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Ref: GP186-4145
Job description / Role
Charterhouse is working with a prominent organisation in Qatar who is looking to hire a Director of Strategy & Product Development who will be responsible for developing and executing the corporate strategy, as well as supporting the organisations initiatives and assisting with product development, coordinating the production of business intelligence reports and driving the completion of management reports.
You will lead the strategy development by analysing the market, industry and competitors as well as internal drivers; support the business with product development by advising on and proposing new initiatives, strategies or projects; support key business units such as the PMO guiding them through and implementing the approved strategy of same. Working closely with the board and management producing management information, business intelligence reports and presentations for the board/external stakeholders; drive and execute strategic plans and lead the development of new ‘outward’ looking strategic initiatives, feasibility studies and other business research as necessary.
Requirements
The successful candidate should have a minimum of 12 years relevant work experience with at least 3 years holding managerial responsibilities. You should have the ability to build strong relationships, influence and inspire excellence and hold a Degree in business administration, economics or statistics ideally with an MBA. You should have knowledge in macro and micro economic fundamentals and the financial services industry and its regulations and processes and products. You should also be familiar with the global economic landscape in the FS sector with a good understanding of investment management/evaluation and ‘knowhow” of the Middle East economic policy and ways of working. In addition, you should be a results driven individual, with a strong financial acumen and excellent communication skills along with knowledge of company incorporation/formation and project management processes and best practices is also required.
About the Company
The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.
Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne and Sydney.