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Senior Manager - CEO's Office & Strategic Initiatives
Job summary
A confidential company in the UAE seeks a seasoned professional to support the CEO on strategic priorities and initiatives. Key responsibilities include partnering on strategic planning, leading initiatives, and conducting business evaluations. Ideal candidates possess 8–12+ years of relevant experience, strong business acumen, and excellent communication skills. This role emphasizes collaboration with senior leadership and managing complex projects in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications
- 8–12+ years of relevant experience in strategy, consulting, or senior operational roles.
- Strong understanding of business strategy and organizational dynamics.
- Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Partner closely with the CEO on strategic planning and decision-making.
- Lead CEO-sponsored strategic initiatives from concept through execution.
- Prepare high-quality briefing materials and recommendations.
Skills
A confidential and high-impact role within the CEO’s Office, supporting the Chief Executive Officer on strategic priorities, critical initiatives, and cross-functional execution. The role acts as an extension of the CEO, working closely on business, strategy, and special projects that are central to the organization’s mandate and long-term objectives.
The position is designed for a seasoned professional with strong business acumen, strategic thinking, and the ability to drive execution in a complex environment.
- Partner closely with the CEO on strategic planning, priority setting, and decision-making
- Lead and manage CEO-sponsored strategic initiatives from concept through execution
- Conduct business analysis, market assessments, and strategic evaluations
- Prepare high-quality briefing materials, presentations, and recommendations for the CEO
- Coordinate with senior leadership to ensure alignment and follow-through on critical initiatives
- Track execution of key priorities and proactively address risks or bottlenecks
- Represent the CEO in meetings, working sessions, and internal forums as required
- Support confidential and sensitive projects involving multiple stakeholders
- Assist with board, shareholder, or government-related matters when relevant
- 8–12+ years of relevant experience in strategy, consulting, corporate development, investments, or senior operational roles
- Strong understanding of business strategy and organizational dynamics
- Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional initiatives
- High level of discretion, judgment, and professionalism
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Confident working with senior executives and influencing without formal authority
- Self-starter with strong problem-solving and execution capabilities
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