Hanson Search is partnering with a rapidly expanding, well-backed business group in the Middle East, embarking on an exciting new phase of growth. As the business scales, our client is looking for a dynamic and strategic leader to drive success, combining innovative thinking, strong financial expertise, and operational efficiency.
As Head of Strategy, you will play a critical role in shaping and executing the strategic direction of the business, ensuring sustainable growth and maintaining a competitive edge across the region.
Role Overview Corporate Strategy and Financial Leadership
As Head of Strategy, you will develop and implement high-level strategic plans to drive business growth. Your primary focus will be aligning expansion with financial discipline and operational excellence. This leadership role will involve close collaboration with the executive team to ensure alignment on financial performance and operational priorities while providing forward-looking insights to support long-term decision-making.
We are looking for a driven individual with a strong financial background and an entrepreneurial mindset, capable of leading the company through its next phase of expansion.
Key Responsibilities Strategic Planning, Financial Management, and Business Expansion Across the Middle East
- Develop and implement long-term strategies to drive business growth, market expansion, and profitability across the Middle East.
- Apply your financial expertise to assess performance, create financial forecasts, and identify areas for cost control, profitability, and value creation.
- Identify new growth opportunities, and drive the development of new markets, partnerships, and business initiatives.
- Conduct in-depth market analysis to identify industry trends, emerging opportunities, and risks, and use these insights to inform strategic decisions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency, streamline processes, and ensure scalable growth.
- Lead internal teams and external partners, providing strategic guidance, fostering collaboration, and promoting a culture of innovation and excellence.
- Assess and mitigate risks associated with strategic decisions, ensuring the business remains resilient in a fast-evolving market.
Required Experience Consulting, Private Equity, Investment Banking or Corporate Finance Background
- A solid financial background with experience in financial modelling, business forecasting, and cost management.
- Previous experience in management consulting, corporate finance, investment banking, or private equity, ideally working with high-growth businesses.
- A proactive, hands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments, with experience in driving innovation and scalability.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex data and make informed, strategic decisions that drive long-term success.
- Proven track record of leading teams and engaging with senior stakeholders to align on strategic priorities and execute business initiatives.
- Ability to collaborate across departments, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and navigate challenges with flexibility and determination.
Ideal Background Corporate Strategy, Growth, and Transformation
- Experience in a leading consulting firm with exposure to strategic planning, financial analysis, and business transformation.
- Experience evaluating and driving growth strategies for high-potential businesses, focusing on financial performance and scalability.
- Strong background in valuations, financial analysis, and corporate strategy, particularly in high-growth sectors.
- Experience in tech or SaaS sectors, particularly in scaling businesses, product innovation, and driving data-driven decision-making.
- Experience leading the strategic direction of businesses across diverse sectors, with a focus on scaling and operational excellence.
Why Join Lead Corporate Strategy for a Scaling Business Group in the Middle East
- Be part of an exciting, fast-growing business with significant opportunities for professional development.
- Lead high-impact projects that will shape the company's future in a rapidly expanding market.
- Work in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment with a passionate, innovative team.
If you have the experience and expertise to drive strategy in a fast-evolving market, apply now!
