101 Change Management jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Who we are:

GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain.

What you'll be doing:

• To support the implementation of organizational changes by coordinating change initiatives, ensuring effective communication, and supporting the overall change management strategy.
• Ensuring that changes are smoothly executed, minimizing disruption and maximizing the positive impact on our organization.

Job Description:

Change Management Assistance
• Support in the development of change management plans outlining activities, timelines and resources required.
• Develop and work with the team to execute the communication plans to keep stakeholders informed about upcoming changes.
• Identify and engage key stakeholders to understand their requirements and concerns, and ensuring their active involvement and support.
• Conduct detailed impact assessment for assigned projects including comprehensive impacts to people, process, and technology.
• Provide regular reports on the progress of change initiatives, including key milestones and any challenges encountered.
• Assist in project management tasks, such as tracking project timelines, coordinating team efforts, and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Lead project adoption including effective measurement tactics; lead change readiness including conducting assessments, surveys, etc
• Conduct post-implementation evaluations and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Promote a change-ready culture by encouraging innovation, flexibility, and continuous improvement.
Planning & Coordination
• Provide administrative support to change managers, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and handling correspondence.
• Engage with employees, management, and other stakeholders to address concerns, provide information and build support.
• Design, develop and deliver an effective training plan for assigned projects
• Collaborate with the training department to develop and deliver training where required based on the change management plan.
Feedback & Data Analysis
• Identify potential risks and obstacles to successful change implementation
• Develop risk mitigation plan to address possible challenges proactively
• Analyze feedback to identify areas for improvement and make recommendations for adjustments as needed.
Self-Management
• Respect every individual by relating to others in an accepting and respectful manner, regardless of their organizational level, personality, or background
• Adapt and learn - demonstrate creativity and strength in the face of change, obstacles, or adversity
• Adapt to competing demands and shifting priorities
• Update knowledge and skills to handle new complexities, challenges, and responsibilities. Seek exposure to new ideas and perspectives
• Promote a work environment that respects, embraces, and values diversity in others
• Look beyond symptoms to determine the root causes of problems and identify and implement applicable solutions. Integrate knowledge and expertise in making fact-based recommendations and decisions
• Conduct that is aligned with the GMG code of ethics.

functional/Technical Competencies:

• Strong change management and project management skills
• Strong microsoft office skill including advance skill in excel and powerpoint
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Excellent communication skills

Educational Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Psychology or a related field.

Experience:

• 2 Years’ experience within a change management or project management and related roles.

The primary responsibility of this role is to support the design, delivery and implementation of organizational development initiatives across all hubs and subsidiaries.

• This includes contributing to policy development, capability building, talent and leadership development, and performance management.
• You will also assist in job analysis, career path mapping, and succession planning.

In addition, you will be required to facilitate training initiatives and collaborate with line managers and HR teams to enhance employee experience and organizational effectiveness.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum bachelor's degree in HR or Human Sciences/Management, along with MBA or Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development (CIPD) qualification or HR Professional qualifications and certificates.

A strong background in implementing performance management across all levels and functions of the business, as well as experience in analyzing performance related data is essential.

Furthermore, you should possess in-depth experience in various HR functions and their corresponding processes.

• Developing OD frameworks, policies, and tools that support enterprise-wide capability building, leadership & high-potential development, and long-term talent planning.
• Engaging with HR team to constantly enhance, develop and enforce HR Policies and procedures across the organization.
• Assisting in developing and maintaining HR policies that are consistent, compliant, and responsive to both business needs and employee experience.
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INSPIRE | EXHILARATE | DELIGHT

For over six decades, Chalhoub Group has been a partner and creator of luxury experiences in the Middle East. The Group, in its endeavour to excel as a hybrid retailer, has reinforced its distribution and marketing services with a portfolio of eight owned brands and over 300 international brands in the luxury, beauty, fashion, and art de vivre categories. More recently, the Group expanded its expertise into new categories of luxury watches, jewellery, and eyewear. Every step at Chalhoub Group is taken with the customer at heart. Be it constantly reinventing itself or focusing on innovation to provide luxury experiences at over 750+ experiential retail stores, online and through mobile apps, each touch point leads to delighting the customer. Today, Chalhoub Group stands for 14,000 skilled and talented professionals across seven countries, whose cohesive efforts have resulted in the Group being ranked third in the Middle East and first in Saudi Arabia as a Great Place to Work. To keep the innovation journey going, the Group has set up “The Greenhouse”, which is not just an innovation hub, but also an incubator space and accelerator for start-ups and small businesses in the region and internationally. This is just one of the several initiatives taken by the Group to reinvent itself, catalysed by forward thinking and future-proofing. The Group has also been embedding sustainability at the core of its business strategy with a clear commitment towards people, partners and the planet, and by being a member of the United Nations Global Compact Community and signatory of the Women's Empowerment Principles.

