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The position reports to: Group Chief Strategy Officer / CEO

About the Organization
Our client is a leading technology-driven conglomerate engaged in digital infrastructure, telecom, and emerging tech services across the MENA region. With a strong footprint in enabling national digital agendas and innovation ecosystems, the organization is actively evolving into a future-ready enterprise. It operates through multiple verticals, maintains a close interface with national stakeholders, and serves as a critical partner in the region’s economic diversification strategy.

Role Overview
The Corporate Strategy Director is responsible for leading strategy formulation, enterprise transformation, and performance oversight at the group level. The role works directly with the CEO and executive leadership team to define strategic priorities, manage enterprise-wide initiatives, and ensure operational alignment across all verticals.

The strategy director will be tasked to

• Lead development of the group’s corporate strategy, ensuring alignment with long-term vision, national objectives, and shareholder mandates

• Translate strategic intent into actionable roadmaps, transformation programs, and investment priorities

• Act as a senior advisor to the CEO and Board, facilitating strategic discussions, business reviews, and stakeholder engagement

• Oversee enterprise performance management, including Balanced Scorecards, OKRs, and strategic KPIs

• Establish and manage the Transformation Management Office (TMO) to coordinate high-impact initiatives and ensure delivery milestones

• Implement commercial performance tracking and revenue assurance frameworks to drive financial discipline

• Support M&A assessments, strategic partnerships, and diversification strategies across markets and verticals

• Engage with ministries, regulators, consultants, and investor communities as part of the strategic ecosystem

Talent Leaders will accept the application from or respond to candidates having the following experience and background

• 18+ years of progressive leadership experience in corporate strategy, performance management, or transformation within technology, telecom, government advisory, or management consulting domains

• Proven track record of advising CEOs and Boards on strategic decision-making and execution oversight

• Strong background in strategic planning tools, financial analysis, operating model design, and enterprise performance frameworks (e.g., Strategy Map, BSC, OKRs)

• Ability to navigate large-scale organizational change with confidence, agility, and influence

• International exposure with experience leading or advising transformation across complex ecosystems

• MBA or equivalent from a top-tier institution; engineering or finance undergraduate background preferred

Personal Attributes

• Executive-level presence and structured problem-solving capability

• Highly analytical with commercial acumen and strategic foresight

• Collaborative and influential in high-stakes stakeholder environments

• Strong written and verbal communication across C-level and operational layers

This is a newly created role that directly reports to the Head of Strategy. The role requires an ambitious individual who wants to gain a wide range of experience in a rapidly growing company. This role is ideal for a highly numerate, conscientious person with strong communication skills. This role will have an evolving set of responsibilities, depending on organizational needs and the individual strengths, and will likely include:

• Coordinating strategic projects working with the Head of Strategy
• Development of strategic capabilities for project reporting
• Monthly project analysis, reporting and forecasting
• Develop and implement financial models in support of a wide range of projects and initiatives
• Conduct research and diligence on new products and markets in support of competitive intelligence, business development
• Presenting to the Senior Management/Business Partners
• Ad hoc work on project analysis

Minimum Requirements:

• Ideally an MBA, CMA, or CFA. Alternatively a CGA/CPA or commerce major with strong finance and management accounting skills and at least 5-8 years of related work experience. This is not an entry level role.
• Expert level Excel skills, comfortable with using a wide array of advanced functions (look-ups, conditional functions, arrays, and Boolean - VBA and SQL a bonus)
• At least 3-4 years’ experience in a similar role
• Detailed focused and conscientious in your work
• Strong organization and innovation problem solving skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to deal with all clients, both internal and external
• Self-starter and the ability work both in a team environment and independently
• Positive and friendly attitude
• Technology savvy

About The Company:

Manpower Professional, a division of Manpower Inc., offers comprehensive, expert recruitment services backed by award winning training, assessment and selection and outsourcing. Our extensive resources, world-class client list, and reputation attract a diverse group of talented candidates, with every level of education, skills and experience. Manpower Professional helps find and retain top people in IT, accounting, banking, finance, engineering, sales, and marketing.

This is a newly created role that directly reports to the Head of Strategy. The role requires an ambitious individual who wants to gain a wide range of experience in a rapidly growing company. This role is ideal for a highly numerate, conscientious person with strong communication skills. This role will have an evolving set of responsibilities, depending on organizational needs and the individual strengths, and will likely include:

1. Coordinating strategic projects working with the Head of Strategy
2. Development of strategic capabilities for project reporting
3. Monthly project analysis, reporting and forecasting
4. Develop and implement financial models in support of a wide range of projects and initiatives
5. Conduct research and diligence on new products and markets in support of competitive intelligence, business development
6. Presenting to the Senior Management/Business Partners
7. Ad hoc work on project analysis

Minimum Requirements:

