8 Healthcare Consulting jobs in the United Arab Emirates

SummaryOur Healthcare Strategy team offers strategic advice to a broad range of stakeholders - healthcare operators, pharmaceuticals and life sciences organizations, leading private equity houses, family offices, major banks, funds, and companies undertaking mergers and acquisitions or investment opportunities.

We deliver deep strategic, commercial and operational insights to help clients think through

investment / divestment decisions about businesses. We advise our clients on critical operational and transformational challenges, and evaluate business plans and company strategies against market performance and competitor strength, to deliver a rigorous appraisal of a business’ commercial and operational outlook. Our main focus is to deliver top strategy-led solutions to our clients.

Responsibilities

As a Director within the DSO - Healthcare Strategy team, your responsibilities will include :

Serve as the engagement lead on major healthcare strategy and deals projects, including M&A support, operator expansion, turnaround strategies, IPO readiness, and market entry

Deliver large, multi-workstream programs involving cross-functional teams and client executives

Bring healthcare market expertise to engagements across pharmaceuticals, hospital systems, public health entities, and investors

Shape client agendas around investment strategy, growth planning, healthcare policy, and transformation mandates

Provide executive-level oversight of project deliverables including analysis, recommendations, implementation roadmaps, and stakeholder engagement plans

Contribute to strategic decision-making across Private Equity-backed transactions, CDDs, target identification, and execution support

Lead and mentor teams of 6–10 consultants, and build internal capabilities through active coaching and development

Take a ground-up business development approach in key geographies (especially Qatar and KSA), building client relationships with healthcare operators, investors, and ministries

Drive proposal and pitch efforts, position PwC as a partner of choice for healthcare transactions and transformations

Represent PwC at regional events and industry forums to build thought leadership and market visibility

Build recurring client relationships and long-term engagements through quality delivery and insight-led consulting

Requirements

10+ years of experience, with substantial time in strategy consulting, investment advisory, or corporate strategy within healthcare

Previous experience in a leadership role at a Tier-1 consulting firm or boutique healthcare consultancy

Strong hands-on background in healthcare M&A, CDDs, target screening, growth strategy, and investment planning for hospital groups, pharma companies, or healthcare investors

Experience with public sector transformation programs, especially national healthcare reforms in KSA, UAE, or Qatar

Familiarity with IPO strategy, operational turnaround of underperforming healthcare assets, and healthcare digitization or innovation strategy is a strong plus

Strong executive presence, relationship-building skills, and experience working with C-suite, Boards, and Ministries of Health

High level of comfort in managing cross-border projects, regional teams, and weekly travel to client sites

Strong financial and strategic acumen with the ability to bridge the gap between vision and execution

Proficiency in English is essential; Arabic is a strong advantage

Education

Degrees / Field of Study required : Degrees / Field of Study preferred :

Certifications

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Acquisition Strategy, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Business Plan Evaluation, Capital IQ, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Competitive Advantage, Competitive Analysis, Corporate Development, Creativity, Customer Due Diligence, Deal Structures, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Financial Due Diligence, Financial Modeling, Financial Risk Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Inclusion, Industry Trend Analysis, Influence {+ 24 more}

At EY youll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with the global scale support inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. EY-Parthenon Strategy is a leading advisory team dedicated to supporting our clients make impactful decisions including growth strategy market entry commercial due diligence and transaction support.

Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself and a better working world for all.

The Opportunity

We are looking for ambitious professionals to join our growing team in MENA at the Manager level. As part of EY Parthenon Strategy you will have the opportunity to deliver projects that make a strong impact on the region and develop your career through a broad scope of engagements focusing on Healthcare & Life Science projects primarily with Governments and Public health entities Hospitals Healthcare providers Private sector institutions and other significant clients in the region.

Your key responsibilities

In this role you will be a key participant in work streams and engagements as you translate client needs into project tasks and deliverables. You will work closely with clients to define the objective and scope of the engagements and deliverables in consultation with the partners. You can expect to spend most of your time working on strategy-related projects which includes government and corporate strategy definition long-term strategy roadmaps growth strategy market entry & expansion strategy go-to-market strategy business-wide transformation projects commercial due diligence and greenfield projects. The EY-Parthenon Strategy team typically works directly with C-Suite executives on their strategic and transaction decisions.

Skills and Attributes

As a strategy Manager you should be able to develop business strategies using tools such as market analysis customer research macroeconomic forecasting and portfolio optimization.Review transaction rationale and/or deal documents to identify critical business issues and risks relating to a proposed transaction. Collect analyze and translate large amounts of qualitative and quantitative data into realistic plans goals and actionable. Motivate and Counsel Junior team members with diverse skills and backgrounds.

