12 Telecommunications Consultancy jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Job Description

Senior Principle, Strategy & Transformation

About Us

At Infosys, we are committed to be an equal opportunity employer, and to provide a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

Infosys is recognized as one of the UK’s top firms by the Financial Times and Forbes due to our client innovations, our cultural diversity and dedicated training and career paths. Management Consulting Magazine named us on their list of Best Firms to Work for. Furthermore, Infosys has been recognized by the Top Employers Institute, a global certification company, for its exceptional standards in employee conditions across Europe for five years in a row.

The Role:

An experienced consulting professional, you will be a thought leader in the CMT industry and a key advisor to defining solutions and will be on point to help clients define and realize expected value through transformation initiatives. You will have the opportunity to shape value-adding consulting solutions that enable our clients to meet the rapidly transforming business model of the CMT sector. You will have experience across one or more of the sub-sectors of the CMT industry (communications, media, or Technology) and will have a broad understanding of industry solutions and best practices, multiple business processes or technology designs deployed across CMT companies. We focus on solutions and capabilities the current and emerging areas focused on by our clients, including:

• Vision and Strategy: Define the vision and roadmap aligned with the organization’s strategic goals. Identify and prioritize opportunities and improvements that drive value for both internal and external users.
• Lean Operations: Cost optimization and restructuring for communications services providers front office and back-office operations and IT, leveraging technologies such as Automation, IoT, Blockchain, AI/ML, Cloud and Big Data
• Growth: Driving revenue increase through new age products and services launch, customer retention with cross-sell and upsell strategy and creating new partner ecosystem for platform-based business models
• Innovation: Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends including AI/GenAI and Automations. Foster a culture of innovation by integrating new tools and practices that enhance the platform’s capabilities.

As a Senior Principal in Business Consulting, you will lead major projects and serve as a key customer-facing member of the Infosys CMT Consulting team. You will contribute to the development of solutions to solve business problems and increase adoption of Infosys driven solutions. This position is responsible for delivering actionable value across the CMT ecosystem. You will operate independently to provide quality work products to an engagement and perform varied and complex duties and tasks that require independent judgment.

General Consulting Skills / Experience

15+ years relevant experience

• Telecoms and Media
• Projects and Technology delivery

Business Development

• Shaping and sales of advisory programs (engagements of >$250k,Annual Sales supported >$.7m)
• Evidence of relationships within top tier Telecom and Media clients

Project Delivery

• Evidence of successfully leading advisory and technology deliveryprograms of > 1m
• Ability to operate across a portfolio of projects
• Familiarity with agile delivery
• Experience in delivering with nearshore and offshore teams

Soft consulting skills

• Gravitas, able to operate at CXO level
• Strong businessacumen
• Very strong written and spoken communications
• Team leadership and mentoring

Specialist Skills / Experience

Large scale programme leadership experience, whichcould include 2 or more of

• Digital
• BSS/OSS
• Delivery and integration of best of breed technologies
• Monitoring Tools (FCAPS)

Subject matter expertise in Telco specific topics and able to lead executive discussions in;

• Telco Advisory (TOM/Process Transformation/Cost Takeout/Cloud & Infra strategy/ Product Portfolio Optimization/Application Portfolio Optimization)
• Technology – AI/ML, RPA, IoT, 5G, Blockchain
• Transformation Governance

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Flexible work hours and the possibility of hybrid work.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment with a team of industry experts .

Country

UAE

State / Region / Province

Sharjah

Work Location

Sharjah

Interest Group

Infosys Limited

Company

ITL UAE

Role Designation

2937ASORBC Senior Principal - Business Consulting

Job description Senior Principle, Strategy & Transformation

At Infosys, we are committed to being an equal opportunity employer and providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Infosys is recognized as one of the UK’s top firms by the Financial Times and Forbes due to our client innovations, cultural diversity, and dedicated training and career paths. Management Consulting Magazine named us on their list of Best Firms to Work for. Additionally, Infosys has been recognized by the Top Employers Institute for its exceptional employee conditions across Europe for five consecutive years.

We are seeking an experienced consulting professional to be a thought leader in the CMT industry. You will serve as a key advisor in defining solutions and helping clients realize value through transformation initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to shape consulting solutions that enable clients to adapt to the rapidly transforming business models in the CMT sector.

You should have experience in one or more of the CMT sub-sectors (communications, media, or technology) and possess a broad understanding of industry solutions, best practices, and various business processes or technology designs deployed across CMT companies.

Our focus areas include:

• Vision and Strategy: Define vision and roadmap aligned with strategic goals; identify opportunities that drive value.
• Lean Operations: Cost optimization and restructuring leveraging automation, IoT, Blockchain, AI/ML, Cloud, and Big Data.
• Growth: Drive revenue through new products/services, customer retention strategies, and partner ecosystems.
• Innovation: Stay updated with emerging technologies like AI/GenAI and automation; foster a culture of innovation.

