Consulting Manager

About the role:

We are seeking a consulting manager to lead strategy and digital transformation engagements for our clients in Abu Dhabi. In this role, you will oversee multi-disciplinary teams, drive impactful consulting solutions, and foster strong client relationships to deliver measurable business outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end consulting projects across strategy, digital, and domain-specific initiatives
• Develop and present strategic roadmaps, digital transformation plans, and technical solutions to C-level stakeholders
• Manage project budgets, schedules, risk mitigation, and resource allocation to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery
• Cultivate and strengthen client relationships through regular communication, executive briefings, and value-driven insights
• Mentor, coach, and develop junior consultants to build high-performing teams
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (IT, operations, finance) to integrate consulting deliverables into client organizations
• Drive business development efforts by identifying new opportunities, preparing proposals, and supporting pitch activities

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, information technology, or related field
• 8–10 years of consulting experience with a minimum of 2 years in a management or team lead role
• Demonstrated expertise in strategy development, digital transformation, and technical consulting methodologies
• In-depth knowledge of industry best practices, frameworks, and digital technologies (data analytics, cloud, AI)
• Proven track record of managing large-scale consulting engagements in Abu Dhabi or the GCC region
• Exceptional leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills
• Ability to analyze complex business problems and deliver actionable, data-driven solutions

Preferred qualifications:

• Master’s degree or MBA from a recognized institution
• Professional certifications such as PMP, Prince2, or relevant digital credentials
• Prior experience in sector-specific consulting domains (energy, government, financial services)
• Familiarity with emerging technologies including IoT, blockchain, and machine learning
• Arabic language proficiency
• Willingness to travel regionally as required

Position details

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Industry: Automotive
Experience required: 8+ years