16 Executive Leadership jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Job Description:

The Executive Leadership Development Director will oversee the design, delivery, and implementation of a range of leadership development programs. These programs will be tailored to meet the training and learning needs of the organization.

Main Responsibilities:

• Develop high-performing leaders by enhancing managerial and leadership skills through customized leadership development curriculums.
• Provide a personalized leadership development journey for each leader, elevating them in their current and future roles.

Key Functional Roles and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with commercial stakeholders, trainers, and HR Business Partners to identify training needs and create long-term solutions.
• Partner with external training providers to deliver best-in-class learning experiences.
• Design and deliver ad-hoc learning initiatives as requested by business leaders.
• Implement effective methods to optimize the learning roadmap, budget, and resource allocation.
• Ensure all floor managers have an Individual Development Plan (IDP), regularly updated.
• Create dashboards and templates to track the leadership development journey, learning impacts, and training ROI.
• Deliver exceptional stakeholder experience by being a trusted learning business partner.
• Support the Head of Talent L&D and Employee Experience to build a customer-driven organization aligned with business strategies.
• Ensure proper rollout of the Employee Value Proposition (EVP) in all learning and training initiatives.
• Support the annual talent identification and review cycle, including talent calibration, succession planning, high-potential employee identification, flight risks assessment, mobility, and completion of employee Talent Profiles.
• Work closely with Leadership Teams and HR Business Partners to build career paths for retail roles and create development plans to fast-track talent.
• Facilitate internal/external leadership assessments to understand skill gaps.
• Update the Talent Management toolkit as needed, create talent profiles, and facilitate capability-building sessions for HR Business Partners and Line Managers.
• Create talent profiles and ensure all high potentials have IDPs.
• Share insights from talent calibration and employee performance review cycles.

Requirements:

Education/Certification and Continued Education:

• A graduate or postgraduate degree in any relevant field.
• Professional certification (CIPD or SHRM) would be an advantage.

Years of Experience:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in Learning and Development, Talent Development, Talent Management, or related experience in building, delivering, and measuring high-impact learning experiences to a diverse audience.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Demonstrable basic commercial and business acumen with excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Good influencing, interpersonal, and coaching skills.
• Good change management and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong project management, planning, and execution skills.
• Knowledge of adult learning practices, facilitation, and training techniques.
• The ability to organize, prioritize, and own multiple tasks while meeting and/or exceeding deadlines.
• Demonstrated success in designing, delivering, and measuring high-impact learning experiences for the leadership population.
• Strong personal leadership, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
• Technical experience in adult learning theories and/or instructional design and leadership development.
• Proven ability to motivate, train, and coach employees, assign priorities to workload, and advocate for team needs.
• Experience using data to identify insights and problem-solve.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Teams, Zoom, and project management applications.
• Mastery of e-learning design and delivery, and use of digital learning technologies.
• Proficiency in English; Arabic would be an advantage.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organized and timely decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage diversity and executive presence.

Additional Requirements:

• Self-motivated, proactive, and self-driven individual.
• Able to work under pressure and deliver against deadlines.
• Resilient, agile, and adaptable resource.
• Reliable team player who contributes knowledge and experience to a team environment.

This is a government organisation exploring a broad range of new strategic initiatives for Abu Dhabi to create a lasting impact.

Job Description

• Contribute to the design and execution of high-impact, cross-sector initiatives within Abu Dhabi's government ecosystem
• Lead in-depth research and stakeholder engagement to develop clear, actionable strategies
• Collaborate with in-house design teams to prototype and test innovative concepts
• Produce thought leadership that shapes strategic direction and drives future-oriented thinking
• Work across multidisciplinary teams to deliver human-centred, context-specific solutions
• Promote a culture of wellbeing, agility, and continuous improvement within the team

• 6-10 years of experience in strategy consulting, think tanks, innovation hubs, or senior government advisory roles
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Demonstrated ability to deliver innovative, high-impact outcomes
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving results in fast-paced, high-stakes environments
• Hands-on, adaptable, and motivated by purpose-driven work

Company Industry

• Recruitment
• Placement Firm
• Executive Search

Department / Functional Area

• Corporate Planning
• Consulting
• M&A

Keywords

• Strategy Consultant To Executive Leadership

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This is a government organisation exploring a broad range of new strategic initiatives for Abu Dhabi to create a lasting impact.

• Contribute to the design and execution of high-impact, cross-sector initiatives within Abu Dhabi's government ecosystem
• Lead in-depth research and stakeholder engagement to develop clear, actionable strategies
• Collaborate with in-house design teams to prototype and test innovative concepts
• Produce thought leadership that shapes strategic direction and drives future-oriented thinking
• Work across multidisciplinary teams to deliver human-centred, context-specific solutions
• Promote a culture of wellbeing, agility, and continuous improvement within the team

• 6-10 years of experience in strategy consulting, think tanks, innovation hubs, or senior government advisory roles
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Demonstrated ability to deliver innovative, high-impact outcomes
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving results in fast-paced, high-stakes environments
• Hands-on, adaptable, and motivated by purpose-driven work

This is a government organisation exploring a broad range of new strategic initiatives for Abu Dhabi to create a lasting impact.

