99 Strategy Consultant jobs in the United Arab Emirates

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About Us :

VentureOne is the dynamic commercialization arm of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council. We are dedicated to turning applied research from the Technology Innovation Institute (TII) into game-changing commercial products and solutions that address industry challenges worldwide.

We launch ventures that bring deep tech solutions to market, partnering with trusted industry and government entities to ensure our solutions address real-world needs. We also help strengthen the Middle East’s tech ecosystem by providing collaboration opportunities and access to key services including state-of-the-art lab testing and a library of patented tech products.

Job Description :

As our Strategy Consultant at VentureOne, you will play a critical role in shaping and delivering innovative solutions that redefine industries and create transformative impact.

What You'll Do :

• Craft groundbreaking solutions that leverage our cutting-edge technologies to design innovative solutions that address real-world problems across diverse fields.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and internal teams, to foster collaboration and drive successful project outcomes.
• Bridge the gap between research and innovation initiatives and building real-world applications and products
• Conduct regular evaluations of emerging technologies and industry trends to ensure the incorporation of cutting-edge advancements into project strategies.
• Lead the identification and pursuit of new business opportunities, working closely with research labs, venture building, and commercial development teams.

What You'll Bring :

• Proven experience in managing and delivering technology projects.
• Previous consulting experience
• Strong leadership and project management skills, with a track record of successfully leading cross-functional teams to deliver complex solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant discipline, with a focus on business, technology, or a related field.

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Strategy Consultant • Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

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Optimizely is focused on unlocking the boundless potential of our clients and employees. We are a category leader in Digital Experience Platform (DXP) and have the pleasure of serving over 9,000 brands, from global organizations such as Visa, Sky, Yamaha, and Wall Street Journal to tech innovators like Atlassian DocuSign, FitBit, and Zillow. Optimizely fosters an inclusive and diverse culture with a global team of 1500+ people spread across the US, Europe, Dubai, Australia, Singapore, Bangladesh, and Vietnam. Our unique work environment focuses on flexibility, trust, teamwork, diversity, and moving fast. We genuinely believe that our people make all the difference, and once we find the best talent, we go out of our way to nurture them.

If you are looking to work on the next generation of digital technologies in a fast-paced and growing environment with industry leaders, Optimizely is the place for you!

TheStrategy Consultant is a pivotal member of Optimizely’s Customer Success Organization, blending the hands-on delivery of product onboarding with strategic consulting to empower clients throughout the APAC region. The role encompasses end-to-end project management for onboarding the Optimizely Digital Experience Platform while also advising customers on digital strategy, optimization, and technology enablement. This position acts as both the primary point of contact for onboarding and a strategic thought partner to help clients achieve their business objectives through industry-leading solutions.

• Serve as the initial and ongoing point of contact for clients during onboarding and strategic engagements, ensuring a ‘white glove’ experience from sales handover to go-live.
• Lead, manage, and execute multiple, simultaneous onboarding projects and strategic initiatives, balancing business priorities, use cases, customer satisfaction, and technical quality across the Optimizely suite (DXP, Data Platform, Experimentation, CMP, etc.).
• Facilitate sessions and workshops with client stakeholders to align on goals, share strategic insights, influence action, and drive decisions affecting business impact, user experience, data, and technology.
• Develop an excellent understanding of client goals, digital strategy, and how these can be enabled by technology solutions; help clients map organizational processes and support change management toward data-driven decision-making.
• Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders, including strategy consultants, solutions architects, and Onboarding Delivery Partners, to ensure program success with clear goals, timelines, and processes.
• Discover and document product requirements, advocate for the customer, and integrate Optimizely products while maintaining project hygiene through ongoing status and plan updates.
• Participate in pre-sales scoping calls to help formulate custom packages and create SOWs (as applicable to senior level).
• Work with clients to develop visions, strategies, and actionable plans—validating and framing ideas as testable hypotheses, recommendations, or research questions.
• Maintain and share a repository of knowledge to scale consulting functions and support the wider Customer Success, Product, Sales, and Marketing organizations.
• Promote product adoption by understanding client goals and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of forthcoming releases and features through regular product open houses.
• Manage administrative tasks related to Onboarding Delivery Partners and collaborate effectively with Customer Success, Sales, and Partner organizations across the region.
• Create visibility and regularly share onboarding and strategic updates with the broader APAC team.
• Encourage a cultureof continuous optimization, designing roadmaps, generating insights, and calculating business impact for clients.
• Utilize tools such as Microsoft Teams, Zendesk, Jira, Salesforce and Gainsight to coordinate resources and technical support as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum five years’ experience in customer success, project management, digital marketing, technology consulting, analytics, and/or customer experience optimization (CRO, AB testing), ideally in a SaaS environment.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; skilled in leading customer discussions and facilitating workshops.
• Strong stakeholder management, leadership, and relationship-building abilities.
• Exceptional project management skills, with an emphasis on attention to detail, timelines, and quality; familiarity with Agile and Waterfall methodologies is a plus.
• Comprehensive understanding of operational infrastructure, processes, and tools of a modern Digital Experience Platform.
• Familiarity with Optimizely or other leading Digital Experience Platforms, is a plus.
• Able to handle multiple competing priorities, adapt quickly, and respond effectively to client requests and timeline changes.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically up to 20% of the time to visit customers

