Strategic Growth & Partnerships Leader

Al Futtaim Private Company (LLC); Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 280,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Futtaim Private Company (LLC) seeks an accomplished leader to drive growth in the UAE insurance market. You will identify expansion opportunities, acquire new clients, and penetrate markets while building relationships with clients, partners, and vendors.

You will support senior leadership in developing corporate growth strategies, monitor market trends and regulatory changes, and oversee operational alignment with corporate objectives. Strong budgeting and reporting skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, Insurance, or a related field; MBA or post-grad preferred.
• 7–10 years in Sales & Marketing within a corporate setting with team leadership.
• Experience in the insurance industry.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting.
• Familiarity with governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• High initiative and self-motivation; ability to work under pressure.
• Strong negotiation and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for business expansion, new client acquisition, and market penetration.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, partners, and vendors.
• Assist senior leadership in the development and execution of corporate business growth strategies.
• Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and regulatory changes to inform decision-making and corporate planning.
• Oversee day-to-day business operations to ensure smooth execution and alignment with overall corporate objectives.
• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess department performance.
• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning for the department or division.
• Ensure cost management, profitability, and financial compliance.
• Collaborate with different departments such as Underwriting, finance, and other to implement corporate initiatives effectively.
• Lead or participate in cross-functional projects to drive business improvement.
• Identify potential risks and work with senior management to mitigate them.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and legal regulations.
• Provide regular reports to senior executives on department or division performance.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Reporting

Governance

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, Insurance, or a related field

Job description

Al Futtaim Private Company (LLC) seeks an accomplished leader to drive growth in the UAE insurance market. You will identify expansion opportunities, acquire new clients, and penetrate markets while building relationships with clients, partners, and vendors.

You will support senior leadership in developing corporate growth strategies, monitor market trends and regulatory changes, and oversee operational alignment with corporate objectives. Strong budgeting and reporting skills are essential.