To qualify for the role you must have:

• A bachelors degree from a top-ranking school.
• At least 4- 6 years of work experience in big picture corporated strategy-related work within Healthcare and Life Science industry.
• Ability to make detailed assessments of industries products markets competitors and customers to identify risks and opportunities.
• Proficiency in English and Arabic languages including the ability to listen understand read and communicate effectively both written and verbal in a professional environment.
• Strong organizational poblem-solving and time management skills with the ability to perform well in fast-paced environments and meet project timelines.
• Willingness and ability to work remotely and travel within the MENA when necessary (approx. 25-75% of time).

Ideally youll also have:

• MBA or Masters from a top tier business school.
• Prior experience with a particular focus on client advisory or strategic planning with the ability to multitask and work efficiently within a fast-paced environment.

What we look for

We are interested in highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator youll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization.

What we offer
We offer a competitive compensation package where youll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus we offer:

• Continuous learning: Youll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: Well provide the tools and flexibility so you can make a meaningful impact your way.
• Transformative leadership: Well give you the insights coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: Youll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

The exceptional EY experience. Its yours to build.

EY Building a better working world

EY exists to build a better working world helping to create long-term value for clients people and society and build trust in the capital markets.

Enabled by data and technology diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow transform and operate.

Working across assurance consulting law strategy tax and transactions EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

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Manager

At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. EY-Parthenon Strategy is a leading advisory team dedicated to supporting our clients make impactful decisions, including growth strategy, market entry, commercial due diligence, and transaction support.

Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The Opportunity

We are looking for ambitious professionals to join our growing team in MENA at the Manager level. As part of EY Parthenon Strategy, you will have the opportunity to deliver projects that make a strong impact on the region and develop your career through a broad scope of engagements focusing on Healthcare & Life Science projects, primarily with Governments and Public health entities, Hospitals, Healthcare providers, Private sector institutions and other significant clients in the region.

Your key responsibilities

In this role, you will be a key participant in work streams and engagements as you translate client needs into project tasks and deliverables. You will work closely with clients to define the objective and scope of the engagements and deliverables in consultation with the partners. You can expect to spend most of your time working on strategy-related projects which includes government and corporate strategy definition, long-term strategy roadmaps, growth strategy, market entry & expansion strategy, go-to-market strategy, business-wide transformation projects, commercial due diligence, and greenfield projects. The EY-Parthenon Strategy team typically works directly with C-Suite executives on their strategic and transaction decisions.

Skills and Attributes

As a strategy Manager, you should be able to develop business strategies using tools such as market analysis, customer research, macroeconomic forecasting, and portfolio optimization.Review transaction rationale and / or deal documents to identify critical business issues and risks relating to a proposed transaction. Collect, analyze, and translate large amounts of qualitative and quantitative data into realistic plans, goals, and actionable. Motivate and Counsel Junior team members with diverse skills and backgrounds.

To qualify for the role, you must have :

• A bachelor's degree from a top-ranking school.
• At least 4- 6 years of work experience in 'big picture' corporated strategy-related work within Healthcare and Life Science industry.
• Ability to make detailed assessments of industries, products, markets, competitors and customers to identify risks and opportunities.
• Proficiency in English and Arabic languages, including the ability to listen, understand, read and communicate effectively, both written and verbal, in a professional environment.
• Strong organizational, poblem-solving and time management skills, with the ability to perform well in fast-paced environments and meet project timelines.
• Willingness and ability to work remotely and travel within the MENA, when necessary (approx. 25-75% of time).

Ideally, you'll also have :

• MBA or Masters from a top tier business school.
• Prior experience with a particular focus on client advisory or strategic planning with the ability to multitask and work efficiently within a fast-paced environment.

What we look for

We are interested in highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you'll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization.

What we offer We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer :

• Continuous learning : You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you : We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership : We'll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture : You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build.

EY | Building a better working world

Ey Parthenon Strategy Manager Healthcare Uae
• Dubai, AE

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Location: Dubai

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Requisition ID: 1554999

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. EY-Parthenon Strategy is a leading advisory team dedicated to supporting our clients make impactful decisions, including growth strategy, market entry, commercial due diligence, and transaction support.

Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The Opportunity

We are looking for ambitious professionals to join our growing team in MENA at the Manager level. As part of EY Parthenon Strategy, you will have the opportunity to deliver projects that make a strong impact on the region and develop your career through a broad scope of engagements focusing on Healthcare & Life Science projects, primarily with Governments and Public health entities, Hospitals, Healthcare providers, Private sector institutions and other significant clients in the region.

