Group Chief Strategy Officer

Job Description : Group Chief Strategy Officer | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia A leading diversified investment group is seeking a distinguished Group Chief Strategy Officer to shape enterprise strategy, portfolio priorities, and long-term value creation across a complex regional platform. This high-impact executive mandate will partner closely with the Group CEO, Board, and business leaders to translate ambitious corporate objectives into clear strategic priorities and measurable outcomes. Key Responsibilities - Define and continuously refine the Group's corporate strategy, long-range plans, and strategic priorities. - Lead portfolio reviews to assess business performance, capital requirements, growth potential, and strategic fit. - Advise the CEO and Board on market trends, competitive positioning, strategic alternatives, and emerging opportunities. - Evaluate expansion opportunities, strategic investments, partnerships, joint ventures, and potential acquisitions. - Establish enterprise performance frameworks linking strategic objectives to measurable business outcomes. - Lead strategic planning cycles and facilitate alignment across subsidiaries and business units. - Conduct market intelligence, scenario planning, and competitor analysis to support executive decision-making. - Build and lead a high-caliber strategy function capable of supporting enterprise transformation and value creation. Preferred Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering, or a related discipline; MBA preferred. - 15+ years of strategy, corporate development, management consulting, investment, or general management experience. - Proven CSO, Chief Strategy Officer, Strategy Director, or equivalent executive leadership experience. - Strong expertise in corporate strategy, portfolio management, M&A, business transformation, and strategic planning. - GCC or multinational experience within investment, holding company, consulting, or diversified corporate environments. Why This Opportunity Stands Out - Board-level influence: Shape strategic decisions affecting a significant regional portfolio and long-term enterprise direction. - Value creation mandate: Play a central role in identifying growth platforms, optimizing the portfolio, and unlocking new opportunities.

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