Corporate Intelligence- Manager

Warner Scott Recruitment; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manager or Senior Manager to enhance their MENA team. This role involves managing strategic intelligence and due diligence projects, conducting in-depth research, and drafting client-ready reports. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business intelligence, fluency in English and Arabic, and the ability to thrive under pressure. With a focus on the Middle East and North Africa, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful projects while developing a robust network of contacts in the region. Join a dynamic team that values expertise and collaboration, and take your career to the next level.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangement

5% stakeholder pension contribution

Private medical insurance

Life insurance (4x annual salary)

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in business intelligence required.
• Expertise in MENA countries and regulatory risks is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage strategic intelligence projects in MENA region.
• Conduct research and draft client-ready reports.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Arabic

Written communication

Verbal communication

Research skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Job description

My Client is a leader in the Corporate Intelligence space, they are seeking a Manager or Senior Manager to join their MENA team. The successful candidate will independently manage strategic intelligence and due diligence projects for their MENA team. They are looking for a self-motivated, hard-working individual with some experience in the business intelligence industry.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage enhanced due diligence and strategic intelligence projects across the Middle East and North Africa, with a focus on the Gulf, Iran, Egypt, and North Africa.
2. Conduct public domain research and human source inquiries to support strategic intelligence initiatives.
3. Draft client-ready reports and create supporting visuals.
4. Brief clients and stakeholders on ongoing projects.
5. Provide expertise on specific MENA countries or sectors.
6. Develop a network of human sources for the MENA team.
7. Draft project proposals and assist with business development efforts.

Qualifications and Skills:

1. Fluency in English and Arabic.
2. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English for report writing and client briefings.
3. At least 3 years of experience in the business intelligence industry.
4. Proficiency in researching complex topics using relevant databases and public domain sources.
5. Ability to manage multiple projects under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
6. Excellent interpersonal skills for client briefings and stakeholder engagement.
7. Expertise in at least one MENA country (knowledge of Gulf or North African countries is an advantage) and an understanding of the region's commercial and regulatory risks.

Additional Information:

1. Competitive salary based on experience.
2. Flexible working arrangement (balance of home and office).
3. 5% stakeholder pension contribution.
4. Private medical insurance with comprehensive coverage, including hospital, dental, and mental health support for you and your family (subject to policy terms).
5. Life insurance (4x annual salary).
6. 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.