1. Ideally an MBA, CMA, or CFA. Alternatively a CGA/CPA or commerce major with strong finance and management accounting skills and at least 5-8 years of related work experience. This is not an entry level role.
2. Expert level Excel skills, comfortable with using a wide array of advanced functions (look-ups, conditional functions, arrays, and Boolean - VBA and SQL a bonus)
3. At least 3-4 years' experience in a similar role
4. Detailed focused and conscientious in your work
5. Strong organization and innovation problem solving skills
6. Effective verbal and written communication skills
7. Ability to deal with all clients, both internal and external
8. Self-starter and the ability work both in a team environment and independently
9. Positive and friendly attitude
10. Technology savvy

About The Company:

Manpower Professional, a division of Manpower Inc., offers comprehensive, expert recruitment services backed by award winning training, assessment and selection and outsourcing. Our extensive resources, world-class client list, and reputation attract a diverse group of talented candidates, with every level of education, skills and experience. Manpower Professional helps find and retain top people in IT, accounting, banking, finance, engineering, sales, and marketing.

• Gaining exposure to the CEO Office’s daily operations and supporting on strategic topics such as corporate development, strategy, and PR
• Coordinating initiatives like the Student Innovation Challenge, external PR activities, newsroom articles, and LinkedIn content for business updates
• Assisting in preparing leadership presentations for business reviews and management meetings
• Managing department meetings, workshops, events, ad hoc admin tasks, and regular performance reporting
• Supporting PR activities including scheduling regional PR calls, tracking and consolidating market reporting, and liaising with markets and the PR agency on content collection
• Drafting LinkedIn posts for the CEO, coordinating with Marketing on newsroom schedules, and ensuring PR content is shared on PME LinkedIn
• Handling press fleet logistics, documentation, compliance checks, and press event RSVP management
• Collaborating with AI Tastic on media list reviews, improving media dashboards, and creating topic-specific media coverage reports
• From time to time, you will be required to step in and cover our HQ reception desk
• Passion for cars and interest in Porsche brand
• University studies in Business Administration, Economics, PR or related field
• Excellent oral and written English language skills
• Advanced MS Office Skills (Power Point, Word, Excel) & basic knowledge of creative tools such as Photoshop, Final Cut Pro, or InDesign is an advantage
• Social media content creation skills & familiarity with social CMS and analytics tools such as Sprout or Sprinklr is a plus

• Gaining exposure to the CEO Office’s daily operations and supporting on strategic topics such as corporate development, strategy, and PR
• Coordinating initiatives like the Student Innovation Challenge, external PR activities, newsroom articles, and LinkedIn content for business updates
• Assisting in preparing leadership presentations for business reviews and management meetings
• Managing department meetings, workshops, events, ad hoc admin tasks, and regular performance reporting
• Supporting PR activities including scheduling regional PR calls, tracking and consolidating market reporting, and liaising with markets and the PR agency on content collection
• Drafting LinkedIn posts for the CEO, coordinating with Marketing on newsroom schedules, and ensuring PR content is shared on PME LinkedIn
• Handling press fleet logistics, documentation, compliance checks, and press event RSVP management
• Collaborating with AI Tastic on media list reviews, improving media dashboards, and creating topic-specific media coverage reports
• From time to time, you will be required to step in and cover our HQ reception desk
• Passion for cars and interest in Porsche brand
• University studies in Business Administration, Economics, PR or related field
• Excellent oral and written English language skills
• Advanced MS Office Skills (Power Point, Word, Excel) & basic knowledge of creative tools such as Photoshop, Final Cut Pro, or InDesign is an advantage
• Social media content creation skills & familiarity with social CMS and analytics tools such as Sprout or Sprinklr is a plus

This is a government organisation exploring a broad range of new cultural, educational and socio - economic strategic initiatives for Abu Dhabi to create a lasting impact.

• Drive the strategic conceptualization and design of new and existing programs to advance the UAE's knowledge economy.
• Spearhead the implementation of key programs, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and intended outcomes.
• Formulate and monitor critical performance indicators and risk mitigation strategies for optimal program success.
• Oversee financial planning and cost optimization across the program portfolio, ensuring efficient resource allocation.
• Cultivate and strategically leverage a high-value network of local and global entities to foster entrepreneurial promotion, knowledge creation, and partnerships.
• Develop and present high-quality, data-driven strategic analyses and actionable recommendations to senior leadership.
• Provide strategic guidance and oversight to junior team members, ensuring successful program delivery and team development.

• Must have an undergraduate degree from a top - tier international university, preferably in the fields of economics, business administration, finance, public policy, or engineering.
• An MBA or relevant master's degree is strongly beneficial but not essential.
• Must have 5 years' experience in consulting from an international strategy/management consulting firm, or a mix of strategy consulting and relevant industry experience (with at least 3 years in a consulting firm).
• Highly motivated and driven, with the ability to influence stakeholders and build long- lasting relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written presentation skills.
• Ability to interact and engage with the C-level management and executive leadership team.
• Mast be willing to relocate to Abu Dhabi, UAE.