What You’ll Be Doing

We arelooking for a highly motivated and proactive trainee to support the Managed Companies Change Management team. This traineeship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in change management initiatives across various projects impacting both frontline and back-office teams.

1. Presentation & Visual Design : Develop engaging presentation decks using PowerPoint and Canva to effectively communicate project updates and training materials. Design compelling visuals and infographics to support change initiatives and enhance team engagement.
2. Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with the Change Management Lead to create communication plans and tailored content for key stakeholders.
3. Workshops & Training Support: Assist in planning and coordinating workshops, training sessions, and meetings.
4. Project Documentation & Organization: Maintain and organize project documentation to ensure seamless accessibility and accuracy.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

1. Strong proficiency in visual design tools (PowerPoint, Canva) with an eye for detail and creativity.
2. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
3. Proactive and eager to learn, with a growth mindset.
4. Collaborative and a team player, with a positive attitude.

What the Group can Offer

With us, you will turn your aspirations into reality. We will help shape your journey through enriching experiences, learning and development opportunities and exposure to different assignments within your role or through internal mobility. Our Group offers diverse career paths for those who are extraordinary, every day.

We recognise the value that you bring, and we strive to provide a competitive benefits package which includes health care, child education contribution, remote and flexible working policies as well as exclusive employee discounts.

Emirati Talent & Inclusive Opportunities

At Chalhoub Group, we are committed to empowering UAE Nationals and fostering local talent as part of our vision for a thriving workforce. We welcome applications from Emirati candidates who are eager to grow, innovate, and contribute to the success of our organization. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures equal opportunities for all, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, or ability.

Join us and be part of our exciting future!

Apply now to kickstart your journey with Chalhoub Group.

Specialist – Governance & Change Management

We are looking for a Specialist – Governance & Change Management to join our growing team in Dubai. In this pivotal role, you will ensure that our IT initiatives align with business goals through structured governance and strategic change management practices. You'll be instrumental in managing organizational transformation by supporting projects, guiding stakeholders, and enforcing compliance across all technology and process changes.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an early-career professional to grow within a forward-thinking tech environment.

Support governance processes and frameworks across IT programs and projects.
Coordinate change management activities to facilitate successful adoption of new systems and workflows.
Collaborate with project managers, business analysts, and stakeholders to ensure alignment with organizational standards.
Track, monitor, and report on compliance with governance policies and procedures.
Assist in the development and documentation of change management plans and governance strategies.
Provide communication and training support to drive change initiatives effectively.
Continuously assess and suggest improvements to governance and change practices

Project Management certification (e.g. PMP)
Finance/Accounting certifications (ACCA or CA)
Power BI certifications
Experience in banking/finance sector, or in a Finance function
Experience in finance transformation, governance, or financial systems
Proven experience in Power BI, Databricks, Excel or alternates
Experience using ERP / General Ledger systems such as Oracle, SAP, Wolters Kluwer and banking systems like Temenos, Intellect, etc.
Experience working and analyzing data using Excel, Macros, SQL
Exposure to CAPEX planning and IT cost tracking in a banking or financial services environment

At Dicetek LLC, we are passionate about delivering innovative and tailored IT solutions that drive business transformation. Headquartered in Dubai and serving clients globally, Dicetek has built a strong reputation for excellence in technology consulting, enterprise solutions, and digital transformation services. With a mission to empower organizations through technology, we operate with integrity, agility, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Specialist – Governance & Change Management

We are looking for a Specialist – Governance & Change Management to join our growing team in Dubai. In this pivotal role, you will ensure that our IT initiatives align with business goals through structured governance and strategic change management practices. You'll be instrumental in managing organizational transformation by supporting projects, guiding stakeholders, and enforcing compliance across all technology and process changes.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an early-career professional to grow within a forward-thinking tech environment.

Support governance processes and frameworks across IT programs and projects.
Coordinate change management activities to facilitate successful adoption of new systems and workflows.
Collaborate with project managers, business analysts, and stakeholders to ensure alignment with organizational standards.
Track, monitor, and report on compliance with governance policies and procedures.
Assist in the development and documentation of change management plans and governance strategies.
Provide communication and training support to drive change initiatives effectively.
Continuously assess and suggest improvements to governance and change practices

Project Management certification (e.g. PMP)
Finance/Accounting certifications (ACCA or CA)
Power BI certifications
Experience in banking/finance sector, or in a Finance function
Experience in finance transformation, governance, or financial systems
Proven experience in Power BI, Databricks, Excel or alternates
Experience using ERP / General Ledger systems such as Oracle, SAP, Wolters Kluwer and banking systems like Temenos, Intellect, etc.
Experience working and analyzing data using Excel, Macros, SQL
Exposure to CAPEX planning and IT cost tracking in a banking or financial services environment

At Dicetek LLC, we are passionate about delivering innovative and tailored IT solutions that drive business transformation. Headquartered in Dubai and serving clients globally, Dicetek has built a strong reputation for excellence in technology consulting, enterprise solutions, and digital transformation services. With a mission to empower organizations through technology, we operate with integrity, agility, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

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• Specialist, Governance & Change Management
• Reports to:
• VP, Head of Governance & Change Management
• Group:
• Group Finance
• Function:
• FP&AST
• Department:
• Governance & Change Management
• Job Family:
• Prepared / Revision
• 2. JOB PURPOSE:
• The Candidate will be working as consultant for Governance & Change Management in Finance Transformation & Business strategy team under group finance
• Lead governance and execution across Group Finance initiatives, with a focus on Power BI/Databricks platforms, Chart of Account (CoA) governance, CAPEX planning, RPA automation, and continuous monitoring of Project & IT costs
• The role ensures compliance with governance frameworks and drives operational efficiency through structured project oversight and data-driven insights
• 3. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
• Job Specific Accountabilities
• Support Financial, Regulatory & MI project requirements across all Group Finance & Treasury units
• Ensure adherence to Governance, Access Control and Change Management framework to support the execution of activities related to New Initiatives, BAU Requests, and Change Requests across all units in Group Finance & Treasury with a focus on Power BI/Databricks platform
• Manage the UAT process within various Finance functions, ensuring coverage, timely execution and manage the end to end sign-off process
• Track and report on project budgets and IT-related expenditures across Group Finance portfolios.
• Manage Chart of Accounts approval & execution process, covering Products, GLs, Profit Centers, Segments, Cost Centers, etc.
• Understand Financial and MI Reporting processes such as allocation, budget/forecasting, regulatory reporting
• Perform data analysis on Financial data using multiple sources such as Trial balance, and non-financial sources
• Manage model changes and assess impact on reporting structures
• Identify and automate recurring finance activities using RPA tools
• 4. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
• Qualification
• Minimum:
• Must have Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Information Systems degree/diploma. If any other degree, then relevant experience in a Finance function
• Project Management certification (e.g. PMP)
• Finance/Accounting certifications (ACCA or CA)
• Power BI certifications
• Minimum:
• 2 years relevant experience in banking/finance sector, or in a Finance function
• Experience in finance transformation, governance, or financial systems
• Proven experience in Power BI, Databricks, Excel or alternates
• Experience using ERP / General Ledger systems such as Oracle, SAP, Wolters Kluwer and banking systems like Temenos, Intellect, etc.
• Experience working and analyzing data using Excel, Macros, SQL
• Exposure to CAPEX planning and IT cost tracking in a banking or financial services environment

• Seniority levelNot Applicable

• Employment typeContract

• Job functionConsulting, Information Technology, and Sales
• IndustriesIT Services and IT Consulting

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INSPIRE | EXHILARATE | DELIGHT
For over six decades, Chalhoub Group has been a partner and creator of luxury experiences in the Middle East. The Group, in its endeavour to excel as a hybrid retailer, has reinforced its distribution and marketing services with a portfolio of eight owned brands and over 300 international brands in the luxury, beauty, fashion, and art de vivre categories. More recently, the Group expanded its expertise into new categories of luxury watches, jewellery, and eyewear.