As a Senior Principal in Business Consulting, you will lead major projects, serve as a client-facing team member, and contribute to developing solutions that increase adoption of Infosys solutions. You will operate independently, providing high-quality work and performing complex duties requiring judgment.

• 15+ years of relevant experience
• Telecoms and Media projects and technology delivery
• Business development and advisory program sales (>1.7m engagement)
• Experience leading advisory and technology delivery programs (>1m)
• Ability to manage multiple projects
• Familiarity with agile delivery
• Experience working with nearshore and offshore teams
• Soft skills: gravitas, CXO-level operation, strong business acumen, excellent communication, team leadership, mentoring

• Large-scale program leadership, including multiple projects
• Expertise in Digital BSS/OSS, technology integration, monitoring tools (FCAPS)
• Subject matter expertise in Telco topics such as TOM, process transformation, cloud strategy, product and application portfolio optimization
• Knowledge of AI/ML, RPA, IoT, 5G, Blockchain
• Transformation governance

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• Flexible work hours and hybrid work options
• Collaborative, innovative environment with industry experts

Senior Principal - Business Consulting Senior Principal - Business Consulting

About Us

At Infosys, we are committed to be an equal opportunity employer, and to provide a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

Infosys is recognized as one of the UK’s top firms by the Financial Times and Forbes due to our client innovations, our cultural diversity and dedicated training and career paths. Management Consulting Magazine named us on their list of Best Firms to Work for. Furthermore, Infosys has been recognized by the Top Employers Institute, a global certification company, for its exceptional standards in employee conditions across Europe for five years in a row.

The Role:

An experienced consulting professional, you will be a thought leader in the CMT industry and a key advisor to defining solutions and will be on point to help clients define and realize expected value through transformation initiatives. You will have the opportunity to shape value-adding consulting solutions that enable our clients to meet the rapidly transforming business model of the CMT sector. You will have experience across one or more of the sub-sectors of the CMT industry (communications, media, or Technology) and will have a broad understanding of industry solutions and best practices, multiple business processes or technology designs deployed across CMT companies. We focus on solutions and capabilities the current and emerging areas focused on by our clients, including:

• Vision and Strategy: Define the vision and roadmap aligned with the organization’s strategic goals. Identify and prioritize opportunities and improvements that drive value for both internal and external users.
• Lean Operations: Cost optimization and restructuring for communications services providers front office and back-office operations and IT, leveraging technologies such as Automation, IoT, Blockchain, AI/ML, Cloud and Big Data
• Growth: Driving revenue increase through new age products and services launch, customer retention with cross-sell and upsell strategy and creating new partner ecosystem for platform-based business models
• Innovation: Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends including AI/GenAI and Automations. Foster a culture of innovation by integrating new tools and practices that enhance the platform’s capabilities.

As a Senior Principal in Business Consulting, you will lead major projects and serve as a key customer-facing member of the Infosys CMT Consulting team. You will contribute to the development of solutions to solve business problems and increase adoption of Infosys driven solutions. This position is responsible for delivering actionable value across the CMT ecosystem. You will operate independently to provide quality work products to an engagement and perform varied and complex duties and tasks that require independent judgment.

General Consulting Skills / Experience

15+ years relevant experience

• Telecoms and Media
• Projects and Technology delivery

Business Development

• Shaping and sales of advisory programs (engagements of >$250k, Annual Sales supported >$.7m)
• Evidence of relationships within top tier Telecom and Media clients

Project Delivery

• Evidence of successfully leading advisory and technology delivery programs of > 1m
• Ability to operate across a portfolio of projects
• Familiarity with agile delivery
• Experience in delivering with nearshore and offshore teams
• Gravitas, able to operate at CXO level
• Strong business acumen
• Very strong written and spoken communications
• Team leadership and mentoring

Specialist Skills / Experience

Large scale programme leadership experience, which could include 2 or more of

• Digital
• BSS/OSS
• Delivery and integration of best of breed technologies
• Monitoring Tools (FCAPS)

Subject matter expertise in Telco specific topics and able to lead executive discussions in;

• Transformation Governance

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Flexible work hours and the possibility of hybrid work.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment with a team of industry experts.

Opportunity Overview

We are seeking talented individuals to join our global consulting partnership as full members of client teams. Analysts contribute ideas, opinions, and new information, working alongside colleagues to solve complex issues.

About the Role

This position is an outstanding introduction to management consulting, providing hands-on experience with complex analyses, research assignments, and model development in various industries. You will learn essential concepts and methodologies with a mentor who offers support and guidance throughout the program.

