45 Senior Leadership Roles jobs in the United Arab Emirates

About This Role:

• Teach and lead in a dynamic UAE public school environment, shaping the educational journey of students across the country.
• Contribute to curriculum development, driving innovation and excellence in teaching practices.
• Pursue a career path that combines academic expertise with leadership skills, impacting the growth of schools and education systems.

Your Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with colleagues to create engaging lesson plans, promoting student learning and progress.
2. Apply your expertise in curriculum development, analyzing student needs and adapting materials to foster growth.
3. Lead by example, modeling excellent teaching practices and mentoring colleagues to achieve shared goals.
4. Engage with parents, ensuring effective communication and fostering a sense of community around student learning.
5. Stay updated on best practices, attending professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and contribute to the improvement of educational programs.

Requirements:

• Native English speaker from the US, Canada, or the UK.
• Elementary Education (PreK-2 teachers must have an Elementary Education license/certification and/or Early Childhood license/certification).
• Minimum of two years teaching experience in grades PreK-4/5 if a holder of a Bachelor of Education Degree from a recognized accredited or nationally licensed University or College; or more than 2 years of teaching experience if a holder of a Bachelor's Degree in a content area from a recognized accredited or nationally licensed University or College.
• School system level experience alongside school level experience.

About Our Offer:

• A competitive salary package commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• A comprehensive benefits package, including paid winter and summer vacations, national holidays, and insurance coverage.
• An opportunity to live and work in the UAE, experiencing the rich cultural heritage and diversity of the region.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students and the broader community, contributing to the advancement of education in the UAE.

By applying to this job order you're indicating your interest to interview online with ADEK in the United Arab Emirates for a role beginning August 2023. Teaching Nomad has been appointed as a recruitment agent working with FAEE and ADEK on this recruitment drive for their schools across the country. These exclusive recruitment events are your best opportunity to be hired by the Abu Dhabi Department of Education & Knowledge (ADEK). The events will take place between March to July 2023.
Positions being interviewed for are:

• Curriculum Development
• School Improvement
• Intervention
• Early Education
• Child Wellbeing
• Students of Determination

Positions are available for native English speakers from the US, Canada, or the UK.
As a prerequisite to be invited for an interview, you must complete your profile with Teaching Nomad, including a prescreening phone call and resume.
About you:

• Native English speaker from the US, Canada, or the UK
• Elementary Education (PreK-2 teachers must have an Elementary Education license/certification and/or Early Childhood license/certification)
• Minimum of two years teaching experience in grades PreK-4/5 if a holder of a Bachelor of Education Degree from a recognized accredited or nationally licensed University or College; or more than 2 years of teaching experience if a holder of a Bachelor's Degree in a content area from a recognized accredited or nationally licensed University or College
• Must be able to provide 3 official experience letters from previous employers on official letterhead with a signature or two completed reference forms (provided by your Teaching Nomad placement consultant)
• School system level experience alongside school level experience

About the roles:

• Contract: 12 months
• Schedule: Monday-Friday
• Salary: Attractive salary commensurate to qualifications & experience and campus location
• Salary includes all travel & housing benefits
• Paid Winter & Summer Vacations and national holidays
• Insurance provided

By applying to this job order you're indicating your interest to interview online with ADEK in the United Arab Emirates for a role beginning August 2023. Teaching Nomad has been appointed as a recruitment agent working with FAEE and ADEK on this recruitment drive for their schools across the country. These exclusive recruitment events are your best opportunity to be hired by the Abu Dhabi Department of Education & Knowledge (ADEK). The events will take place between March to July 2023.
Positions being interviewed for are:

• Curriculum Development
• School Improvement
• Intervention
• Early Education
• Child Wellbeing
• Students of Determination

Positions are available for native English speakers from the US, Canada, or the UK.
As a prerequisite to be invited for an interview, you must complete your profile with Teaching Nomad, including a prescreening phone call and resume.
About you:

• Native English speaker from the US, Canada, or the UK
• Elementary Education (PreK-2 teachers must have an Elementary Education license/certification and/or Early Childhood license/certification)
• Minimum of two years teaching experience in grades PreK-4/5 if a holder of a Bachelor of Education Degree from a recognized accredited or nationally licensed University or College; or more than 2 years of teaching experience if a holder of a Bachelor’s Degree in a content area from a recognized accredited or nationally licensed University or College
• Must be able to provide 3 official experience letters from previous employers on official letterhead with a signature or two completed reference forms (provided by your Teaching Nomad placement consultant)
• School system level experience alongside school level experience

About the roles:

• Contract: 12 months
• Schedule: Monday-Friday
• Salary: Attractive salary commensurate to qualifications & experience and campus location
• Salary includes all travel & housing benefits
• Paid Winter & Summer Vacations and national holidays
• Insurance provided

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Strategic Leadership Development Manager to join our team. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for designing, delivering, and evaluating a range of leadership development programs that drive business growth and excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic leadership development plans that align with organizational goals and objectives
• Design and deliver high-impact leadership training programs that improve management capabilities and drive business results
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify training needs and develop customized learning solutions
• Evaluate program effectiveness and make data-driven recommendations for improvement

Requirements:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in Learning & Development, Talent Development, or related field
• Strong business acumen and analytical skills with ability to analyze complex data and drive insights
• Demonstrated expertise in adult learning principles, instructional design, and facilitation techniques
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to influence and engage stakeholders
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certification in Learning & Development or related field
• Experience working in retail industry or similar sector
• Knowledge of e-learning design and delivery tools

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and strategic leader to join our team and contribute to our mission to deliver exceptional customer experiences. If you have a passion for leadership development and a track record of driving business results, we encourage you to apply.