INSPIRE | EXHILARATE | DELIGHT
For over six decades, Chalhoub Group has been a partner and creator of luxury experiences in the Middle East. The Group, in its endeavour to excel as a hybrid retailer, has reinforced its distribution and marketing services with a portfolio of eight owned brands and over 300 international brands in the luxury, beauty, fashion, and art de vivre categories. More recently, the Group expanded its expertise into new categories of luxury watches, jewellery, and eyewear.
Every step at Chalhoub Group is taken with the customer at heart. Be it constantly reinventing itself or focusing on innovation to provide luxury experiences at over 750+ experiential retail stores, online and through mobile apps, each touch point leads to delighting the customer.
Today, Chalhoub Group stands for 14,000 skilled and talented professionals across seven countries, whose cohesive efforts have resulted in the Group being ranked third in the Middle East and first in Saudi Arabia as a Great Place to Work.
To keep the innovation journey going, the Group has set up “The Greenhouse”, which is not just an innovation hub, but also an incubator space and accelerator for start-ups and small businesses in the region and internationally. This is just one of the several initiatives taken by the Group to reinvent itself, catalysed by forward thinking and future-proofing. The Group has also been embedding sustainability at the core of its business strategy with a clear commitment towards people, partners and the planet, and by being a member of the United Nations Global Compact Community and signatory of the Women's Empowerment Principles.
What You’ll Be Doing
We are looking for a highly motivated and proactive trainee to support the Managed Companies Change Management team. This traineeship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in change management initiatives across various projects impacting both frontline and back-office teams.

• Presentation & Visual Design: Develop engaging presentation decks using PowerPoint and Canva to effectively communicate project updates and training materials. Design compelling visuals and infographics to support change initiatives and enhance team engagement.
• Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with the Change Management Lead to create communication plans and tailored content for key stakeholders.
• Workshops & Training Support: Assist in planning and coordinating workshops, training sessions, and meetings.
• Project Documentation & Organization: Maintain and organize project documentation to ensure seamless accessibility and accuracy.
  

• Strong proficiency in visual design tools (PowerPoint, Canva) with an eye for detail and creativity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive and eager to learn, with a growth mindset.
• Collaborative and a team player, with a positive attitude.
  

• Seniority levelEntry level

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionConsulting, Information Technology, and Sales
• IndustriesRetail Luxury Goods and Jewelry

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This is a senior-level position responsible for leading and executing change management and communication strategies for the launch of new initiatives.

The role will ensure a seamless transition for internal and external stakeholders, focusing on user adoption, engagement, and business readiness.

A comprehensive change management strategy will be developed to engage stakeholders, track progress, and measure effectiveness. A sustainable internal communications framework will also be established to support alignment across business functions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and implementing change management strategies
• Developing and executing a guest experience communication strategy
• Ensuring stakeholders are engaged and informed through structured change and communication planning
• Establishing a centralized communications calendar to streamline messaging
• Managing stakeholder engagement plans and feedback loops

Required skills and qualifications include:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in change management, communications, or related roles
• Proven track record of managing large-scale change initiatives and product launches
• Strong stakeholder engagement, project management, and communication skills
• Experience building and sustaining cross-functional communications programs

Deliverables include:

• Comprehensive change and communications strategy
• Change impact assessments and stakeholder engagement plans
• Internal and external communication toolkits
• Communications alignment and BAU process documentation

The Global Markets Business Finance team comprises Business Unit Control, Valuation Control, Central MI and Change Management teams. The team supports the Global Markets and Group Treasury businesses locally and internationally. The unit falls under the Group Finance department and reports to the CFO, CIB Finance & International.

Key Priorities Of This Role Include

1. Drives strategic initiatives with an innovative mindset focused on maximizing growth and eliminating inefficiencies.
2. Pioneers digital transformation initiatives targeted at implementing controls and increasing operational efficiencies by re-engineering, automating and optimizing processes, whilst adopting an agile delivery mindset.
3. Leads migration and integration endeavours, with specialisation in GM and Finance.
4. Key Stakeholder to all Global Markets rollouts: rollouts of physical trading floors across FAB locations globally as well as the roll out of financial products, processes, systems, and controls.
5. Leads a techno-functional advisory team which acts as liaison between various business groups across FAB’s Head Office and international locations – advising on Global Markets / Finance best practices, audit point resolutions, identifies and executes optimization opportunities, international rollouts, automation initiatives, and products, processes, and controls rollouts.
6. Develops the team members through training, mentoring and coaching.

Minimum Qualification

1. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Accounting / Finance.

Minimum Experience

1. Extensive track record of successfully delivering techno-functional bank-wide projects, with proven leadership and managerial experience within a top tier institution.
2. Strong business acumen and technical expertise (systems, infrastructure, etc.).
3. Strong stakeholder management (across GM Finance and IT).
4. Strong verbal and written presentation and senior stakeholder management skills.
5. Highly developed numerical, analytical, presentation & interpersonal skills with expertise to represent the team on strategic initiatives.
6. Product management.
7. Strong verbal and written presentation and senior stakeholder management skills.

Minimum 10-12 years’ experience in a similar role in a reputable international/global bank.