Senior Manager - Strategy & Planning
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Our client is a dynamic holding group shaping the future of key sectors in the UAE and they are looking for a Strategy & Planning Senior Manager who will lead the strategic engine of the organization.
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Overview
Our client is a dynamic holding group shaping the future of key sectors in the UAE and they are looking for a Strategy & Planning Senior Manager who will lead the strategic engine of the organization.
Responsibilities
- Design & drive the Group’s 1–5 year strategy, aligned with national priorities
- Set & monitor KPIs across 10+ portfolio companies — turning data into action
- Lead transformation programs (digital, operational, governance) with C-suite impact
- Build executive dashboards, board papers, and decision-ready insights
- Coordinate across HR, Finance, IT, Legal & portfolio CEOs to unlock synergies
Qualifications
- 8–12 years in corporate strategy, consulting (BCG/McKinsey/Kearney/PwC/EY), or investment groups in a strategy role.
- Proven experience in holding companies or large conglomerates
- Master’s degree (MBA/MSc preferred) + strong financial modelling & PowerPoint skills
- Ability to influence C-suite leaders, manage complexity, and deliver under pressure
Required Skills
- Turning vision into execution
- Connecting strategy across silos
- Building governance frameworks that stick
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