Strategy & Growth Expert - UAE National (various positions)

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

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Strategy & Growth Expert to lead strategic initiatives and oversee transformation programs that align with long-term goals. The ideal candidate will have an MBA and 2-10 years of experience in corporate strategy or management consulting. The role involves collaboration with stakeholders, strategic planning, and project management for effective execution. An industry background in steel or manufacturing is preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• 2-10 years of total experience including corporate strategy, management consulting or investment banking.
• Proven track record of leading enterprise-wide strategy and transformation programs.
• Experience with CAPEX governance and PMO operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual strategic project portfolio planning and approval process.
• Oversee strategic and operational transformation projects.
• Establish governance frameworks for large-scale projects.
• Develop enterprise-wide PMO standards and methodologies.
• Monitor project performance through KPI dashboards.
• Facilitate issue resolution and cross-functional integration.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Change Management

Education

MBA from a top-tier business school

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Overview

The Strategy & Growth Expert will be responsible for leading strategic initiatives and transformation programs that align with the company s long-term goals. This role will work closely with the leadership team and stakeholders across business units to ensure strategic priorities are effectively executed governed and monitored for impact.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Governance

• Lead the annual strategic project portfolio planning and approval process in alignment with Board directives, ExCo guidance and business unit input.

• Oversee the portfolio of strategic and operational transformation projects to ensure alignment with corporate objectives.

• Establish governance frameworks for large-scale CAPEX projects to ensure process discipline, visibility and timely cross-functional support.

Project Management & Delivery

• Develop and implement enterprise-wide PMO standards, methodologies and tools across both agile and traditional delivery approaches.

• Monitor project performance through KPI dashboards and regular reports for senior management.

• Ensure proper project financial management including budgeting, forecasting and variance tracking.

• Conduct project close‑out meetings, lessons learned sessions and knowledge‑sharing forums.

Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with business unit heads, plant managers and functional leaders to prioritize initiatives and allocate resources.

• Serve as a liaison between the PMO executive leadership and external stakeholders to maintain transparency and alignment.

• Facilitate issue resolution and cross‑functional integration of transformation efforts.

Organizational Development

• Lead change management initiatives including communication and sustainability planning.

• Build, mentor and manage a high‑performing team of project managers, analysts and support staff.

• Drive continuous improvement in project delivery, cost control, quality assurance and innovation in tools and practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor s degree in Engineering or a related field (preferred).
• MBA from a top‑tier business school (mandatory).
• 2-10 years of total experience including corporate strategy, management consulting or investment banking.
• Proven track record of leading enterprise‑wide strategy and transformation programs.
• Experience with CAPEX governance and PMO operations in a complex matrix organization.
• Industry experience in steel or manufacturing is strongly preferred but may be relaxed for exceptional candidates.