7 Economics jobs in the United Arab Emirates

• To keep track of all TRA reporting requirements, including financial, subscriber, operational as well as technical reporting.
• To regularly engage with all internal stakeholders to ensure that they are fully abreast of all regulatory reporting requirements.
• To liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure that reports are developed in line with TRA requirements and provided on time.
• To review reports and clarify any unusual trends prior to providing reports to the TRA
• To coordinate responses to any clarification or additional information requested by the TRA.
• To continuously work on improving internal reporting process
• To support the Regulatory Economics team in the TRA on tariff filing and approvals
• To coordinate responses to the TRA on reporting related aspects of policy consultations

Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree or equivalent in Business Management, Finance or Economics

Experience:

• Experience with regulatory policy and compliance.
• Good understanding of Telecom Principles.

Skills

• Mastery of oral and formal written English communication is mandatory, as is comprehension of policies and procedures.
• Arabic language skills is a plus.
• Project management
• Time management
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Teamwork and Co-operation
• Communication – able to work with and influence external parties and cross functional teams without formal authority

Job Info

• Job Identification 12003
• Job Category Regulatory & Shared Services

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Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth.
This position supports the Ankura Disputes & Economics practice which is one of six practices focused on client delivery services across the Firm.
Our Disputes & Economics practice focuses on assisting clients with financial, accounting, and economic issues associated with complex litigation and International Arbitration. Dispute resolution engagements involve preparing expert reports and providing oral testimony in court and arbitrations on forensic accounting, damages, and valuation matters.
Why Join Ankura
+ We can support and develop individuals who aspire to be experts.
+ Vast opportunities for career development, with a formal development process, training programmes and an internal e-learning training platform, Ankura Academy.
+ Work within a team of world-recognised leading experts in an established leading global consultancy.
+ Work in a collaborative environment with the freedom to innovate, which promotes curiosity, learning and communication.
Our professionals are trusted advisors who work collaboratively and in a very measured and expedient way to maximise value for our clients. We are experts known for leading challenging processes and bringing together disparate stakeholder groups.
Responsibilities:
+ Support all aspects of dispute resolution and forensic accounting engagements, primarily damages assessments, valuations, and financial investigations.
+ Research and analysis of both dispute-specific and third-party information, including financial statements.
+ Preparing and reviewing detailed financial models in Microsoft Excel, including preparing DCF models.
+ Drafting written reports and other deliverables.
+ Managing client expectations and job administration.
+ Developing an external network of clients and business contacts and identifying business development opportunities.
Requirements:
+ Be either a qualified chartered accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with first-time passes or a CFA charter holder.
+ Graduate level qualification obtained from a leading university (minimum 2.1 degree).
+ Preferably have forensic accountancy or dispute resolution experience. However, candidates with valuation services, audit or economics consulting backgrounds will be considered.
+ Strong analytical and financial modelling skills with a flexible approach to problem solving.
+ Demonstrate strong report writing and oral communication skills.
+ Able to support multiple projects and deadlines.
+ Experience gained from working in practice.
+ Financial and cash flow modelling.
+ Interpretation and critical analysis of financial statements.
+ Due to the nature of our client work, it is essential that you are fluent in English. Arabic language skills are also desirable but not required.
Ankura is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters, if you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, submit an online application, or participate in an interview/assessment, please email or call toll-free . This email and phone number are created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues unrelated to a disability, will not receive a response.
Ankura Consulting Group, LLC is an independent global expert services and advisory firm that delivers services and end-to-end solutions to help clients at critical inflection points related to conflict, crisis, performance, risk, strategy, and transformation. The Ankura team consists of more than 2000 professionals serving 3,000+ clients across 55 countries who are leaders in their respective fields and areas of expertise. Collaborative Lateral Thinking That Deliversᵀᴹ, hard-earned experience, expertise, and multidisciplinary capabilities drive results and Ankura is unrivalled in its ability to assist clients to Protect, Create, and Recover Valueᵀᴹ. For more information, please visit, ankura.com.

Responsibilities:

• Organize classroom lectures and coursework
• Prepare materials and activities
• Assign homework and interesting exercises
• Determine exam and assignment grades
• Provide feedback based on workload and classroom behavior
• Keep a record of students’ attendance and grades
• Manage classroom crises and resolve conflict
• Inform parents about their children’s performance
• Collaborate with teaching staff and administrators to foster a good student experience
• Previous experience as an Business teacher
• Knowledge of various teaching methods
• Deep understanding of theBusiness, Economics subjects requirements
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills

Specific qualifications required for this role:

• Teaching Credential/License

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Overview

Prime Focus Educational Services is seeking enthusiastic and qualified Business and Economics teachers for part-time teaching roles. As a part of our dynamic team, you'll deliver engaging, tailored lessons to students in-person (at their location) across various grades and curricula in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics, or Education (Education qualification is an advantage)
• At least 2 years of teaching experience
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Valid UAE visa holder
• Ability to teach students in-person at their home/office or online, depending on preference
• UAE Driver’s License is a plus
• Ability to inspire, motivate, and drive student success

Job Type: Part-time

Locations: Dubai and Abu Dhabi

Languages: Proficiency in English (both written and oral) is essential. Fluency in other languages is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver personalized lessons that cater to individual student learning styles
• Prepare and execute high-quality, engaging lessons to help students succeed
• Teach students either in their homes or online, based on their preferences
• Maintain open communication with parents, providing regular progress updates
• Evaluate student progress and set goals for improvement
• Adapt teaching methods to support students with additional language needs
• Foster a safe, positive, and respectful learning environment

We look forward to having a passionate teacher join our team to help our students achieve academic success!