Personal Growth and Development

We encourage you to be yourself and give you the freedom to contribute creatively while learning and developing your skills. Our diverse backgrounds have a direct impact on our team's accomplishments.

What We Look For

• A proven record of academic excellence
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong critical thinking and analytical capabilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Fluency in English and Arabic

Benefits and Support

You will be eligible for tuition support from the Kearney Scholars' Program if you perform well as a consultant. Our supportive environment allows you to grow and develop as a professional.

Language Requirements

English and Arabic proficiency is required.

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We’re a large and growing professional services firm with over 76,000 professionals in more than 150 countries. We combine global scale with local expertise to help organizations unlock their potential for growth. We care about our colleagues, clients, and communities.

As a Senior Consultant, you’ll lead strategic initiatives, provide expert advice to clients, and drive impactful change. Your expertise will shape business outcomes and contribute to our clients' success in a rapidly evolving market. Join our Business Consulting team today!

About Our Business Consulting Service Line

We offer bespoke advisory solutions prioritizing flexibility and personalized service. Our clients range from SMEs to international groups and listed companies, across various industries. We craft innovative strategies that drive sustainable growth and success.

Responsibilities of a Senior Consultant include:

• Managing project phases for multiple clients across industries
• Supporting go-to-market strategies for People Advisory
• Developing People Consulting collateral, tools, and templates
• Analyzing HR metrics and generating reports
• Providing strategic HR advice, including workforce planning and organizational design
• Using tools like Power BI and SAS for data analysis
• Collaborating with senior colleagues and managing client relationships
• Participating in various consulting projects
• Maintaining effective communication and confidentiality
• Preparing business proposals and ensuring timely project completion

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Consulting, IT, Sales
• Industry: Accounting

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Would you like to shape the future of enterprise transformation by building strategic relationships with the world's leading management consulting firms in the Middle East?

Do you have the experience, business acumen, strategic insight, and executive presence to engage with C-suite leaders and top-tier consulting partners to drive business innovation at scale? In this role, you will own and develop AWS's strategic partnerships with global business consulting and advisory firms, helping enterprise clients realize the full value of their transformation journeys through the power of Amazon's proven practices and cloud capabilities.

This high-impact position requires a unique combination of skills such as strategic thinking and planning, executive relationship building, executive engagement for business outcomes, and enterprise transformation expertise. You will collaborate with senior consulting partners and enterprise executives to develop joint value propositions, go-to-market strategies, and transformation frameworks that accelerate customer success. You will be responsible for shaping the partnerships locally and for driving success in the strategic collaboration agreements.

You will represent the partnership to senior AWS leadership, Senior Consultancy leadership, and C-level clients. Your ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments and drive results at the intersection of strategy and technology will be crucial in establishing AWS as the partner of choice for enterprise transformation in the region.

• Identify and develop strategic transformation opportunities with global consulting partners and their enterprise clients in the Middle East region.
• Play a leadership role in the EMEA partnership organization, helping shape and execute our consulting partner strategy.
• Orchestrate collaboration between consulting partners, AWS teams, and enterprise customers to drive successful transformation outcomes.
• Build and maintain executive relationships with consulting firm leaders to develop and execute joint go-to-market strategies.
• Drive strategic business development initiatives while coordinating with key internal stakeholders (sales, partners, marketing, solutions architecture).
• Help consulting partners build and scale their AWS transformation practices and capabilities.
• Lead industry-specific innovation initiatives, bringing together customers and consulting partners to develop transformative solutions.
• Utilize internal systems and tools to track and report on partnership success metrics.
• Present regular business reviews to senior leadership on partnership development, transformation success stories, and strategic initiatives.
• Navigate complex stakeholder environments while maintaining pace with rapidly evolving market opportunities.

A day in the life:

The Strategic Partnerships team in EMEA is at the forefront of transforming how enterprises leverage Amazon's proven practices and cloud capabilities to accelerate their business transformation. We work at the intersection of strategy and innovation, partnering with the world's leading management consulting firms to help customers achieve ambitious transformation goals.

Our mission is to elevate AWS's role in enterprise transformation by building deep strategic relationships with global consulting firms and their clients. We don't just talk about technology; we help shape how businesses evolve, innovate, and succeed in the digital age by combining Amazon's culture of innovation with our partners' transformation expertise.

Our team culture reflects Amazon's Leadership Principles, particularly:

• Learn and Be Curious: We constantly explore new approaches to enterprise transformation.
• Think Big: We work with partners to reshape entire industries.
• Dive Deep: We combine strategic thinking with practical execution.
• Deliver Results: We measure success through customer outcomes.
• Earn Trust: We build lasting relationships with partners and customers.

