Managing Director (EMIRATI)

We are hiring a 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 for an exciting leadership opportunity within the technology and innovation sector in 𝐃𝐮𝐛𝐚𝐢.This is a senior leadership position for a commercially driven executive who can shape strategy, accelerate growth, build high-value partnerships, and lead the organisation through its next stage of development.𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬-Define and execute the organisation’s growth strategy, identifying new markets, commercial opportunities, partnerships, and initiatives capable of delivering sustainable long-term value.-Take ownership of overall business performance, translating strategic priorities into clear commercial, financial, and operational objectives.-Build influential relationships with investors, corporate leaders, government stakeholders, strategic partners, and other key decision-makers across the UAE and wider GCC.-Lead major business development opportunities, negotiations, strategic alliances, and market expansion initiatives while strengthening the organisation’s regional presence.-Establish strong governance and operating discipline across financial performance, resource allocation, organisational priorities, and executive decision-making.-Build, mentor, and empower a high-performing leadership team while creating a culture centred around entrepreneurship, accountability, innovation, and execution.𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬-12+ years of progressive leadership experience across technology, innovation, investment, strategy, business development, or high-growth organisations.-Proven track record of building, scaling, or transforming businesses and converting strategic opportunities into measurable commercial results.-Strong commercial and financial judgement with experience across revenue growth, strategic partnerships, investment, fundraising, or business expansion.-Deep understanding of the UAE and GCC business environment, with the executive presence to engage confidently with senior corporate, government, investor, and external stakeholders.-Entrepreneurial and highly execution-focused, with the ability to operate effectively in dynamic environments where priorities and opportunities evolve quickly.-Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Technology, or a related discipline; postgraduate qualifications such as an MBA would be advantageous.𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠This is an opportunity to take a highly influential leadership position within a growing technology and innovation business, shaping its commercial direction, expanding strategic relationships, and building the platform for its next phase of growth.𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲If you are a senior business leader with a strong track record of growth, transformation, and commercial execution across the UAE or GCC, we would be pleased to hear from you.***Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted***