Strategy Manager

HOW YOU WILL LEAD

EMIR is seeking exceptional individuals with strong management consulting and strategy experience to join our team of elite consultants. We are looking for a dynamic and skilled Strategy Manager who is based in Dubai or willing to relocate there. 

Your role will be to provide support to EMIR’s clients in various areas, including strategy formulation, innovation, public policy advice, stakeholder and team management, as well as project planning and execution. You will have the opportunity to work on some of the most exciting and confidential projects in the UAE.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in delivering complex consulting projects of a sensitive nature, be adept at navigating complex business environments, have a creative mind, diverse background, ambitious attitude, and high-growth mindset.

Do you possess the expertise, assurance, and acumen to fuel the heart of an exclusive boutique advisory firm working with some of the Middle East’s most selective and influential intelligence network for CEOs, senior government officials, and other high achievers? 

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE

• Support the development and implementation of comprehensive strategies in complex, sensitive, and fast-paced projects
• Analyse market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities and threats
• Help refine the firm’s methodologies and practices through continuous learning and adventure
• Assist in high-level project management initiatives, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget.
• Participate in sophisticated analysis, research, modelling and document creation that supports strategic decision-making and investment opportunities
• Assist in the project planning processes, including resource allocation, timelines, and risk management
• Ensure the implementation of a robust daily and weekly reporting mechanism, as necessary, that provides insights into project progress, issues, and achievements
• Engage with key stakeholders, including third-party consultants and vendors, effectively communicating strategies and project updates to ensure alignment and buy-in
• Prepare and deliver compelling presentations to senior management and external clients
• Contribute to team management, fostering an environment of collaboration and excellence; manage and guide the work of junior team members as required

REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• 5-8 years of experience in strategy consulting, management consulting, or a related field. Preferably with skills or knowledge in real estate and large-scale projects. 
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Economics, Public Policy, Innovation, Organisation Design, or related fields. Postgraduate degree is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in project management, delivery, and strategic planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented mindset.
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and project management software
• Solid understanding of modern tech/AI tools and their applicability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

DO MEANINGFUL WORK

If this role matches your skills, experience and motivations then please submit your resume below.

In return, we provide a supportive and progressive environment with a wide range of opportunities for you to grow personally and professionally.

EMIR values diversity. We are committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome applicants regardless of ethnic origin, national origin, gender, race, colour, religious beliefs, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or age.

ABOUT EMIR

EMIR, an exclusive boutique advisory and research firm, harnesses the extraordinary network effect of Boardroom by EMIR, the Middle East’s most selective and influential intelligence network for CEOs, senior government officials, and other high achievers. With an invite-only approach, an EMIR engagement can only begin at the highest levels – the Board, the CEO, and the minister.

Positioned upstream from the standard Request for Proposal (RFP) process, EMIR offers invaluable guidance to leaders grappling with complex transformations, providing clarity, future strategic foresight, and access to a network of powerhouse leaders who can solve any problem.

Our elite cadre of experts comprises former government officials, esteemed CEOs, globally renowned futurists, visionary economists, tech thought leaders, legal titans, security analysts and a former MI6 agent.