Bachelors or higher equivalent

Optimizely is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Optimizely is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Artefact is a new generation of a data service provider, specialising in data consulting and data-driven digital marketing, dedicated to transforming data into business impact across the entire value chain of organisations. We are proud to say we’re enjoying skyrocketing growth.

Our broad range of data-driven solutions in data consulting and digital marketing are designed to meet our clients’ specific needs, always conceived with a business-centric approach and delivered with tangible results. Our data-driven services are built upon the deep AI expertise we’ve acquired with our 1000+ client base around the globe.

We have 1000 employees across 20 offices who are focused on accelerating digital transformation. Thanks to a unique mix of company assets: state-of-the-art data technologies, lean AI agile methodologies for fast delivery, and cohesive teams of the finest business consultants, data analysts, data scientists, data engineers, and digital experts, all dedicated to bringing extra value to every client.

The senior consultant will manage all these actions:

• Definition of the strategy to be implemented to meet customer objectives,
• Identify the appropriate tools and make recommendations to clients;
• Implementation of relevant tools (datalake, DMP, etc.)
• Execution of campaigns, data enrichment, creation of content related to the customer journey, measurement and management of campaigns.

Graduated from Business school or Engineering, the most important qualities in our eyes are intellectual curiosity, autonomy, and dynamism.

We are looking for profiles with the double hat “business” and “data”, with at least 3 years of experience, ideally in a digital marketing consulting firm (agency, advertiser, advertising network, media, cross-functional missions), and in the use of BI tools or data analysis.

With a good technical knowledge, you already have a first understanding of digital technologies (Tracking, Machine Learning, RTB, Big Data, Platform as a Service,.).

• Artefact is the place to be: come and build the future of marketing.
• Progress: every day offers new challenges and new opportunities to learn.
• Culture: join the best team you could ever imagine.
• Entrepreneurship: you will be joining a team of driven entrepreneurs. We won’t give up until we make a huge dent in this industry!

Senior Data Strategy Consultant • Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Consultant/Lead to join our Data Strategy and Consulting team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data strategy data governance and analytics with the ability to drive datadriven decisionmaking processes within organizations. This role involves leading complex projects working closely with clients to develop and implement data strategies and ensuring data governance frameworks are effectively established and maintained.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Strategy Development:
• Lead the design and implementation of comprehensive data strategies that align with clients business objectives.
• Conduct assessments of current data capabilities and provide actionable insights to enhance datadriven decisionmaking.
• Develop roadmaps for data management analytics and governance initiatives.
• Data Governance:
• Establish and implement data governance frameworks to ensure data quality integrity and security.
• Define and enforce data standards policies and procedures across the organization.
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to ensure compliance with data regulations and industry standards.
• Client Consulting:
• Work closely with clients to understand their data challenges and provide tailored consulting solutions.
• Conduct workshops training sessions and presentations to educate clients on data governance best practices.
• Lead client engagements manage stakeholder expectations and deliver highquality consulting services.
• Project Management:
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously ensuring they are delivered on time within scope and within budget.
• Lead and coordinate with internal teams to ensure project deliverables.
• Monitor project progress identify risks and implement mitigation strategies as needed.
• Thought Leadership:
• Stay abreast of industry trends emerging technologies upcoming regional and global data regulations and best practices in data management and governance.
• Lead and mentor team of consultants and analysts and effectively enable them to grow.