Working in our team means:

• Engaging with senior executives and thought leaders.
• Driving innovation across diverse industries.
• Building strategic frameworks and assets.
• Operating in a fast-paced collaborative environment.
• Making significant impact at enterprise scale.

We're looking for someone who shares our passion for transformation and can help write the next chapter of our growth story in the Middle East region.

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Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating; that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud.

Here at AWS, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empowers us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.

We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Required Experience:

• 7 years of developing, negotiating, and executing business agreements experience.
• 7 years of professional or military experience.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience developing strategies that influence leadership decisions at the organizational level.
• Management Consulting in a top Firm (Ideally McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Kearney, Roland Berger).
• Experience as a founder or executive focused on related segments or as a practice leader or business unit owner.
• Experience selling to Fortune 1000 or Global 2000 organizations.

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A prestigious institution based in Abu Dhabi, offering a dynamic and innovative environment for professionals.

1. Lead enterprise network architecture: Design, implement, and optimize SDWAN, SDN, and hybrid cloud solutions.
2. Oversee the deployment and integration of ExpressRoute, Virtual WAN, and AWS Direct Connect to ensure seamless cloud connectivity.
3. Develop and enforce zero-trust models and encryption strategies to strengthen network security.
4. Oversee project management & Governance by leading large-scale and complex network projects while ensuring alignment with IT governance standards.
5. Assess and recommend emerging network technologies to drive innovation and improve operational efficiency.
6. Work closely with vendors and government agencies to ensure successful project execution and strategic alignment.

1. Extensive experience in enterprise network architecture, cloud connectivity, and security design.
2. Strong understanding of SDWAN, SDN, hybrid cloud solutions, and leading cloud connectivity services.
3. Expertise in zero-trust security models and encryption techniques.
4. Proven ability to manage large-scale network projects with governance alignment.
5. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

A prestigious institution based in Abu Dhabi, offering a dynamic and innovative environment for professionals.

• Lead enterprise network architecture: Design, implement, and optimize SDWAN, SDN, and hybrid cloud solutions.
• Oversee the deployment and integration of ExpressRoute, Virtual WAN, and AWS Direct Connect to ensure seamless cloud connectivity.
• Develop and enforce zero-trust models and encryption strategies to strengthen network security.
• Oversee project management & Governance by leading large-scale and complex network projects while ensuring alignment with IT governance standards.
• Assess and recommend emerging network technologies to drive innovation and improve operational efficiency.
• Work closely with vendors and government agencies to ensure successful project execution and strategic alignment.

• Extensive experience in enterprise network architecture, cloud connectivity, and security design.
• Strong understanding of SDWAN, SDN, hybrid cloud solutions, and leading cloud connectivity services.
• Expertise in zero-trust security models and encryption techniques.
• Proven ability to manage large-scale network projects with governance alignment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

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We are seeking a highly capable and resourceful Strategic Business Manager to support the Head of Media & Communication. This is a mid-level, high-impact role offering a unique opportunity to operate at the intersection of strategy, execution, innovation, and transformation across a dynamic and growing media portfolio.

The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker and a hands-on operator, capable of managing multiple initiatives, supporting investment decisions, and ensuring alignment between the media portfolio’s goals and business transformation efforts.

Key Responsibilities :

• Strategic Execution & Leadership SupportAct as a thought partner to the Head of Media & Communication, helping translate strategic priorities into actionable plans
• Coordinate key vertical-wide initiatives across OOH businesses and the advertising agency
• Monitor progress of transformation projects and ensure timely execution of key deliverables
• Business Planning & Operational OversightFacilitate cross-functional collaboration between media subsidiaries and central teams
• Identify performance gaps and improvement areas; propose and follow through on initiatives to optimize operations
• Support budget planning, KPI tracking, and performance reporting
• Growth & Investment SupportConduct market research and opportunity assessments for new business ventures (organic and inorganic)
• Assist in preparing investment memos, financial models, and business cases
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders for deal evaluation and execution
• Innovation & AI EnablementCollaborate with internal innovation teams to pilot AI or tech-led initiatives across subsidiaries
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• Communication & ReportingPrepare high-quality presentations, board materials, and strategic communications
• Serve as a liaison between the media vertical and supporting business functions (e.g., Strategy, Finance, Transformation)

Experience & Skills :

• 5–8 years of experience in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, business operations, or media / advertising / tech environments
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives in complex organizations
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• High ownership mindset, with ability to work independently and under pressure
• Understanding of the media or advertising landscape is a strong plus

Education : Why Join Us :

• Work directly with executive leadership on high-priority strategic initiatives
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• Operate in a fast-paced environment that values initiative, innovation, and impact

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