g., McKinsey, BCG, Bain)

Strong business acumen, analytical mindset, and commercial judgment

Ability to think strategically and communicate clearly and concisely

Passion for iGaming, digital products, or consumer tech

Degree from a leading university (MBA is a bonus but not required)

What you’ll do:

️ Develop and refine company-wide strategy, GTM plans, and growth models

️ Analyze market trends, competitors, and customer data to guide decision-making

️ Identify and assess new markets, products, and partnership opportunities

️ Support M&A and investment evaluations with strong commercial insights

️ Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Product, Marketing, and Finance

️ Prepare high-impact presentations for C-level and board stakeholders

Why join us?

You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team building the next generation of iGaming experiences. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role with direct access to decision-makers, rapid career progression, and a chance to help shape an industry.