Director - General Services (UAE National)

Job description / Role

We seek an experienced Director to lead and transform the integrated general services, ensuring operational excellence, quality, and a sustainable workplace.

Client Details

Dynamic, complex and prestigious organisation, consistently driving change and evolution across the Abu Dhabi landscape.

Description

* Develop and implement general services strategies and operational plans.
* Provide strategic oversight for facilities management, HSE, administrative support, logistics, and guest services.
* Manage external vendors and ensure service quality and value.
* Drive efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement across all functions.
* Lead, mentor, and develop the general services team.
* Contribute to strategic objectives and budget management.

Job Offer

* Attractive salary
* Opportunity to lead the critical function of a leading organisation in Abu Dhabi

* Must have proven experience as a Director or Executive Leader for General Services, or related, within a large, complex organisation.
* Strong strategic planning and policy development skills.
* In-depth knowledge of facilities management, HSE regulations, administrative support, logistics, and guest management best practices.
* Excellent negotiation, contract management, and budget management skills.
* Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management abilities.
* Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.
* Proactive, results-oriented approach with a commitment to continuous improvement.

About the Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal

The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.