Chief Strategy Officer

Job description / Role

The company is a worldwide market leader in its field! It is a publically listed company with over twenty five years of experience in the industry.

This new role has been created due to the company’s exciting plan for growth in the coming decade and will be focussing leading this second part of the company’s strategy: expanding into new sectors of housing and construction.

Role

Take responsibility for the Company’s strategy, for all areas outside of the existing core business
Structure and manage the identification of potential partnerships and acquisitions that align with the company strategy
Ensure the smooth integration of partnerships and acquisitions into the company
Track the performance of partnerships and acquisitions, providing high-level support and action where necessary

Requirements

Critical Skills

Total comfort working with senior managers from different countries and cultures
Excellent structuring and process management
Strong analytical and research capabilities
Pragmatic approach to complex and ambiguous challenges
Ability to unite and lead people towards a clear long term vision
Crisp, concise and engaging communication style
Personal drive and passion
Entrepreneurial spirit

To be considered for the role you must have/be:

Degree(s) preferably in engineering and/or business from leading universities
5+ years of management consulting or investment banking experience at a top tier institution
Experience of managing due diligence and acquisitions
Experience working in emerging markets
Knowledge of affordable housing and building technologies a strong bonus, especially if supported by a strong network of contacts

About the Company

We lead in the creation and delivery of innovative workforce solutions and services that enable our clients to win in the changing world of work.

ManpowerGroup powers the success of many of the world's most dynamic organizations. We deliver innovative workforce solutions that enhance competitiveness, increase efficiency and spur productivity. Combining global reach with local expertise - 3600 offices in over 80 countries - we know the changing world of work and bring a deep understanding of the companies we work for and the industries we service.

ManpowerGroup entered the Middle East in December 2007 after acquiring local company Clarendon Parker, thus bringing 15 years in-depth local knowledge combined with a global footprint and industry shaping expertise and thought leadership. Manpower Middle East supports clients in the Middle East and North Africa regions. Our business is aligned to key skill specializations to ensure our clients requirements are met by expert and knowledgeable consultants that understand your industry and role requirement.

Our consultants are experts in finding the right talent across all industries in a broad-range of occupations including:

• IT & Telecommunications
• Engineering & Construction, Oil & Gas
• Banking, Finance & Legal
• Sales & Business Development
• Marketing, Public Relations & Communications
• Human Resources & Training
• Customer & Support Services (Secretarial and Administrative)
• Operational, Supply Chain & Logistics
• Executive Recruitment
• Emiratization Solutions
• Recruitment Program Outsourcing Solutions
• Managed Service Provider Solutions
• Talent Based Outsourcing Solutions
• Outsourced Staffing Solutions