This is a government organisation exploring a broad range of new cultural, educational and socio - economic strategic initiatives for Abu Dhabi to create a lasting impact.

• Drive the strategic conceptualization and design of new and existing programs to advance the UAE's knowledge economy.
• Spearhead the implementation of key programs, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and intended outcomes.
• Formulate and monitor critical performance indicators and risk mitigation strategies for optimal program success.
• Oversee financial planning and cost optimization across the program portfolio, ensuring efficient resource allocation.
• Cultivate and strategically leverage a high-value network of local and global entities to foster entrepreneurial promotion, knowledge creation, and partnerships.
• Develop and present high-quality, data-driven strategic analyses and actionable recommendations to senior leadership.
• Provide strategic guidance and oversight to junior team members, ensuring successful program delivery and team development.

• Must have an undergraduate degree from a top - tier international university, preferably in the fields of economics, business administration, finance, public policy, or engineering.
• An MBA or relevant master's degree is strongly beneficial but not essential.
• Must have 5 years' experience in consulting from an international strategy/management consulting firm, or a mix of strategy consulting and relevant industry experience (with at least 3 years in a consulting firm).
• Highly motivated and driven, with the ability to influence stakeholders and build long- lasting relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written presentation skills.
• Ability to interact and engage with the C-level management and executive leadership team.
• Mast be willing to relocate to Abu Dhabi, UAE.

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• Conduct comprehensive commercial due diligence on potential investment opportunities, including market analysis, competitor analysis, customer analysis, and financial analysis.
• Analyze industry trends, market dynamics, and competitive forces to assess the attractiveness and potential risks of target markets.
• Evaluate target companies' business models, revenue streams, customer base, and growth strategies to assess their market position and growth potential.
• Assess target companies' financial performance, including financial statements and key financial ratios, to evaluate their financial health and viability.
• Develop financial models and forecasts to support investment decision-making and strategic planning.
• Prepare detailed due diligence reports, presentations, and other documentation to communicate findings and recommendations to senior management and investment committees.
• Provide strategic recommendations and insights to support investment decisions and contribute to the development of the overall business strategy of the company or private equity firm.
• Stay updated on industry trends, market dynamics, and best practices in commercial due diligence to continuously improve the quality and effectiveness of due diligence processes.

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or related field; MBA or other advanced degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 5-6 years of experience in commercial due diligence, investment banking, private equity, management consulting, or related fields.
• Strong analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to conduct comprehensive market and financial analysis.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting techniques.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to stakeholders at various levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of industry-specific regulations, trends, and competitive landscape.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, as required.

This job description outlines the general nature and key responsibilities of the role and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required. The company or private equity firm may revise the job description as needed to meet the business needs.

• Strategy & Planning: Support the Corporate Development & Strategy manager in conceptualizing and executing strategic projects, including the regionalization and monitoring of the global PAG strategy, while developing strategic focus topics that support company goals. Support with preparation and alignment of strategic presentations for the CEO at key internal and external events, meetings and committees.
• Business Operations: Organize strategic meetings on executive level, such as ExCom workshops, board visits, networking events, company-wide townhalls, including moderating, minuting, setting and distributing agendas and assigning and following up on tasks. Support the CDS Manager with the preparation of presentations for the abovementioned meetings. Further contribute to smooth CEO Office operations by leading procurement, compliance and risk processes.
• Project Management: Support the steering of selected key projects with strategic relevance for the company success using existing reporting tools to track key milestones and progress. This includes following up with key stakeholders to drive timely delivery of key project deliverables and providing status updates to the CEO to increase transparency.
• CEO Assistance: You manage the day-to-day administrative tasks of the CEO including diary management, gatekeeping, prioritizing tasks and ensuring the CEO is in the right place at the right time with the right information.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, International Business or a related field.
• 3 to 4 years experience in a chief of staff, strategy or consulting role, preferably in the automotive or luxury retail environment.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on mindset; able to translate business goals into actionable initiatives.
• Strong customer first mindset, experienced in managing senior c-suite stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Advanced Excel & PowerPoint).
• Ability to build strong relationships with internal teams and external partners to drive results.
• Self-driven and motivated, able to adapt in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment.
High level of proficiency in English.

Introduction to the role
As we continue to grow our business in the region, we are looking to enhance our team with a Corporate Development & Strategy Specialist to join our CEO Office. In this role you will support the Corporate Development & Strategy Manager and the Porsche Middle East & Africa CEO in driving strategic initiatives across all business functions.
This role combines high-level strategy work, such as supporting the development of leadership presentations and the regionalization of Porsche’s global strategy. Additionally, you ensure seamless operations by personally assisting the CEO with his day-to-day activities, diary management, internal & external communications and key business processes. You will be a central point of contact within the CEO Office, helping ensure smooth execution and alignment across the organization.