Strategic Planning Manager

Fitch Solutions; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Strategic Planning Manager to enhance resource allocation across the MEA and APAC regions. This high-profile role involves collaborating with senior stakeholders to drive strategic decision-making and improve processes. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in resource planning, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analysis software. Join a diverse team that values every voice and contributes to impactful projects in financial services training. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in strategic resource planning in dynamic environments.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data for actionable decisions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee strategic planning process in MEA and APAC regions.
• Produce detailed resourcing plans and monitor key performance metrics.

Skills

Strategic resource planning

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Project management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Workforce management software

Power BI

QlikSense

Job description

Fitch Learning is currently seeking a Strategic Planning Manager based out of our Dubai office.

The global planning team is responsible for the effective utilization of resources across the business and works directly and collaboratively with all areas of the business.

What We Offer:

• A high profile role at the center of the business requiring close collaboration with senior stakeholders.
• Unique opportunity to drive strategic decision making and improve existing processes.

We’ll Count on You To:

• Be responsible for the strategic planning process in the MEA and APAC regions effectively allocating available training resources based on training demand.
• Produce detailed resourcing plans based on historical demand and forecasted future demand, identifying opportunities for cross-skilling existing resources and recruitment to anticipated resourcing gaps.
• Enter and update schedules in the Planning system to accurately reflect planned training.
• Produce accurate and timely management information reporting and monitor key performance metrics.
• Provide thought leadership and contribute to the development of best practices in strategic planning and execution.

What You Need to Have:

• Significant experience of strategic resource planning and scheduling in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
• Demonstrable experience of developing and managing excellent relationships with stakeholders, vendors, and other third parties. Ability to influence and engage indirect reports and peers.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable resourcing decisions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and familiarity with workforce management software.

What Would Make You Stand Out:

• Experience of managing projects and the capability to oversee multiple projects, ensuring that deadlines are met and objectives are achieved.
• Proficient with data analysis software such as Power BI, QlikSense.
• Commercial acumen with an understanding of business operations, objectives, and strategies to align data analysis efforts with organizational goals.

Why Fitch?

At Fitch Group, the combined power of our global perspectives is what differentiates us. Our global network of colleagues comes together to accomplish things greater than they ever could alone.

Every team member is essential to our business and each perspective is critical to our success. We embrace a diverse culture that encourages a free exchange of ideas, guaranteeing your voice will be heard and your work will have an impact, regardless of seniority.

We are building incredible things at Fitch and we invite you to join us on our journey.

Fitch Learning is a leader in financial services training. With unrivaled breadth and depth of training, the company delivers learning solutions for apprentices and graduates, to those with 10+ years’ experience in Financial Services. Our learning solutions encompass expert faculty, e-learning, coaching, and blended candidate assessments, improving individual contribution and collective business performance.

Fitch Learning is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level for the role.