Strategy Manager

ARISE IIP; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Dubai is seeking a strategic advisor with over 10 years' experience in consulting and tech-led transformation. The ideal candidate will manage executive governance, drive innovation programs, and demonstrate strong leadership skills. An MBA or equivalent is preferred, along with expertise in client engagement and digital innovation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in consulting, strategy, or tech-led transformation.
• Experience working for African regions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic advisor and operational lead for high-impact business matters.
• Manage executive-level governance preparation including Board decks.
• Lead and implement end-to-end strategic initiatives across stakeholders.
• Handle decision-making in crisis management and operational execution.
• Drive innovation and transformation programs.

Skills

Client engagement

Alliance partnerships

Digital innovation

Strong communication

Stakeholder management

Leadership skills

Education

MBA or equivalent from a reputed institution

Job description

Note : Candidates with an experience working for African regions will be preferred.

• Act as a strategic advisor and operational lead, handling cross-functional and high-impact business matters.
• Manage executive-level governance preparation including Board decks, investor briefings, and high-visibility events (e.g., Davos).
• Lead and implement end-to-end strategic initiatives — from ideation to execution — across internal and external stakeholders.
• Handle delegated decision-making in critical areas including crisis management and operational execution.
• Drive innovation and transformation programs for all origins
• Initiate and implement Account Academies and turnaround strategies with measurable outcomes.
• Lead alliances with global cloud, tech, and digital partners to build high-impact joint go-to-market strategies.
• 10+ years of experience in consulting, strategy, or tech-led transformation.
• Expertise in client engagement, alliance partnerships, and digital innovation.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
• MBA or equivalent from a reputed institution preferred.