Growth and Development Opportunities:

• Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge
• Mentorship and coaching from experienced leaders
• Career advancement opportunities based on performance and contributions

Our Organization:

We are a dynamic and innovative organization committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences. Our values include innovation, collaboration, and customer focus.

Location:

Dubai, UAE

This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for career growth and development. If you are a motivated and strategic leader looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.

We are seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect to lead strategic AI initiatives for a leading client in Abu Dhabi.

As an Enterprise Architect, you will design end-to-end AI-powered enterprise solutions integrating traditional systems with AI/ML. You will lead 8-12 engineers across full-stack, DevOps, and AI/ML specializations in Agile environments. Your technical decisions will span infrastructure, databases, APIs, microservices, and AI components.

• Design and implement AI-powered enterprise solutions that integrate traditional systems with AI/ML
• Lead and manage a team of engineers across multiple disciplines in Agile environments
• Making strategic technical decisions spanning infrastructure, databases, APIs, microservices, and AI components

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Expert-level LLM experience (LLAMA, Mistral, GPT) including fine-tuning and deployment
• Agentic AI, MultiAgent systems, Agentic RAG implementations
• Vector Databases, LangChain, Langraph, and modern GenAI toolchains
• Advanced prompt engineering and Chain-of-Thought techniques
• 3+ production GenAI applications successfully implemented

You will achieve success in this role by:

• Building and maintaining complex AI/ML systems with Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch
• Managing the lifecycle of ML models from development to deployment and monitoring
• Integrating AI/ML models with existing enterprise architectures

You will require expertise in:

• Full-stack development with MERN stack or equivalent
• Deployment experience across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments
• Kubernetes expertise for container orchestration and deployment
• Database proficiency: SQL (PostgreSQL/MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB/DynamoDB)
• API development experience: RESTful services, GraphQL, microservices architecture
• DevOps experience: Docker, CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation

Prioritizing certifications such as AWS/Azure/GCP Solutions Architect + ML Specialty can be beneficial.

A valid passport and willingness to relocate to Abu Dhabi are also required.

Strong communication skills bridging business and technical requirements are essential.

Agile/Scrum leadership experience with measurable team performance improvements is highly valued.

This is a strategic initiative aimed at driving lasting impact in Abu Dhabi.

• Design and execute high-impact, cross-sector initiatives within the government ecosystem.
• Lead research and stakeholder engagement to develop clear, actionable strategies.
• Collaborate with design teams to prototype and test innovative concepts.
• Promote thought leadership that shapes strategic direction and drives future-oriented thinking.

Job Opportunity: Retail Store Manager

This is a highly responsible and challenging role that requires a professional with excellent leadership and management skills. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and supporting the management of all aspects of store operations and performance.

1. Customer Service Management : Ensure that customer service standards are met through the implementation of action plans and the ongoing development and training of store managers and teams in inventory management processes and operational procedures.
2. Team Guidance and Support : Provide guidance and support to store managers to ensure effective and efficient flow of work.
3. Department Strategy Development : Contribute to the development and execution of the overall retail department strategy, plans and departmental budgets.
4. KPI Analysis and Improvement : Analyze relevant KPIs, propose action plans, and implement corrective measures.
5. Sales Target Setting : Review historical sales figures, market trends, and demographics, and collaborate closely with senior management to establish achievable and realistic targets.
6. Team Motivation and Preparation : Ensure that sales targets and action plans are effectively communicated to the sales team, and that the team is adequately prepared and motivated to achieve their assigned targets.
7. Cross-Functional Collaboration : Collaborate across functions with colleagues and mall management to ensure the fulfillment of store and business requirements while aligning and executing strategies successfully.
8. Inventory Management : Review sales and stock reports by store and collaborate with brand managers to propose action plans aimed at maximizing stock potential and ensuring the right stock assortments and stock health.
9. Sales Drive Strategies : Develop a strategy to drive sales by monitoring market seasonality, buying trends, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of the retail industry, including competitor performance, retail partners' performance, and consumer trends and behaviors.
10. Operational Compliance : Conduct store operations audits to ensure operational compliance in all stores. Ensure that stock control/shrinkage targets are maintained in line with company guidelines.
11. Compliance Requirements : Ensure adherence to compliance requirements in all operational activities.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, or any other classification.

We aim to give our candidates the best experience possible. However, due to the large number of applicants, we can only contact those who have been shortlisted for the role.

Strategic Leadership Role in Client Services

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and leading the Client Services function, focusing on delivering exceptional customer experiences. They will devise client strategies, develop meaningful relationships, and drive business objectives.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising and monitoring transactions in workflow systems for efficient execution
• Coordinating with Relationship teams and clients to resolve technical and financial referrals
• Training staff and creating backup plans to ensure continuity
• Ensuring compliance with SOPs and SLAs/TAT

To excel in this role, you should possess:

• University Degree in Commerce or Banking
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in banking operations, preferably in a senior leadership capacity
• Knowledge of general banking principles and back-office operating procedures
• Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken
• Analytical, self-motivated, energetic, flexible, dynamic, problem-solving, and able to work independently and in a team environment

This role offers:

• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A collaborative and supportive work environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Chance to make a significant impact in driving business success

Additional information:

• This is a full-time position requiring a strong work ethic and dedication to excellence
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail, accuracy, and efficiency

Job Title: Engineering Team Leader

This role manages Major projects and Customer Solutions Engineering operations for tenders and Orders. The team leader develops the team's competencies to meet current and future business needs.

To be successful in this position, you will ensure there is adequate technical expertise to understand customer needs and define the best solutions for customers in collaboration with sales and delivery teams. You will drive technical solution compliance with engineering policy, safety regulations, local codes & standards for the full solution lifecycle.