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At AlixPartners, we solve the most complex and critical challenges by moving quickly from analysis to action when it really matters; creating value that has a lasting impact on companies, their people, and the communities they serve. By understanding, respecting, and honoring the needs of our employees, clients, and communities, AlixPartners actively promotes an inclusive environment. We strongly believe in the value that diversity brings to our experiences and are committed to the perpetual enhancements of initiatives, policies, and practices. We hold ourselves accountable by providing the space for authenticity, growth, and equity for everyone.

AlixPartners has embraced a hybrid work model to provide flexibility and support our employees' work-life integration. Our hybrid model combines a mix of in-person (at client site or AlixPartners office) and remote working. Travel is part of this position, but the frequency may vary based on client, team, and individual circumstances.

What you'll do

Are you ready to build a future that exceeds your expectations? At AlixPartners, a leading global consulting firm, we help CEOs, boards, and owners tackle their most complex, high-value challenges—often those making front-page news and shaping Board Room agendas.

Our Energy & Process Industries (EPI) practice works with healthy, underperforming, and distressed companies across the refining, petrochemicals, and broader downstream value chain. We are seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial Director to lead and expand our Refining & Chemicals platform. This role requires a proven leader who can drive transformational client delivery, spearhead business development, and manage multiple high-stakes engagements simultaneously.

You will collaborate with C-level executives at national, integrated, and independent energy and chemicals companies, as well as institutional investors and portfolio firms. Drawing on your deep industry expertise, you'll deliver measurable results across strategy, operations, capital, and performance.

As part of our collaborative, fast-paced team, you will work on urgent, high-impact situations—helping clients unlock value while pursuing your own professional development and growth aspirations.

• Lead end-to-end client delivery across strategy, operational improvement, cost transformation, and commercial performance in refining and petrochemicals
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior executives and boards—especially in situations of urgency, complexity, or underperformance
• Oversee and coordinate multiple concurrent client engagements, ensuring excellence in delivery and outcomes across teams
• Drive business development efforts with both existing and new clients—developing relationships, shaping opportunities, and converting high-value mandates
• Build and develop the practice, including talent development, capability building, and cross-functional collaboration across AlixPartners globally
• Collaborate closely with peers in turnaround, restructuring, due diligence, and value creation to bring multi-disciplinary solutions to clients and investors
  
  

• A minimum of 15 years of experience with a blend of strategic consulting and industry leadership in refining, petrochemicals, or downstream
• Experience may include time with:
• A top-tier strategy firm at Senior Manager or Principal level
• A global energy or chemicals operator in VP or senior functional/strategy roles
• An institutional investor or PE-backed portfolio company with a focus on value creation
• Demonstrated ability to lead both delivery and business development across complex client portfolios
• Deep understanding of global energy markets, value chains, and regional dynamics, with experience in the Middle East a strong plus
• Prior involvement in M&A, commercial diligence, or post-deal transformation is advantageous
• A track record of high-impact problem solving, boardroom presence, and driving results under pressure
• Strong academic credentials from a top university; advanced degree (MBA, MS)
• Advanced written communication skills experienced with preparing client ready documents as well as structuring and developing presentation materials
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, database applications and other related tools
• Fluency in English is critical; Arabic knowledge would be advantageous
• High energy style, flexible and adaptive, with the ability to work well in a very fast paced environment
• Willingness to travel extensively
• You will hold valid residency for UAE and Saudi or be able to obtain such (administrative support will be provided by AlixPartners to obtain permits); in principle, ability to obtain work permit to travel and work across EU
• Willingness to work outside of normal business hours, and in particular as unique projects/needs arise
• Must become familiar with, and promote and abide by, our Core Values as defined by the AlixPartners' Code of Conduct and foster an inclusive environment with people at all levels of an organization
  
  

• Seniority level Director

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Health Care Provider
• Industries Business Consulting and Services

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We are seeking a highly skilled Performance Improvement Analyst to join our team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing business performance and identifying areas for improvement.

You will work closely with stakeholders to develop and implement strategies that drive business growth and efficiency.

• Business Performance Management: Proven experience in developing and implementing KPIs, scorecards, and other business metrics.
• Risk Management: Strong understanding of operational risk management principles and practices.
• Business Management Systems: Experience with ISOs and other business management systems.
• Communication: Excellent writing and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic team and contribute to the success of our organization.

You will have the opportunity to work on challenging projects and develop your skills and expertise.

We are a global organization with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality solutions to our clients.

We value innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, and we are committed to making a positive impact in the communities we serve.

