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AstraZeneca

<div>Location Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Job ID R-253423 Date posted 31/05/2026</div>
 <div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Introduction to Role</h2>
Lead the technology strategy for International commercial lT across global markets! Based in Dubai, this position leads all aspects of the International region, including Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific, alongside consultative coverage for Japan, China, and Russia.
The role involves setting the strategic direction for platforms, data, infrastructure, and engineering. Performing the role of senior technology partner to digital and AI leaders, the focus is on co-owning outcomes and ensuring solutions are secure and scalable. This is an opportunity to lead a 50-person team, bringing global capabilities like CRM, MarTech, and AI insight agents into local markets to improve patient care.
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Accountabilities</h2>
The core focus of this role spans strategy, delivery, and governance. For strategy and AI partnership, responsibilities include defining the International technology strategy to align with Group direction and creating a phased delivery plan for different regions. Acting as the primary technology counterpart to the Regional Digital Leader involves providing leadership for the commercial AI roadmap. Regarding global delivery and architecture, the role accelerates enterprise solution adoption and embeds security and compliance standards. This requires establishing clear ownership boundaries between technology and the business while adapting AI-ready data foundations for local markets. Ecosystem and financial management involve engaging partners with specific regional expertise and managing the annual International technology budget to optimise spend. Finally, people and governance duties cover leading a cross-border team to foster a culture of continuous improvement, as well as holding joint accountability for regulatory, control, and security strategies to ensure accurate management reporting.
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Essential Skills and Experience</h2>
<ul><li>A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a relevant field is required.</li>
<li>Candidates need 20 plus years of practical experience with commercial IT systems, specifically CRM platforms like Veeva or Salesforce, MarTech, and enterprise data solutions.</li>
<li>Capability in crafting and deploying AI data foundations is strictly necessary.</li>
<li>The role demands experience executing IT strategy within regulated multinational environments, alongside the financial acumen to manage large technology budgets.</li>
<li>Communication skills are essential to translate architectural concepts into clear business terms.</li>
<li>Demonstrated leadership with the ability to influence stakeholders across cultures and seniority levels is also required.</li>
</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Desirable Skills and Experience</h2>
<ul><li>A Master&rsquo;s degree, MBA, or certifications in Enterprise Architecture or Agile delivery methodologies are preferred.</li>
<li>A background in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry provides a distinct advantage, especially with experience operating in emerging markets and navigating varying regulations.</li>
<li>Previous experience partnering with business-owned AI, digital, or data science functions to scale machine learning models is highly desirable.</li>
</ul>Employee Benefits
AstraZeneca offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support health, well-being, and career growth! The package includes generous annual leave, funding for continuous professional development, and access to global well-being programmes.
Flexible working arrangements are also provided to ensure a sustainable work-life balance.
Working Environment and Company Culture
Bringing diverse teams together inspires ideas that lead to life-changing medicines! In-person working provides a platform to connect and work effectively. Employees work a minimum of three days per week from the office, balancing this expectation with individual flexibility. Joining the Technology community at this time means scaling a digital strategy that impacts how quickly medicines reach patients. The environment encourages collaboration with scientists, engineers, and commercial leaders to test ideas, build data platforms, and industrialise AI. The culture combines high standards with experimentation, valuing kindness alongside ambition.
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Call to Action</h2>
Lead the strategy and delivery supporting Commercial AI &amp; Digital across international markets from Dubai. Apply today to shape technology at an enterprise scale!
Date Posted
01-Jun-2026
Closing Date
18-Jun-2026
AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.</div></div><div></div>