Your key responsibilities

In this role, you will be a key participant in work streams and engagements as you translate client needs into project tasks and deliverables. You will work closely with clients to define the objective and scope of the engagements and deliverables in consultation with the partners. You can expect to spend most of your time working on strategy-related projects which includes government and corporate strategy definition, long-term strategy roadmaps, growth strategy, market entry & expansion strategy, go-to-market strategy, business-wide transformation projects, commercial due diligence, and greenfield projects. The EY-Parthenon Strategy team typically works directly with C-Suite executives on their strategic and transaction decisions.

Skills and Attributes

As a strategy Manager, you should be able to develop business strategies using tools such as market analysis, customer research, macroeconomic forecasting, and portfolio optimization. Review transaction rationale and/or deal documents to identify critical business issues and risks relating to a proposed transaction. Collect, analyze, and translate large amounts of qualitative and quantitative data into realistic plans, goals, and actionable. Motivate and Counsel Junior team members with diverse skills and backgrounds.

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• A bachelor's degree from a top-ranking school.
• At least 4- 6 years of work experience in 'big picture' corporated strategy-related work within Healthcare and Life Science industry.
• Ability to make detailed assessments of industries, products, markets, competitors and customers to identify risks and opportunities.
• Proficiency in English and Arabic languages, including the ability to listen, understand, read and communicate effectively, both written and verbal, in a professional environment.
• Strong organizational, poblem-solving and time management skills, with the ability to perform well in fast-paced environments and meet project timelines.
• Willingness and ability to work remotely and travel within the MENA, when necessary (approx. 25-75% of time).

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• MBA or Masters from a top tier business school.
• Prior experience with a particular focus on client advisory or strategic planning with the ability to multitask and work efficiently within a fast-paced environment.

What we look for

We are interested in highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization.

What we offer We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.

EY | Building a better working world

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.

Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.

Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

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At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. EY-Parthenon Strategy is a leading advisory team dedicated to supporting our clients make impactful decisions, including growth strategy, market entry, commercial due diligence, and transaction support.

Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The Opportunity

We are looking for ambitious professionals to join our growing team in MENA at the Manager level. As part of EY Parthenon Strategy, you will have the opportunity to deliver projects that make a strong impact on the region and develop your career through a broad scope of engagements focusing on Healthcare & Life Science projects, primarily with Governments and Public health entities, Hospitals, Healthcare providers, Private sector institutions and other significant clients in the region.

Your key responsibilities

In this role, you will be a key participant in work streams and engagements as you translate client needs into project tasks and deliverables. You will work closely with clients to define the objective and scope of the engagements and deliverables in consultation with the partners. You can expect to spend most of your time working on strategy-related projects which includes government and corporate strategy definition, long-term strategy roadmaps, growth strategy, market entry & expansion strategy, go-to-market strategy, business-wide transformation projects, commercial due diligence, and greenfield projects. The EY-Parthenon Strategy team typically works directly with C-Suite executives on their strategic and transaction decisions.

Skills and Attributes

As a strategy Manager, you should be able to develop business strategies using tools such as market analysis, customer research, macroeconomic forecasting, and portfolio optimization.Review transaction rationale and / or deal documents to identify critical business issues and risks relating to a proposed transaction. Collect, analyze, and translate large amounts of qualitative and quantitative data into realistic plans, goals, and actionable. Motivate and Counsel Junior team members with diverse skills and backgrounds.

To qualify for the role, you must have :

• A bachelor's degree from a top-ranking school.
• At least 4- 6 years of work experience in 'big picture' corporated strategy-related work within Healthcare and Life Science industry.
• Ability to make detailed assessments of industries, products, markets, competitors and customers to identify risks and opportunities.
• Proficiency in English and Arabic languages, including the ability to listen, understand, read and communicate effectively, both written and verbal, in a professional environment.
• Strong organizational, poblem-solving and time management skills, with the ability to perform well in fast-paced environments and meet project timelines.
• Willingness and ability to work remotely and travel within the MENA, when necessary (approx. 25-75% of time).

Ideally, you’ll also have :

• MBA or Masters from a top tier business school.
• Prior experience with a particular focus on client advisory or strategic planning with the ability to multitask and work efficiently within a fast-paced environment.

What we look for

We are interested in highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization.

What we offer We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer :

• Continuous learning : You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you : We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership : We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture : You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.

EY | Building a better working world

Ey Parthenon Strategy Manager Healthcare Uae • Dubai, AE

Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link

Location: Dubai

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Requisition ID: 1554999

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. EY-Parthenon Strategy is a leading advisory team dedicated to supporting our clients make impactful decisions, including growth strategy, market entry, commercial due diligence, and transaction support.

Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The Opportunity

We are looking for ambitious professionals to join our growing team in MENA at the Manager level. As part of EY Parthenon Strategy, you will have the opportunity to deliver projects that make a strong impact on the region and develop your career through a broad scope of engagements focusing on Healthcare & Life Science projects, primarily with Governments and Public health entities, Hospitals, Healthcare providers, Private sector institutions and other significant clients in the region.

Your key responsibilities

In this role, you will be a key participant in work streams and engagements as you translate client needs into project tasks and deliverables. You will work closely with clients to define the objective and scope of the engagements and deliverables in consultation with the partners. You can expect to spend most of your time working on strategy-related projects which includes government and corporate strategy definition, long-term strategy roadmaps, growth strategy, market entry & expansion strategy, go-to-market strategy, business-wide transformation projects, commercial due diligence, and greenfield projects. The EY-Parthenon Strategy team typically works directly with C-Suite executives on their strategic and transaction decisions.

Skills and Attributes

As a strategy Manager, you should be able to develop business strategies using tools such as market analysis, customer research, macroeconomic forecasting, and portfolio optimization. Review transaction rationale and/or deal documents to identify critical business issues and risks relating to a proposed transaction. Collect, analyze, and translate large amounts of qualitative and quantitative data into realistic plans, goals, and actionable. Motivate and Counsel Junior team members with diverse skills and backgrounds.

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• A bachelor's degree from a top-ranking school.
• At least 4- 6 years of work experience in 'big picture' corporated strategy-related work within Healthcare and Life Science industry.
• Ability to make detailed assessments of industries, products, markets, competitors and customers to identify risks and opportunities.
• Proficiency in English and Arabic languages, including the ability to listen, understand, read and communicate effectively, both written and verbal, in a professional environment.
• Strong organizational, poblem-solving and time management skills, with the ability to perform well in fast-paced environments and meet project timelines.
• Willingness and ability to work remotely and travel within the MENA, when necessary (approx. 25-75% of time).

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• MBA or Masters from a top tier business school.
• Prior experience with a particular focus on client advisory or strategic planning with the ability to multitask and work efficiently within a fast-paced environment.

What we look for

We are interested in highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization.

What we offer We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.

EY | Building a better working world

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.

Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.

Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

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Snr Director Strategy Payer Relations – Healthcare / Insurance

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This is a Senior Leadership strategic role requiring well-developed complex negotiation skills and established relationships with major insurance companies in the region. (must have requirements)

The Director Payer Relations is responsible for leading the strategic management of relationships with insurance companies, government payers, and corporate clients. The role focuses on negotiating contracts, optimizing reimbursement models, and ensuring compliance with payer agreements to maximize revenue and operational efficiency across the group.

Key Responsibilities :

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key insurance providers, government payers, and corporate clients.
• Act as the primary liaison for all payer-related matters, ensuring effective communication and timely resolution of issues.
• Negotiate favorable contract terms, payment structures, and reimbursement rates to enhance financial performance.
• Lead contract negotiations, focusing on pricing, payment models, and service coverage agreements.
• Develop and implement value-based care agreements and alternative reimbursement strategies.
• Monitor contract compliance, track performance against key contractual metrics, and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Analyze payer mix, reimbursement trends, and payment cycles to optimize revenue opportunities.
• Collaborate with RCM and Finance teams to address payment delays, reduce revenue leakage, and enhance collections.
• Develop strategies to mitigate risks associated with denied claims and underpayments.
• Work closely with Strategy, Finance, RCM, Operations, and Clinical teams to align payer strategies with overall business objectives.
• Provide data-driven insights and reports on payer performance, contract effectiveness, and revenue impact.
• Stay updated on market trends, competitor agreements, and regulatory changes impacting payer relationships and reimbursement models.

Key Requirements :

• This is a Senior Leadership strategic role requiring well-developed complex negotiation skills and established relationships with major insurance companies in the region (must have requirements)
• Master’s Degree in Business, Finance, Healthcare Management or related field
• 12+ years of progressive experience in payer relations, insurance contracting, or revenue cycle management within the healthcare sector.
• 5+ years in a leadership role, with proven experience in leading high-stakes negotiations and managing payer relationships at an enterprise level
• Strong understanding of healthcare payer systems, reimbursement models, and contract frameworks
• Exceptional negotiation and communication skills with a strategic mindset
• Ability to analyze complex data and translate it into actionable strategies
• Excellent stakeholder management skills across internal and external networks
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and payer trends
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Sound knowledge of UAE insurance and healthcare regulatory landscape

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Strategy / Planning, Finance, and Business Development

Industries

• Insurance, Health and Human Services, and Hospitals and Health Care

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