Line of Service AdvisoryIndustry/Sector IMA X-SectorSpecialism DealsManagement Level Director & Summary Deals Strategy & Value Realization (DSVR) provides strategic and operational advice across the deal continuum from setting the deal strategy to post-deal execution. Examples of services we undertake include advising funds on developing the right strategy, identifying issues and points of negotiation and value, executing the deal seamlessly, and implementing changes to deliver synergies and improvements post integration. Our team includes a diverse mix of profiles with people with relevant strategy, investment, and operations experience combined with deep industry expertise. Our clients include regional and international corporates, leading private equity houses, family offices, major banks and investment funds, and government entities.What to consider before applyingThis role requires the candidate to have worked or currently working in the Middle East market.Role ResponsibilitiesAs a Director focused on the Industrials Manufacturing and Automotive sector, youll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Provide expert guidance on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures to optimize transaction outcomesLead project teams in delivering high-quality advisory services, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budgetManaging the client relationship on a day-to-day basis including other stakeholdersStructuring and ensuring the development of reports encompassing the relevant analysis, findings and recommendationsSupporting on business development efforts across key geographies in the GCC and within various sectorsTaking an active role in new business development and pursuit activities, including client lead maturation, proposal development, and closing new business opportunitiesIdentifying and addressing client needs: building, maintaining, and utilizing networks of client relationshipsDeveloping high-impact work plans: prioritizing issues that drive the answer, developing creative ways to prove or disprove hypotheses, estimating time and resourcing required for work modulesManaging project workstreams and developing proposals, deliverables and reportsRequirements12+ years relevant experience in a strategy consulting firm or corporate strategy roles preferably with a focus on the Industrial, Manufacturing, and/or Automotive industries supporting the Middle EastExperience with deals, M&A and Joint Ventures, strong understanding of mergers, integrations, spin-offs and/or divestiture transactions, including options analyses and recommendationsDeep understanding of sector-specific dynamics, including market trends, competitive landscape, and operational challengesConfident in pursuit activities and obtaining new business including proposal development, and closing new business opportunitiesProven track record of success in developing corporate, portfolio strategies and delivering commercial due diligence projectsHands on experience with assisting clients in strategic planning and business reviews; growth, market entry and international expansion; and market opportunity sizingExperience with developing and executing programs on production localisation, attracting FDI and developing outward direct investment programsAbility to exercise business judgment, communicate persuasively and generate insights to build trusting client relationshipsProven ability to lead complex projects and manage cross-functional teamsComfortable providing direction, coaching and guidance to junior resourcesAbility to project poise, confidence and professional maturity in both internal and external situations; engaging and concise with good interpersonal presence, comfortable both in the C-suite and team room settingsProficient in English, Arabic speaking considered a plusYour flexibility to travel 20%-40% of the time. This means we may require you to work away from your base office location on a regular basis and frequent overnight stays may be required. Where possible, we will take your preferences into account and strike a balance between meeting your career development/personal needs and those of the business and our clients.Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified) Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)Required SkillsOptional SkillsDesired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)Travel Requirements Up to 40%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? YesGovernment Clearance Required? NoJob Posting End Date

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