Qualifications:

• Education:
• Bachelors degree in computer science information systems or any data related field.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in data management data governance or related roles.
• Proven track record of successfully leading data strategy and governance projects for large organizations.
• Comprehensive knowledge of DAMA or NDMO.
• Experience in consulting and client management is highly desirable.
• Skills:
• Strong understanding of data governance principles frameworks and tools.
• Proficiency in data management and analytics platforms (e.g. SQL Python Tableau Power BI).
• Excellent bilingual verbal/written communication skills (Arabic and English).
• Exceptional presentation skills with the ability to convey complex concepts to nontechnical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications in data governance (e.g. DAMA CIMP).
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g. AWS Azure Google Cloud) and big data technologies.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements (e.g. GDPR CCPA KSA Personal Data Protection Law) and their impact on data governance.
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Artefact is a new generation of a data service provider, specialising in data consulting and data-driven digital marketing, dedicated to transforming data into business impact across the entire value chain of organisations. We are proud to say we're enjoying skyrocketing growth.

Our broad range of data-driven solutions in data consulting and digital marketing are designed to meet our clients' specific needs, always conceived with a business-centric approach and delivered with tangible results. Our data-driven services are built upon the deep AI expertise we've acquired with our 1000+ client base around the globe.

We have 1000 employees across 20 offices who are focused on accelerating digital transformation. Thanks to a unique mix of company assets: state-of-the-art data technologies, lean AI agile methodologies for fast delivery, and cohesive teams of the finest business consultants, data analysts, data scientists, data engineers, and digital experts, all dedicated to bringing extra value to every client.

The senior consultant will manage all these actions:

1. Definition of the strategy to be implemented to meet customer objectives,
2. Identify the appropriate tools and make recommendations to clients;
3. Implementation of relevant tools (datalake, DMP, etc…)
4. Execution of campaigns, data enrichment, creation of content related to the customer journey, measurement and management of campaigns.

Graduated from Business school or Engineering, the most important qualities in our eyes are intellectual curiosity, autonomy, and dynamism.

We are looking for profiles with the double hat "business" and "data", with at least 3 years of experience, ideally in a digital marketing consulting firm (agency, advertiser, advertising network, media, cross-functional missions), and in the use of BI tools or data analysis.

With a good technical knowledge, you already have a first understanding of digital technologies (Tracking, Machine Learning, RTB, Big Data, Platform as a Service,…).

1. Artefact is the place to be: come and build the future of marketing.
2. Progress: every day offers new challenges and new opportunities to learn.
3. Culture: join the best team you could ever imagine.
4. Entrepreneurship: you will be joining a team of driven entrepreneurs. We won't give up until we make a huge dent in this industry

Senior Data Strategy Consultant
• Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Consultant/Lead to join our Data Strategy and Consulting team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data strategy data governance and analytics with the ability to drive datadriven decisionmaking processes within organizations. This role involves leading complex projects working closely with clients to develop and implement data strategies and ensuring data governance frameworks are effectively established and maintained.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Strategy Development:

• Lead the design and implementation of comprehensive data strategies that align with clients business objectives.

• Conduct assessments of current data capabilities and provide actionable insights to enhance datadriven decisionmaking.

• Develop roadmaps for data management analytics and governance initiatives.

• Data Governance:

• Establish and implement data governance frameworks to ensure data quality integrity and security.

• Define and enforce data standards policies and procedures across the organization.

• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to ensure compliance with data regulations and industry standards.

• Client Consulting:

• Work closely with clients to understand their data challenges and provide tailored consulting solutions.

• Conduct workshops training sessions and presentations to educate clients on data governance best practices.

• Lead client engagements manage stakeholder expectations and deliver highquality consulting services.

• Project Management:

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously ensuring they are delivered on time within scope and within budget.

• Lead and coordinate with internal teams to ensure project deliverables.

• Monitor project progress identify risks and implement mitigation strategies as needed.

• Thought Leadership:

• Stay abreast of industry trends emerging technologies upcoming regional and global data regulations and best practices in data management and governance.

• Lead and mentor team of consultants and analysts and effectively enable them to grow.

Qualifications:

• Education:

• Bachelors degree in computer science information systems or any data related field.

• Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in data management data governance or related roles.

• Proven track record of successfully leading data strategy and governance projects for large organizations.

• Comprehensive knowledge of DAMA or NDMO.

• Experience in consulting and client management is highly desirable.