Executive Director - Commercial IT Business Partner, International

TGP International

<div>TGP International
WE CREATE, DESIGN AND BUILD AWARD WINNING WORLD-CLASS F&amp;B AND RETAIL BRANDS FOR OUR CLIENTS AND PARTNERS
TGP International are a hospitality consultancy based in London and Dubai. We team up with passionate brands, clients and entrepreneurs to make their long-term vision a reality through concept development, creative interior design, graphic design &amp; branding, franchising, advisory &amp; operational services and project management.
Some of our clients include: Dubai Expo 2020, Marriott, Hilton, Waldorf Astoria, Harrods, Sushi Samba, Adrift Burger Bar, Nakheel Malls, Selfridges, Time Out Market, FIFA World Cup 2022, The National, and Tashas.
Do you have a real passion for food and hospitality? Are you a foodie? Does the idea of creating world-class restaurants, food halls and F&amp;B excite you?
As the world&rsquo;s leading hospitality agency, offering an outstanding 360 degree service to our clients, we are constantly striving to be the best and lead the sector in F&amp;B and hospitality consultancy. We need a driven and creative person to join our fun and dynamic team and have a direct contribution and client exposure on some of the world&rsquo;s leading projects. 
Requirements 
The Role: Strategy &amp; Masterplanning Director
The job location can be from any of our offices: London, Cairo, Dubai, Riyadh
The Strategy &amp; Masterplanning Director is responsible for leading and growing TGP's Strategy &amp; Masterplanning practice, ensuring the successful delivery of all strategic advisory projects while driving innovation, client satisfaction, commercial performance, and team development.
As a senior client advisor, the Director will build trusted relationships with clients, taking the time to deeply understand their challenges, ambitions, operational realities, and commercial objectives. They will be responsible for translating complex business problems into clear strategic questions, designing analytical approaches that uncover actionable insights, and developing tailored solutions that create measurable value for clients.
The Director will lead multidisciplinary teams through large-scale research, data analysis, market evaluation, and strategic planning processes, transforming complex findings into compelling narratives, creative strategies, and inspirational recommendations that distinguish TGP from traditional consultancies.
The role will also play a key part in growing TGP's market presence by identifying opportunities to expand client relationships, develop new service offerings, and position TGP as the leading hospitality strategy and experience consultancy in the region.
The Director is responsible for upholding TGP's values, maintaining the reputation of the Advisory department, and acting as a champion of TGP's 5E Customer Service philosophy.
Role and Responsibilities
 1. Strategy, Masterplanning &amp; Client Advisory
Strategic Leadership
a) Lead the development, delivery and implementation of client-facing hospitality strategy projects including:<ul><li>Master Planning</li><li>Feasibility Studies</li><li>Throughput Analysis</li><li>Management Consultancy Services</li><li>Operational Consultancy Services</li><li>Brand Curation Services</li><li>Market Assessments</li><li>Concept Development</li><li>Destination Strategy</li><li>Asset Positioning</li></ul>
b) Act as the senior strategic advisor on all strategy projects.
c) Lead project scoping, methodology development, timelines, resource planning, and delivery frameworks.
d) Provide final review and approval of all strategic outputs, recommendations, reports, and presentations.
e) Drive the evolution of TGP's strategic advisory services, methodologies, tools, and intellectual property. 
 Client Management &amp; Relationship Development
f) Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships founded on trust, credibility, and strategic value.
g) Invest time in understanding client businesses, operational challenges, investment objectives, stakeholder priorities, and market context.
h) Facilitate workshops, interviews, and stakeholder engagement sessions to identify root causes of business challenges rather than simply responding to stated requirements.
i) Translate client needs into tailored strategic solutions that align with commercial, operational, and brand objectives.
j) Identify opportunities to strengthen relationships through cross-selling, upselling, and introduction of wider TGP services.
k) Position TGP as a strategic partner rather than a transactional consultant. 
 Problem Definition &amp; Analytical Leadership
l) Lead teams through structured problem-solving methodologies to clearly define client challenges and project objectives.
m) Design analytical frameworks and research methodologies that support evidence-based decision making.
n) Guide teams through large and complex data analysis exercises, including market, operational, financial, customer, and competitive data.
o) Ensure insights are derived from data in a way that remains focused on solving client business problems rather than simply reporting findings.
p) Challenge assumptions and identify emerging trends, opportunities, risks, and innovation opportunities.
q) Drive clarity and alignment when working with ambiguous, incomplete, or conflicting information. 
 Insight-Led Strategy &amp; Innovation
r) Translate analytical findings into clear, compelling, and actionable strategic recommendations.
s) Develop creative and inspirational strategies that combine commercial rigour with innovative thinking.
t) Ensure recommendations are grounded in insight while pushing clients towards differentiated and future-focused solutions.
u) Lead the creation of compelling strategic narratives that inspire confidence and support decision making.
v) Champion innovation, thought leadership, and trend analysis to ensure TGP remains ahead of industry developments.
w) Create strategic outputs that differentiate TGP from traditional consultancies through a combination of insight, creativity, practicality, and implementation focus.
x) Test new methodologies, technologies, and approaches while tracking effectiveness and outcomes.
