Description
About Alvarez & Marsal
Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.
The Team
The Infrastructure and Capital Projects (Infra) team focuses on improving return on investment capital and reducing the risks specific to capital projects. The Infra team is built on deep industry sector expertise with a demonstrably differentiated ability to address the most complex business problems and by supporting our owner/operator/contractor clients with the expertise of our deep project, Alvarez & Marsal's ultimate goal is to reduce the level of uncertainty associated with the development and operational costs of your projects, contributing to greater shareholder value drawn from procurement through execution and asset management through different solutions.
How you will contribute
A&M continues to expand in EMEA, and we are looking to recruit a Senior Director to be based in our Dubai office. Working with some of the industry's brightest and most experienced colleagues, you will:
- Lead the execution of work fronts with expertise, identifying improvement initiatives and actively engaging with the client in all phases of the project.
- Lead meetings and presentations with both client and A&M's managerial and executive levels, demonstrating confidence and mastery of the topics discussed.
- Assume a leadership role with teams and clients, participating in effective negotiations and collaborations between leaders.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
- Develop and manage strategic partnerships for business growth.
- Participate in events and associations to foster relationships and identify opportunities.
- Work with a creative mindset to co-create solutions and offer innovative approaches to address client challenges.
- Take advantage of industry network and influence to identify and develop new business opportunities for I&CP and other Business Units.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related major.
- 10+ years of proven experience in business development and/or infrastructure project management.
- 10+ years of experience within metals and mining in the Middle East region.
- The ideal candidate will have prior experience in consulting firms, with strong business acumen, a self-started, and have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Availability for travel.
- Ability to facilitate analyses to guide project delivery, proposing action plans and demonstrating confidence in decision-making.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to articulate to senior members of target management, client representatives and colleagues
- Highly analytical and problem-solving mind-set
- Strong project management and negotiation skills
- Team-oriented personality
- Motivated and effective in a fast-paced and dynamic culture
Your journey at A&M
We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.
We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.