• Skills:

• Strong understanding of data governance principles frameworks and tools.

• Proficiency in data management and analytics platforms (e.g. SQL Python Tableau Power BI).

• Excellent bilingual verbal/written communication skills (Arabic and English).

• Exceptional presentation skills with the ability to convey complex concepts to nontechnical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications in data governance (e.g. DAMA CIMP).

• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g. AWS Azure Google Cloud) and big data technologies.

• Familiarity with regulatory requirements (e.g. GDPR CCPA KSA Personal Data Protection Law) and their impact on data governance.

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

Are you ready to start your career in technology consulting with a global market leader? Kyndryl is a great place to embark on your career journey.

Who is Kyndryl?

We design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical information technology the world depends on every day. Our business quite literally powers the vital systems that run banks, stock markets, airlines, automotive and healthcare companies, governments and more. What does this mean? It means that, as a global technology service company, we make things possible so other companies can help people live their lives.

The Kyndryl Graduate Program & beyond

Your journey as IT Strategy Consultant will start with an immersive learning program, focused on building a core set of business and consulting skills which you will use working on exciting projects with our flagship clients. We will support you in kickstarting your career by offering rotation, shadowing and specialization opportunities during the 2-years program. Afterward, you'll have the chance to work in either a Delivery or Go to Market role based on your potential and skills.

Joining us as part of our consult team as IT Strategy Consultant you will become the trusted advisor accountable for delivering highly complex, multi-disciplined consulting engagements that provide lasting and measurable value to our esteemed customers.

Join our team and gain hands-on experience across diverse IT domains, including Cloud, Security, Digital Workplace Services, Applications, Data, Network, and Mainframe.

Your Role :

• Provide consulting services by developing technology solutions and offering IT strategy insights based on understanding the client's business objectives and IT requirements
• Advise, analyze, and define client IT strategy to increase business value and improve service delivery, including adopting modern techniques and a modern operating model
• Apply issue-based consulting methods
• Analyze and optimize client's IT processes and governance
• Provide strategies, assessments, recommendations, and plans analytically
• Design and implement enterprise operating models and governance structures, and identify new ways of work

You will contribute to our business from day one and have access to incredible learning opportunities to build your skills for the future. You will collaborate with global teams and receive mentorship guidance. Additionally, you will :

• Gain broad exposure to different IT consulting focus areas through job rotations
• Build expertise in diverse client scenarios, industries, and technologies
• Be part of a global IT service provider offering a world-class platform for career growth
• Get certified and hands-on experience with the latest technologies, such as MSFT Azure, AWS, Google, and other Kyndryl Alliance Partners

All of this will take place in a dynamic, inclusive, and flexible startup atmosphere filled with industry experts. If this sounds like a good fit for you, then come and start your career at Kyndryl.

The official start date of the program is 1st September 2025.

Location : Dubai / Abu Dhabi

Who You Are

Who You Are

You're good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. You have a growth mindset, eager for personal and professional development. You are passionate about IT and associated domains, and how they can support and impact the business and transformation of customers. You prioritize customer success and finally, you're open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Required Technical and Professional Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science or related field. Recent graduate with up to two years of work experience.
• Basic understanding of core services offered by established cloud hyperscalers (e.g. Microsoft, AWS, Google Cloud etc.).
• Familiarity with IT management consulting methods.
• Understanding of IT operations and IT service management frameworks (e.g., ITIL, COBIT).
• Strong team player with excellent collaboration skills in diverse environments.
• Familiar with New Ways of Working, e.g. Agile, Scrum
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey technical insights to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong communication skills in English and Arabic
• Willingness to travel
• UAE National

Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

• Previous experience in consulting is a plus
• Experience in project management disciplines
• Experience with various IT Operating Models and building organizations to deploy and support key technologies
• Certification on key technologies within your platform or area of expertise
• Ability to articulate key technologies' impact on security, availability, cost, capacity, etc.
• Applied experience in Agile (Kanban, SAFe, and Scrum)

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it's how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we're not doing it single-handily : Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That's the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

As a graduate or an intern, Kyndryl is a great place to kickstart your career. You will contribute to our business from day one and get access to some incredible learning opportunities to build your skills for your future. You'll also collaborate with global teams, take advantage of mentorship opportunities and get involved in volunteer community activities – all in a dynamic, start up atmosphere, filled with industry experts.

Strategy Consultant
• Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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