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Role Overview

We are seeking a highly analytical and strategic FP&A Manager to support financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and decision-making for a real estate development company. The role requires strong financial modeling skills, a deep understanding of real estate finance, and the ability to provide actionable insights to senior management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes for real estate projects and overall company operations.
• Prepare financial models, scenario analysis, and profitability forecasts for new and ongoing development projects.
• Analyze financial performance, track KPIs, and provide variance analysis to support strategic decisions.
• Collaborate with project managers, accounting, and operations teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Develop dashboards and reports to provide actionable insights to senior management and stakeholders.
• Support investment analysis, feasibility studies, and capital allocation decisions for new development projects.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, corporate policies, and internal controls.
• Assist in presentations to investors, lenders, and executive leadership.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred).
• 5–8 years of experience in FP&A, preferably in real estate development, construction, or property investment.
• Strong financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, ERP systems, and financial reporting tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Yardi).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Key Skills

• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
• Real Estate Project Finance
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Financial Modeling & Valuation
• KPI Tracking & Reporting
• Investment & Feasibility Analysis
• ERP & Reporting Tools

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Overview

Kearney, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst — Full-time in Dubai, Middle East & Africa region.

Job Description

Kearney, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst

As the FP&A Analyst in our Dubai office, you will support the financial planning and analysis function with a focus predominantly on the Middle East region. This role is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and providing strategic insights to drive business decisions. The FP&A Analyst will collaborate with various departments to gather and analyze financial data, identify trends, and support decision-making processes. A proactive mindset, strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly are essential. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker who can contribute to the company's growth and profitability through meticulous financial planning and analysis.

Reporting directly to the Senior Financial Planning & Analytics Manager and functionally to the Regional CFO and ME Financial Controller. The role also works closely with Finance teams in Dubai, South Africa, Turkey, London, and Chicago, as well as other local functions such as HR, Staffing, Office Management, and Legal. The ME finance team consists of 11 members.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain complex financial models to support various business scenarios and strategic initiatives.
• Conduct detailed variance analysis to compare actual results to budget and forecast, identifying key drivers and providing actionable insights.
• Monitor and analyze cost structures, identifying areas for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to develop accurate revenue forecasts and track performance against targets.
• Evaluate capital expenditure proposals, perform ROI analysis, and track project performance.
• Perform scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to assess the financial impact of different business decisions and external factors.
• Conduct benchmarking studies to compare company performance against industry peers and best practices.
• Create and maintain dashboards and visualizations to communicate financial performance and key metrics to stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies, assisting with audits and regulatory reporting as needed.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the FP&A function.
• Act as a strategic partner to business units, providing financial insights and recommendations to support operational and strategic decisions.
• Identify and assess financial risks, developing strategies to mitigate potential impacts on the business.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve business performance.
• Assist in the preparation and management of the annual budget, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
• Support ad-hoc financial analysis and special projects as needed, providing timely and accurate information to stakeholders.

Who you are

After nearly 100 years, we know this business is fundamentally about making connections—between facts, figures, insights, strategies, tools, technologies and above all, people. That’s why we look for proactive, positive, and flexible individuals who are always unapologetically their unique selves.

We want to hear from you if you:

• Have a university degree or equivalent and are studying for, or completed an internationally recognized Certified/Chartered accountant qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA
• Have a minimum 5 years in a similar role. Professional service industry experience is desirable
• Have a strong knowledge of financial planning and analysis in a related role
• Possess strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modelling
• Have experience with financial software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is a plus
• Have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Arabic is desirable
• Are commercially minded and are willing to be hands on
• Have strong organization skills, attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Are a self-driven, highly motivated team player who understands the implications of collaborating in a truly global environment

What we can offer you

Every day, our people work to be the difference for our clients, our communities, and our colleagues. They are sustained by a competitive remuneration package plus comprehensive benefits and perks, including but not limited to:

• Generous retirement/pension savings contributions
• Comprehensive medical insurance for employees and their families
• Structured and on-the-job learning and development opportunities
• Personalized opportunities to help you chart a unique career journey to pursue your own personal and professional goals

Apply now. Submit your cover letter, CV (.doc or .pdf format only) via our website.

Equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination Kearney prides itself on providing a culture where our employees belong and thrive equally, which means our people feel comfort, confidence, and joy as they do great things for our firm, our colleagues, and our clients. Kearney is an equal opportunity employer; we recruit, hire, train, promote, develop, and provide other conditions of employment without regard to a person’s gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race or ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other differences consistent with applicable laws. This includes providing reasonable accommodation for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. We encourage everyone to apply, including those who may not feel historically represented in consulting.

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