About This Opportunity

Your primary function will be to implement and enhance operational efficiency by developing and implementing performance management strategies, processes, and systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop strategic plans for performance improvement through policy development and process implementation.
• Train and mentor managers on the application of performance management principles and best practices.
• Collaborate with department heads to establish performance metrics and monitor staff productivity at various levels.
• Prepare and analyze regular performance reports to provide actionable insights to senior management.
• Design and implement employee development programs to support career advancement.
• Foster collaboration between departments to develop reward and recognition strategies linked to individual and team performance.
• Maintain and optimize existing performance management software solutions.

About Us

We are a leading organization in the energy sector, operating over 175 service stations, providing aviation refueling services, manufacturing and marketing lubricants globally, and employing over 5,000 professionals.

The Ghassan Aboud Group is seeking a skilled Business Analyst to join its Automotive Dealership division in Dubai. The successful candidate will analyze and improve the performance of the sales operations by providing data-driven insights, forecasting trends, and supporting decision-making to maximize revenue, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

• Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly sales performance against targets (new and used vehicles).
• Identify sales trends across models, branches, and customer segments.
• Track conversion rates, enquiry sources, and lead aging to optimize the sales funnel.

• Prepare sales forecasts and demand planning based on historical trends and market intelligence.
• Conduct competitor benchmarking and market analysis to support pricing and promotional strategies.
• Analyze CRM data for lead response times, follow-up quality, and pipeline movement.
• Recommend improvements to lead management processes and digital campaign effectiveness.

• Evaluate stock levels by model, color, and location to optimize inventory turnover.
• Support the allocation and transfer strategy between branches based on demand.

• Map and assess the end-to-end vehicle sales process to identify bottlenecks or inefficiencies.
• Work with the sales team to streamline documentation, approvals, and customer touchpoints.
• Develop and maintain dynamic dashboards for Sales Managers and leadership.
• Provide daily, weekly, and monthly performance reports with actionable insights.

• Analyze repeat purchase behavior, trade-in trends, and customer segmentation.
• Support loyalty programs and retention initiatives with behavioral data.
• Collaborate with Sales, Finance, Marketing, and IT teams to align operational goals with business analytics.
• Support decision-making for new dealership openings, network expansion, and new model introductions.

To enhance sales operations efficiency and customer satisfaction, we seek a skilled Business Analyst to provide data-driven insights.

• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Analyse sales performance against targets (new and used vehicles).
• Monitor conversion rates, enquiry sources, and lead aging to optimize the sales funnel.

• Forecasting & Market Intelligence
• Prepare sales forecasts and demand planning based on historical trends and market intelligence.
• Conduct competitor benchmarking and market analysis to support pricing and promotional strategies.

• Crm Lead Management
• Analyse CRM data for lead response times, follow-up quality, and pipeline movement.
• Recommend improvements to lead management processes and digital campaign effectiveness.

• Sales Process Optimisation
• Map and assess the end-to-end vehicle sales process to identify bottlenecks or inefficiencies.
• Work with the sales team to streamline documentation, approvals, and customer touchpoints.

• Reporting Dashboards
• Develop and maintain dynamic dashboards for Sales Managers and leadership.
• Provide daily, weekly, and monthly performance reports with actionable insights.

• Customer Behaviour Retention
• Analyse repeat purchase behaviour, trade-in trends, and customer segmentation.
• Support loyalty programmes and retention initiatives with behavioural data.

• Collaboration Support
• Collaborate with Sales, Finance, Marketing, and IT teams to align operational goals with business analytics.
• Support decision-making for new dealership openings, network expansion, and new model introductions.

This role is designed to deliver engaging and impactful training programs that support employees' growth and competency development.

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to identify training needs and deliver high-quality programs to enhance employee performance and engagement. Travel across the region to deliver training sessions.
• Conduct new hire orientation sessions and organize onboarding training.
• Design and develop training modules tailored to the organization's competency framework and business needs.
• Adapt learning materials to cater to different learning styles and levels of expertise.
• Develop engaging instructional materials, handouts, and multimedia learning resources.
• Facilitate in-person and virtual training sessions across multiple locations.
• Implement assessment tools to measure the effectiveness of training programs.
• Provide post-training follow-up, coaching, and reinforcement strategies to ensure knowledge retention.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field and/or equivalent experience.
• 1-3 years of experience in Learning & Development, preferably in Leisure, Entertainment, or Hospitality.
• Familiarity with instructional design, e-learning tools, and content development.
• Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively.
• Fluency in Arabic and English is mandatory.
• Willingness to travel across the region to deliver training sessions.

What We Offer:

• A dynamic work environment where everyone shares positive vibes and excited about our future.
• Opportunity to work with over 45,000 diverse and talented colleagues, all guided by our Leadership Model.

