Strategic Planning and Performance Manager

Job Description : STRATEGIC PLANNING AND PERFORMANCE UAE A large, complex UAE-based private organisation with a mix of operating companies and passive investments across their portfolio, spanning a variety of sectors in multiple geographies. Currently looking to evolve their corporate structure and increase the level of sophistication with strategic planning, as well as explore exciting new growth opportunities. · Utilise the strategic planning framework to develop and implement annual plans at holding level and across the portfolio. · Lead, support or challenge the strategic plans, including pillars, initiatives and targets. · Seek opportunities to adjust portfolio mix and propose recommendations via structured analyses. · Establish a broad market and competitive intelligence framework to facilitate fact-based decision making. · Prepare annual performance scorecards in line with strategic plan objectives and ensure alignment across the group. · At least 8 years of experience in strategic planning and development · Must have experience within a Tier 1 Strategy Consulting firm (at least 3 years) AND in-house strategic planning experience within a portfolio business at holding level · Advanced presentation skills and experience with executive audiences · Advanced financial modelling and Excel skills · Adaptive, concise, and clear communication of technical and strategic ideas to all organisation levels

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