y) Actively participate in TGP's 360 process from a strategic perspective.
z) Attend weekly Advisory and Design meetings to update leadership on project performance, team workload, and strategic opportunities.
2. Finance &amp; Profitability
a) Monitor project billing, collection, and financial performance.
b) Develop and contribute to territory business plans and growth strategies.
c) Maximise revenue opportunities across strategy projects and wider TGP services.
d) Ensure profitability targets and project margins are achieved.
e) Negotiate third-party consultant fees and supplier agreements.
f) Assess project feasibility and risk prior to partner approval.
g) Develop management information systems and performance reporting to support business growth and resource planning.
h) Contribute to annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
i) Review quarterly forecasts and identify performance variances.
j) Monitor territory profit and loss performance and recommend corrective actions where required.
3. Project Leadership
(Where assigned as Project Lead)
a) Coordinate and chair project meetings.
b) Manage project programmes, deliverables, and stakeholder communications.
c) Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to TGP quality standards.
d) Attend site visits, workshops, and client presentations.
e) Provide strategic leadership and subject matter expertise throughout project delivery.
f) Manage relationships with all external stakeholders.
g) Obtain stakeholder feedback and approvals as required.
h) Facilitate collaboration across TGP departments to ensure integrated project delivery.
i) Ensure strategic recommendations remain aligned with brand, commercial, and operational objectives.
j) Manage effective project handover between departments and project phases.
4. People Leadership
a) Lead recruitment, retention, and development of the Strategy &amp; Masterplanning team.
b) Approve all strategy team recruitment decisions.
c) Develop workforce planning and resource allocation strategies.
d) Mentor and coach team members in consulting, analytical thinking, client management, and strategic problem solving.
e) Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
f) Conduct monthly team meetings and regular performance reviews.
g) Develop personal development plans and career pathways for team members.
h) Lead intern and graduate development programmes.
i) Ensure resources are effectively managed to meet client commitments.
j) Communicate resource requirements and capacity challenges to the Leadership Team.
5. Business Development &amp; Market Growth
a) Actively build market presence through conferences, industry events, thought leadership, and networking activities.
b) Identify opportunities to expand existing client relationships and generate new business opportunities.
c) Lead strategic pitches, proposals, and presentations.
d) Support marketing initiatives with market insights, project learnings, and thought leadership content.
e) Maintain awareness of market trends, investor activity, hospitality innovation, and competitive movements.
f) Drive client retention, satisfaction, and long-term relationship growth through TGP's 5E Customer Service philosophy.
g) Promote TGP's integrated 360 service offering across all client engagements.
h) Contribute to positioning TGP as the leading hospitality strategy, masterplanning, and experience consultancy in the region.
QUALIFICATIONS &amp; EXPERIENCE
Education<ul><li>Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management, Business, Economics, Real Estate, Urban Planning, Architecture, Strategy, or a related discipline.</li><li>Master's Degree (MBA or equivalent) desirable.</li></ul> 
Experience<ul><li>Minimum 10 years' experience in hospitality consulting, real estate advisory, strategy consulting, destination development, or management consultancy.</li><li>Minimum 2 years in a senior leadership role.</li><li>Demonstrated experience leading large-scale strategic advisory projects.</li><li>Strong understanding of GCC hospitality, tourism, mixed-use, and destination development sectors.</li><li>Experience managing senior client relationships and executive stakeholders.</li><li>Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams through complex analytical and strategic challenges.</li></ul> 
Technical Skills &amp; Knowledge<ul><li>Strategic Planning &amp; Business Transformation</li><li>Hospitality &amp; Destination Strategy</li><li>Masterplanning &amp; Feasibility Analysis</li><li>Financial Modelling &amp; Commercial Analytics</li><li>Market Research &amp; Data Analysis</li><li>Client Relationship Management</li><li>Facilitation &amp; Stakeholder Engagement</li><li>Innovation &amp; Concept Development</li><li>Business Development &amp; Proposal Writing</li><li>GCC Market Knowledge</li><li>Presentation &amp; Storytelling Skills</li><li>Leadership &amp; Team Development</li></ul> 
Key Competencies<ul><li>Strategic Thinking</li><li>Commercial Acumen</li><li>Client Centricity</li><li>Analytical Problem Solving</li><li>Creativity &amp; Innovation</li><li>Executive Presence</li><li>Influencing &amp; Negotiation</li><li>Communication &amp; Storytelling</li><li>Leadership &amp; Coaching</li><li>Collaboration &amp; Team Building</li><li>Results Orientation</li></ul> 
Benefits 
TGP International Employee Benefits:
Five-Day Work Week: Standard Monday to Friday schedule.
Hybrid Work Arrangement: Three days in the office and two days working remotely.
Incentive Plan: Company incentive scheme offering up to 10%&mdash;5% for introductions and 5% for successful closures.
Annual Leave: 22 working days of paid annual leave, excluding weekends.
Remote Work Flexibility: One additional week per year to work remotely from your home country, which can be combined with up to two consecutive weeks of annual leave.
Coaching &amp; Mentoring: Structured professional development through a dedicated coaching and mentoring program.
Annual Company Gathering: A global team event bringing together employees from all offices.
Employee Recognition Program: Regular recognition initiatives celebrating outstanding performance and contributions.</div>