• Contribute to the design and execution of high-impact, cross-sector initiatives within Abu Dhabi's government ecosystem
• Lead in-depth research and stakeholder engagement to develop clear, actionable strategies
• Collaborate with in-house design teams to prototype and test innovative concepts
• Produce thought leadership that shapes strategic direction and drives future-oriented thinking
• Work across multidisciplinary teams to deliver human-centred, context-specific solutions
• Promote a culture of wellbeing, agility, and continuous improvement within the team

• 6-10 years of experience in strategy consulting, think tanks, innovation hubs, or senior government advisory roles
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Demonstrated ability to deliver innovative, high-impact outcomes
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving results in fast-paced, high-stakes environments
• Hands-on, adaptable, and motivated by purpose-driven work

This is a government organisation exploring a broad range of new strategic initiatives for Abu Dhabi to create a lasting impact.

• Contribute to the design and execution of high-impact, cross-sector initiatives within Abu Dhabi's government ecosystem
• Lead in-depth research and stakeholder engagement to develop clear, actionable strategies
• Collaborate with in-house design teams to prototype and test innovative concepts
• Produce thought leadership that shapes strategic direction and drives future-oriented thinking
• Work across multidisciplinary teams to deliver human-centred, context-specific solutions
• Promote a culture of wellbeing, agility, and continuous improvement within the team

• 6-10 years of experience in strategy consulting, think tanks, innovation hubs, or senior government advisory roles
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Demonstrated ability to deliver innovative, high-impact outcomes
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving results in fast-paced, high-stakes environments
• Hands-on, adaptable, and motivated by purpose-driven work

Skills

We are seeking a seasoned executive leader to join our team as Director of Strategic Leadership. This key role supports the executive team and collaborates with subsidiary companies, fostering alignment, optimizing operational efficiency, and ensuring initiatives align with group-wide priorities.

1. Strategic Partner: Collaborate with the executive team to develop and implement impactful strategies across all subsidiaries.
2. Project Leadership: Drive and align cross-functional projects with group objectives, ensuring seamless collaboration and synergy.
3. Dispute Resolution: Act as a mediator, facilitating effective dispute resolution to maintain cohesion across entities.
4. Operational Efficiency: Streamline processes and enhance productivity at every level.
5. Cultural Champion: Represent company values and promote a unified culture across the group.

1. Executive Experience: 10+ years in executive roles, including 5+ years at the group or multi-entity level, supporting C-level executives in complex, multi-subsidiary organizations.
2. Operations & Project Management: Proven track record in executive operations, project management, and leading cross-functional initiatives to optimize performance.
3. Conflict Resolution & Communication: Skilled in conflict resolution with exceptional verbal and written communication skills for engaging senior leaders and maintaining alignment.
4. Strategic Leadership: Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategies that align with group-wide objectives.
5. Communication & Mediation: Expertise in conflict resolution and mediation to ensure harmony across diverse teams.
6. Advanced Project Management: Proficient in managing large-scale projects across multiple teams and entities.
7. Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical skills to assess and improve operational efficiency and productivity.
8. Degree Requirements: Master's degree (MBA or equivalent) is preferred, or a related field.
9. Certifications: Relevant certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Conflict Manager are a plus.
10. Cultural Fit: Commitment to upholding company values and fostering a cohesive organizational culture.
11. Adaptability: Able to thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments with shifting priorities.
12. High Emotional Intelligence: Skilled in building strong relationships and managing executive-level dynamics.

Director

Full-time

Management

IT Services and IT Consulting

As a strategic leader, you will be responsible for providing key support to our organization by taking on a specific role in agreed-upon projects. This involves developing and implementing strategic initiatives that align with our overall business goals.

The successful candidate will have excellent analytical skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. They should be able to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously while prioritizing their work.

Key qualifications include:

• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field (a master's degree is an advantage)
• At least 12 years of experience in the consulting industry, with at least 5 years in equivalent roles
• International exposure is highly valued
• Experience in industries such as energy, oil & gas, or dredging is an asset

The ideal candidate will have strong communication and organizational skills, as well as the ability to work independently and as part of a team. They should also be proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and have experience with complex financial spreadsheets.

We are seeking a critical thinker who can analyze complex issues, identify opportunities, and develop effective solutions. The ability to work with executive management and drive results-oriented projects is essential.

This is a unique opportunity to join our organization and contribute to its growth and success. If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.