Seniority Level: Entry level
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Function: Human Resources | Retail

We are seeking a highly analytical professional to join our team as a Business Efficiency Expert.

This role involves conducting in-depth analysis of business processes and systems to identify areas for improvement, with the goal of optimizing efficiency and driving organizational effectiveness.

• Analyze current business processes and policies to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Conduct research , collect and interpret data, and prepare reports to support strategic decision-making.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize efficiency, reduce costs, and improve organizational structure.
• Work closely with department heads to ensure seamless implementation of process enhancements.
• Develop models , forecasts, and performance metrics to evaluate project impact.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Economics, or a related field.
• 25 years of experience in business analysis, consulting, or operations management.
• Strong analytical , problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data analysis tools (e.g., Tableau, SQL).
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects.

• Master's degree (MBA or related field).
• Experience with project management tools and methodologies.
• Familiarity with financial analysis, budgeting, and strategic planning.
• Consulting background or experience working across multiple business functions.

Are you interested in a future that exceeds your expectations?

AlixPartners, a leading global consulting firm, is looking for a Senior Vice President to join our Dubai-based Performance & Technology team, with a specific focus on the Energy & Process Industries (EPI) sector. Our advisory organization is distinctive you ll have the opportunity to work on situations that are literally on the front page of the Wall Street Journal , as well as at the top of Board Room agendas. We work for owners, boards, and CEOs who engage AlixPartners to solve their most complex, highest-value challenges.

As an SVP, you ll project manage high-impact transformation, performance improvement, and turnaround projects across the GCC and wider MENA region, supporting clients in sectors like upstream oil & gas, mining, and petrochemicals. Our practice supports healthy, under-performing, and distressed companies in a variety of urgent, high-stakes situations.

You ll apply your expertise to analyse corporate performance, build business models, drive cost reductions, enhance revenue, and improve profitability. As part of our collaborative team, you will have the opportunity to achieve extraordinary results in a fast-paced environment with continuous opportunities for personal and professional growth.

This description is not designed to encompass a comprehensive listing of required activities, duties, or responsibilities.

What you ll need

• 8 10 years of experience, with strong consulting credentials and relevant experience in one or more of the sub-sectors within the EPI industry (oil & gas, power & utilities, chemicals and petrochemicals, heavy industrials, or mining)
• To succeed in this role, you ll need deep operational or consulting experience in capital-intensive industries ideally within the GCC along with a proven track record of driving measurable impact and operational change in complex, often cross-border environments
• Specific experience in business-critical areas such as cost optimization, working capital management, operations improvement, M&A, and profitable top-line growth
• A track record of delivering high-quality, hands-on work across multiple work streams, with the ability to take full ownership of key areas
• A Master s degree or MBA with strong academic credentials; degrees in Business, Finance, or Engineering (or foreign equivalent) preferred
• Outstanding analytical and critical thinking abilities
• Exceptional written communication skills, including experience preparing client-ready deliverables and presentation materials
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with experience engaging directly with senior executives and key stakeholders
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and related tools
• Fluency in English is essential; Arabic language skills are a plus
• Strong relationship management capabilities and a collaborative, team-oriented attitude
• High energy, adaptable, and able to thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
• Willingness to travel extensively
• You will have a valid residence visa for UAE or be able to obtain such (administrative support will be provided by AlixPartners to obtain a visa); in principle, ability to obtain work permit to travel and work across EU.
• Willingness to work outside of normal business hours, and in particular as unique projects/needs arise.
• Ability to work full time in an office and remote environment
• Must become familiar with, and promte and abide by, our Core Values as defined by the AlixPartners Code of

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We enhance organizational performance by creating risk-enabled environments, assisting clients in identifying and managing key risks to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of risk management.

As a risk professional, you will address client issues and transformations related to Enterprise Risk Management, Internal Audit Program Risk Management, process and controls design and effectiveness, and Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) implementations.

We support career-long training and coaching to develop your skills to lead client transformations and deliver solutions.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Manage multiple client engagement teams at an executive level within the practice and the firm.
2. Collaborate with clients and colleagues to deliver solutions and contribute to growing the business and developing people.
3. Develop long-term relationships and networks with clients and internal stakeholders.
4. Stay up-to-date on current business and industry trends relevant to clients' businesses.
5. Demonstrate deep technical capabilities and professional knowledge.

Essential Skills:

• Strong analytical, interpersonal, communication, writing, and presentation skills.
• Leadership, teamwork, and client service skills.
• Demonstrates integrity, values, principles, and work ethic.

We offer a supportive work environment that fosters growth and development, as well as opportunities for career advancement and professional recognition.

This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the field of risk management and to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional results.