Associate Director - Strategy

About KPMG Qatar

KPMG has had a presence in Qatar for nearly 47 years. We opened for business in Qatar in 1977 and are now one of the largest and most prestigious professional services firms in the country.

KPMG in Qatar employs over 350 professional staff and partners. We recruit the best and brightest from around the world and currently employ 28 nationalities. For our clients, this means we provide Audit, Tax and Advisory services locally, drawing on the latest thinking and best practice from around the world.

Business Unit Overview

KPMG's Advisory practice is one of the largest Advisory businesses worldwide and the major growth area for our organization. Our services are focused on the Finance Function, and we work with clients in identifying and tackling their challenges in Growth, Governance and Performance. Our Advisory teams support businesses as they restructure and expand, whether organically or by acquisition. We help them to become more efficient and provide support as they adapt to the challenges posed by a rapidly changing business environment

Role Overview

In this role, you will lead the delivery of high-impact strategy and economic advisory engagements for government clients across the GCC. You will focus on developing actionable strategies, conducting economic analyses, and supporting large-scale transformation initiatives. Leveraging your bilingual (English & Arabic) communication skills, you will manage client relationships, drive business development, and contribute to the growth of the Strategy practice.

Primary Job Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

• Lead and manage the delivery of strategy, economic advisory, and transformation projects, ensuring high-quality and timely outcomes.
• Drive business development efforts by identifying opportunities, developing proposals, and leading client presentations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key government stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor on strategic initiatives.
• Conduct in-depth economic analysis, policy assessments, and feasibility studies to support public sector reforms and initiatives.
• Develop and validate financial models that inform strategic decision-making and economic forecasting.
• Deliver cross-sector advisory across industries such as manufacturing, construction, oil & gas, and financial services.
• Guide internal teams on project execution, ensuring alignment with client expectations and strategic objectives.
• Support digital and innovation-related projects where applicable, contributing to national transformation agendas.
• Communicate findings and recommendations effectively through high-quality presentations and reports in both English and Arabic.
• Stay current with regional economic trends, regulatory changes, and strategic frameworks to inform client solutions.

Qualification and Experience

• 10+ years of experience with a leading strategy or Big 4 consulting firm in the GCC/Middle East, with at least 8+ years focused on public sector strategy, economic advisory, or transformation.
• Demonstrated success in winning and delivering large-scale consulting engagements, particularly in the government sector.
• Proven ability to develop client relationships and deliver high-impact results in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
• Strong financial modeling skills to support strategic decision-making and economic forecasting.
• Broad industry experience, including but not limited to energy, industrials, construction, financial services, and public administration.
• Exposure to digital transformation and innovation-related projects is an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills, with professional fluency in both English and Arabic (written and spoken).
• Strong analytical, presentation, and negotiation skills, with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with experience managing and mentoring diverse consulting teams.
• Master’s degree in economics or a related field (Compulsory)
• CA / CFA / MBA (Preferred)
• PMP and/or Prince2 Certification (Preferred)