Strategy & Masterplanning Director

The First Group Hospitality

<div>Overview:
<div>
Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection is a lifestyle luxury hotel located in the Dubai Marina district of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Standing at 377 meters, Ciel is the tallest hotel in the world boasting 1,004 guestrooms featuring floor-to-ceiling panoramic glass windows, eight dining destinations, three outdoor swimming pools including one of the world's highest infinity pools, a luxury spa, and a state-of-the-art gymnasium. Designed by award-winning architects Norr, the skyscraper is a global symbol of modern engineering and luxury.</div><div> 
</div><div>Ciel is strategically located at the gateway to Dubai Marina, offering direct access to key tourist attractions, beaches, retail centres, and transport networks. The property was developed by The First Group, a renowned UAE-based global property investment firm and is part of IHG Hotels &amp; Resorts&rsquo; Vignette Collection. Discover more at https://www.vignettecollectionhotels.com/cieldubai.</div><div></div><div> 
The First Group Hospitality is a Dubai-headquartered, full-service hospitality management company specialising in hotel operations, asset management, and F&amp;B strategy. With a team of industry veterans and a proven track record, the company delivers tailored solutions that enhance efficiency, optimise revenue, and maximise asset value for investors and hotel owners. As a trusted third-party hotel management provider, The First Group Hospitality partners with leading global brands to drive operational excellence and long-term profitability, thanks to expertise spanning property performance optimisation, cost management, and guest experience enhancement.</div><div> 
</div><div>Beyond management, The First Group Hospitality develops and operates a dynamic portfolio of upscale hotels, residences, and award-winning restaurants, creating high-value hospitality assets that stand out in the market. For more information, visit tfghospitality.com</div>
Job Description:

The Senior Commercial Director is responsible for setting, leading and delivering the full commercial strategy for the Ciel Dubai Marina &ndash; Vignette Collection by IHG. Working directly with the Managing Director, hotel leadership teams and above-property/shared-service teams, this role is accountable for commercial growth across rooms, food and beverage, meetings and events, and all relevant ancillary revenue streams.
The role has clear accountability for RevPAR, market share, total revenue, profitability-aligned growth, brand-aligned commercial execution and the development of a high-performing commercial culture across the organization. The ideal candidate is a proven commercial leader with successful experience in a similar hotel organization and a demonstrated track record of managing luxury lifestyle in a complex environment as well as critical asset importance.
Sales and Marketing Teams report directly to the Senior Commercial Director, ensuring clear ownership of demand generation, brand activation, commercial execution and revenue delivery across all commercial disciplines.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Commercial Strategy and Leadership<ul><li>
Develop, lead and execute the hotel strategy ensuring alignment with ownership objectives, brand standards, annual budgets and hotel business plans.</li><li>
Act as the senior commercial partner to the Managing Director, providing clear recommendations on business mix, pricing, demand generation, channel strategy and growth opportunities.</li><li>
Translate objectives into measurable commercial action plans with clear ownership, timelines and performance expectations.</li><li>
Create a strong commercial culture across the organization, ensuring hotel teams understand market opportunities, revenue priorities and their role in driving commercial results.</li></ul>
RevPAR, Total Revenue and Market Share Growth<ul><li>
Drive RevPAR, ADR, occupancy, market share and total revenue growth across the asset through disciplined commercial planning and execution.</li><li>
Lead total hotel revenue opportunities across rooms, food and beverage, groups, meetings and events, long-stay, corporate, leisure and ancillary revenue streams.</li><li>
Work closely with revenue management teams to optimize pricing, inventory controls, restrictions, forecasting, segmentation and channel mix.</li><li>
Identify demand gaps and growth opportunities by monitoring market trends, competitor activity, city-wide events, source markets and changing customer behaviour.</li><li>
Ensure commercial decisions are profitability-aligned, balancing revenue growth with distribution costs, margin impact and long-term account value.</li></ul>
Sales, Marketing, Distribution and Brand Activation<ul><li>
Lead the overall sales strategy across key segments including corporate, leisure, groups, MICE, wholesale, consortia, travel trade, OTA and direct channels.</li><li>
Ensure strategic account management disciplines are in place, including account plans, production reviews, relationship mapping, conversion tracking and measurable action plans.</li><li>
Oversee commercial input into marketing, PR, digital, e-commerce, CRM, loyalty and promotional campaigns to drive demand and conversion for each hotel.</li><li>
Maximize the use of IHG commercial platforms, Vignette Collection brand opportunities, distribution systems, loyalty channels and shared-service resources.</li><li>
Prioritize Brand.com and overall direct business revenue generation, increasing direct booking contribution, improving channel profitability and reducing reliance on third-party channels where commercially appropriate.</li><li>
Further leverage One Rewards, IHG's loyalty ecosystem and the Vignette Collection brand platform to capture direct business, drive member engagement, strengthen repeat demand and grow loyalty-led revenue across the portfolio.</li><li>
Provide direct leadership and accountability for Sales and Marketing teams, ensuring both functions are aligned behind the hotel commercial strategy, revenue targets and brand priorities.</li><li>
Represent the hotel at asset management reviews, key client meetings, brand reviews, trade events, sales missions and commercial forums when required.</li></ul>
Team Management and Performance<ul><li>
Lead, coach and develop commercial teams and relevant on-property colleagues, creating a results-driven and collaborative working environment.</li><li>
Set clear individual and team KPIs, monitor performance regularly and provide timely feedback, coaching and corrective action where needed.</li><li>
Build team capability through training, succession planning, best-practice sharing and consistent commercial routines.</li><li>
Ensure strong communication and coordination between sales, revenue, marketing, reservations, events, F&amp;B and hotel operations teams.</li><li>
Direct the Sales Leader and Marketing Leader with clearly defined responsibilities, reporting routines, KPIs and accountability for revenue-generating activities.</li></ul>
Above-Property and Shared-Service Collaboration<ul><li>
Build strong and productive relationships with above-property and shared-service teams, including IHG/brand commercial support, revenue management, digital, distribution, reservations, loyalty, PR and marketing resources.</li><li>
Influence and coordinate shared-service support to ensure hotel priorities are understood, actioned and measured against expected results.</li><li>
Translate above-property initiatives into property-level execution, ensuring hotel receives the right level of commercial focus and follow-through.</li><li>
Escalate risks, opportunities and resources needs clearly to the Managing Director and senior leadership team.</li></ul>
Business Planning, Reporting and Analysis<ul><li>
Lead and contribute to annual business planning, budgeting, forecasting and commercial reviews.</li><li>
Prepare clear commercial reports and presentations for the Managing Director, senior management and relevant stakeholders.</li><li>
Use data from PMS, CRS, RMS, CRM, sales reporting and business intelligence tools to identify trends, risks and actionable opportunities.</li><li>
Track progress against commercial plans, revenue targets, pace, pickup, conversion, account production and campaign performance.</li></ul>
Operational and Stakeholder Alignment<ul><li>
Work closely with hotel operations teams to ensure commercial promises are aligned with guest experience, service delivery and operational capacity.</li><li>
Partner with food and beverage leaders to create demand, packages, promotions and partnerships that grow total revenue and enhance hotel positioning.</li><li>
Maintain strong relationships with asset management/owners, brand representatives, key clients, partners and internal stakeholders to support long-term commercial success.</li></ul>
 Key Performance Indicators<ul><li>
RevPAR, ADR, occupancy and market share index performance.</li><li>
Total revenue delivery, including rooms, food and beverage, meetings and events, and ancillary revenue versus budget and forecast.</li><li>
Sales productivity, account penetration, conversion, pipeline quality and business mix improvement.</li><li>
Channel mix optimization, direct booking contribution, loyalty performance and distribution cost efficiency.</li><li>
com production, direct business revenue contribution, One Rewards and loyalty contribution, member engagement and repeat demand.</li><li>
Forecast accuracy, pricing discipline, commercial plan execution and speed of corrective action.</li><li>
Team engagement, talent development and quality of collaboration with hotel leadership and shared-service teams.</li></ul>
Desired Skill &amp; Expertise:
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business administration, Hospitality Management, Commercial Strategy, Marketing or a related field; master&rsquo;s degree or relevant certification is an advantage.</li><li>
Minimum of 10 years of progressive hotel commercial, sales, revenue, distribution or marketing leadership experience, including 3&ndash;5 years in a senior commercial role.</li><li>
Proven track record of delivering RevPAR, total revenue, market share, Brand.com/direct-channel growth, loyalty revenue and profitable commercial performance.</li><li>
Prior international chain with lifestyle brand experience is strongly preferred.</li><li>
Strong commercial and financial acumen across rooms, F&amp;B, groups, events, pricing, segmentation, distribution, digital/e-commerce, CRM, brand marketing and demand generation.</li><li>
Proven ability to lead Sales and Marketing teams, with clear reporting lines, KPIs, performance routines, coaching and accountability across a multi-property environment.</li><li>
Excellent communication, negotiation, presentation and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership, owners, brand teams, shared-service teams, clients and partners.</li><li>
Proficiency with hotel commercial systems, including PMS, CRS, RMS, CRM, sales reporting and business intelligence tools.</li><li>
Knowledge of the Dubai/UAE hospitality market and international source markets is strongly preferred; fluent English is required and additional languages are preferred.</li><li>
Flexibility to travel and attend client meetings, industry events and commercial activities as required.</li></ul></div>

Senior Commercial Director

Oceano Apex LLC

Job Title: Executive Assistant to DirectorLocation: Ontario Towers in Business Bay, Dubai, U.A.E.Reports To: DirectorJob Type: Full-Time, PermanentAbout the Company:Oceano Apex LLC is a start-up wealth management firm based in Dubai, specialising in offering personalized financial advisory and investment services to High Net Worth Individuals. With a commitment to excellence, trust, and innovation, we are shaping a new standard in the wealth management industry. We are looking for energetic and professional talent ready to grow with us.Job Summary:We are seeking a highly organized, resourceful, and proactive Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the Director and handle office coordination tasks. This role requires a multi-tasker with excellent communication skills who can independently manage both corporate and personal responsibilities with integrity and discretion.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage and organize the Director&rsquo;s daily schedule, including appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements.</li><li>Coordinate and schedule internal and external meetings, ensuring proper agenda preparation and timely follow-ups.</li><li>Handle all official documentation, including drafting, reviewing, formatting, and maintaining records.</li><li>Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and business correspondence on behalf of the Director.</li><li>Ensure compliance with UAE regulations by maintaining and tracking licenses, permits, and legal documents.</li><li>Coordinate with legal consultants for documentation and compliance requirements.</li><li>Act as the primary point of contact between the Director and internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders.</li><li>Screen and manage incoming emails, calls, and correspondence, prioritizing them as necessary.</li><li>Follow up on assigned tasks, projects, and deadlines to ensure timely completion.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive business information with utmost discretion.</li><li>Monitor and track ongoing projects, providing regular updates and highlighting any issues or delays.</li><li>Support day-to-day office operations and ensure smooth administrative functioning.</li><li>Coordinate with different departments to ensure effective communication and workflow alignment.</li><li>Manage vendor, client, and partner communications and maintain professional relationships.</li><li>Ensure timely renewal and updating of company documents, contracts, and compliance records.</li><li>Perform any additional administrative or coordination tasks as assigned by the Director.</li></ul>Required Skills &amp; Qualifications:Strong organizational and multitasking skillsExcellent written and verbal communicationProficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Knowledge of documentation and compliance processes (preferably UAE)Ability to work independently and handle confidential informationPrior experience as a Personal Assistant / Executive Assistant preferred(Minimum 3 years)Work Location: In personPay: AED3,000.00 - AED5,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Executive Assistant to Director

Dubai Civil Aviation Authority

<div><div>Role Purpose
To lead and manage the Aviation Economics Section by directing the collection, validation, and analysis of aviation economic data, developing forecasting models and economic impact assessments, and producing evidence-based insights that support sector planning, investment decisions, and sustainable aviation growth in Dubai. The role ensures the quality, integrity, and strategic relevance of the section's economic intelligence outputs, supports policy-ready analysis in alignment with Dubai's economic agenda, and contributes to strengthening DCAA's capacity as an informed and data-driven regulator and sector enabler.
Key Responsibilities/Duties
A. Functional:
1. Aviation Economic Data Collection &amp; Governance
Lead the collection, validation, and quality assurance of aviation economic data &mdash; including passenger traffic, cargo volumes, revenues, trade indicators, and sector growth metrics &mdash; from airlines, airport operators, and relevant data sources. Establish and maintain robust data governance practices to ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability of all data used for internal reporting, external submissions, and regulatory purposes.
2. Economic Analysis &amp; Sector Performance Reporting
Direct the analysis and interpretation of aviation economic data to assess sector performance, growth trends, and aviation's contribution to Dubai's GDP. Prepare periodic and ad-hoc analytical reports for the Department Director and senior leadership, ensuring outputs are clearly structured, evidence-based, and decision-ready. Operate and maintain the aviation economics dashboard on the DCAA-Hub platform, ensuring timely updates and data accessibility for authorized stakeholders.
3. Forecasting &amp; Economic Scenario Modelling
Develop and maintain economic forecasting models to assess the impact of key variables including fuel price fluctuations, global market conditions, customs policies, and demand cycles on Dubai's aviation sector. Produce scenario-based projections to support the Department Director's planning, regulatory positioning, and contingency decisions.
4. Economic Impact Assessment
Conduct structured impact assessments of significant internal and external developments affecting the aviation sector, including regulatory changes, market shifts, and major investment proposals. Provide scenario-based analysis and findings to the Department Director to inform decision-making and sector planning.
5. Investment &amp; Sector Growth Support
Support investment and expansion decisions in civil aviation projects by producing economic assessments, sector performance benchmarks, and growth opportunity analyses. Monitor economic performance indicators relevant to aviation investment and coordinate with relevant Dubai government entities including the Department of Economy and Tourism on the economic contribution of aviation to the broader tourism and trade ecosystem.
6. Aviation Research &amp; Studies
Lead and coordinate aviation economic research initiatives in collaboration with universities, research centers, and industry institutions to analyze emerging trends, assess the future of civil aviation economics in Dubai, and contribute to evidence-based sector development. Ensure research outputs are translated into practical recommendations for the Department Director.
7. Technical Stakeholder Coordination &amp; Data Exchange
Coordinate with GCAA, Dubai Airports, Dubai Statistics Centre, airlines, and relevant government entities at the technical and working level to exchange data, align methodologies, and support the section's analytical and reporting functions. Propose plans for sourcing and updating aviation statistics and information in line with evolving sector needs.
8. Policy Alignment Support
Ensure the section's economic analyses and outputs are aligned with Dubai's economic agenda, the Dubai Strategy, and applicable DCAA regulatory frameworks. Participate in the preparation of policies that reinforce Dubai's position as a regional and global aviation economic hub, providing the analytical foundation that supports the Director's policy engagement.
9. Section Administration &amp; Operational Planning
Prepare and implement the section's operational plan in accordance with DCAA's strategic planning guide, maintain work manuals and procedures, and ensure the section's database inputs are kept accurate and current. Lead team capability development, set clear performance objectives, and foster a culture of analytical rigour, continuous improvement, and institutional accountability.
10. Other Duties
Performs other tasks assigned that are consistent with the section's mandate and operational responsibilities.
B. Managerial:
1. Section Strategy and Planning
Lead development and execution of the section&rsquo;s operational plan, ensuring alignment with sector priorities, governance frameworks, and performance expectations.
2. People Leadership and Capability Development
Lead, coach, and develop office staff, setting clear performance expectations, promoting accountability, and supporting capability development in coordination with HR and sector leadership.
3. Performance and Quality Discipline
Ensure structured performance monitoring, reporting accuracy, and adherence to quality assurance and governance standards across all office activities.
4. Resource and Budget Coordination
Coordinate preparation and follow-up of office-related resource and budget requirements in alignment with sector priorities and institutional financial governance processes.
5. Stakeholder and Cross-Unit Coordination
Maintain structured working relationships with sector directors, department heads, and internal governance functions to ensure integration, alignment, and reliable execution of sector governance requirements.
6. Governance Culture and Continuous Improvement
Promote a culture of governance discipline, documentation integrity, process consistency, and continuous improvement across office operations and sector coordination activities.<div> 
</div></div><div>
Qualifications<div></div> 
Academic Qualifications<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Economics, Aviation Management, Aviation Business, Finance, Statistics, Business Administration, Public Policy, or a related field from a recognized university.</li><li>
Master&rsquo;s Degree in Economics, Aviation Economics, Business Administration (MBA), Public Policy, Finance, or a related discipline is preferred.</li></ul> 
Certifications<ul><li>
Aviation Economics or Aviation Management (e.g., IATA, ICAO or equivalent programs)</li><li>
Business Data Analytics or Economic Modelling</li><li>
Certified Analytics Professional (CAP) or equivalent data analytics certification</li><li>
Financial Modelling and Advanced Statistical Analysis</li><li>
Research Methodology and Forecasting Techniques</li><li>
Certified Aviation Manager (CAM) &ndash; leadership &amp; strategic oversight is an advantage</li></ul> 
Professional Experience<ul><li>
Minimum of 11+ years of progressive experience in aviation economics, economic analysis, financial modelling, statistical analysis, or related fields with a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree; or 9+ years with a Master&rsquo;s degree.</li><li>
Experience must include:</li><li>
Demonstrated experience in economic data analysis, forecasting, and performance reporting within the aviation sector or a regulated industry</li><li>
Experience developing economic models, conducting impact assessments, and translating analytical findings into strategic recommendations</li><li>
Exposure to cross-government or multi-stakeholder coordination involving economic or statistical data exchange</li><li>
At least 4 years in a managerial or supervisory role, leading analytical teams and overseeing economic intelligence or reporting functions</li></ul></div></div>

Head of Aviation Economics Section

Aura Elite Stay Homes

We are seeking a highly driven and visionary *Sales Director* to lead our real estate division and drive the next phase of company growth. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced real estate professional with a proven track record in sales leadership, team management, and business development within the Dubai property market.The ideal candidate will possess strong market expertise, exceptional leadership abilities, and an established network of agents, investors, and clients. You will play a key role in shaping sales strategy, expanding market presence, and delivering consistent revenue growth.## Key Requirements⁠ ⁠Minimum *8+ years* of proven experience in real estate sales⁠ ⁠Strong experience managing and leading high-performing sales teams⁠ ⁠Existing and active network/team of real estate agents preferred⁠ ⁠Proven success in developing and executing effective sales strategies⁠ ⁠Strong business development and revenue growth capabilities⁠ ⁠Excellent leadership, negotiation, and closing skills⁠ ⁠Ability to achieve and exceed ambitious sales targets⁠ ⁠Professional, confident, and results-oriented personality⁠ ⁠In-depth understanding of the Dubai real estate market⁠ ⁠Strong investor and client relationships highly preferred## Key Responsibilities⁠ ⁠Lead, manage, and expand the company&rsquo;s real estate sales operations⁠ ⁠Develop and implement strategic sales plans to maximize revenue and market share⁠ ⁠Recruit, mentor, and motivate sales agents to achieve top performance⁠ ⁠Build and maintain long-term relationships with investors, developers, and clients⁠ ⁠Identify new business opportunities, market trends, and growth areas⁠ ⁠Ensure consistent achievement of sales targets and KPIs⁠ ⁠Represent the company professionally within the real estate market⁠ ⁠Contribute to long-term company growth and business success## Salary &amp; Benefits⁠ ⁠Salary starting from *AED 15,000+* (depending on experience and performance)⁠ ⁠Highly attractive commission and incentive structure⁠ ⁠Career growth opportunities within a fast-growing company⁠ ⁠Supportive, ambitious, and performance-driven work environmentPLEASE SENT EMAIL AT hr@auraelitehomes.comPay: From AED150,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Sales Director

Job Title: Personal Assistant to CEOLocation: Ontario Towers in Business Bay, Dubai, U.A.E.Reports To: DirectorJob Type: Full-Time, PermanentAbout the Company:Oceano Apex LLC is a start-up wealth management firm based in Dubai, specialising in offering personalized financial advisory and investment services to High Net Worth Individuals. With a commitment to excellence, trust, and innovation, we are shaping a new standard in the wealth management industry. We are looking for energetic and professional talent ready to grow with us.Job Summary:We are seeking a highly organized, resourceful, and proactive Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the Director and handle office coordination tasks. This role requires a multi-tasker with excellent communication skills who can independently manage both corporate and personal responsibilities with integrity and discretion.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage and organize the Director&rsquo;s daily schedule, including appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements.</li><li>Coordinate and schedule internal and external meetings, ensuring proper agenda preparation and timely follow-ups.</li><li>Handle all official documentation, including drafting, reviewing, formatting, and maintaining records.</li><li>Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and business correspondence on behalf of the Director.</li><li>Ensure compliance with UAE regulations by maintaining and tracking licenses, permits, and legal documents.</li><li>Coordinate with legal consultants for documentation and compliance requirements.</li><li>Act as the primary point of contact between the Director and internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders.</li><li>Screen and manage incoming emails, calls, and correspondence, prioritizing them as necessary.</li><li>Follow up on assigned tasks, projects, and deadlines to ensure timely completion.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive business information with utmost discretion.</li><li>Monitor and track ongoing projects, providing regular updates and highlighting any issues or delays.</li><li>Support day-to-day office operations and ensure smooth administrative functioning.</li><li>Coordinate with different departments to ensure effective communication and workflow alignment.</li><li>Manage vendor, client, and partner communications and maintain professional relationships.</li><li>Ensure timely renewal and updating of company documents, contracts, and compliance records.</li><li>Perform any additional administrative or coordination tasks as assigned by the Director.</li></ul>Required Skills &amp; Qualifications:Strong organizational and multitasking skillsExcellent written and verbal communicationProficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Knowledge of documentation and compliance processes (preferably UAE)Ability to work independently and handle confidential informationPrior experience as a Personal Assistant / Executive Assistant preferred(Minimum 3 years)Preferable Candidate: Male onlyWork Location: In personPay: AED3,000.00 - AED5,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Personal Assistant to CEO

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