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Director of Executive Office

Carter Knight FZ LLC

We are supporting a leading organisation in the UAE in the appointment of a Director of Executive Office to work closely with senior leadership across a broad range of strategic, operational, and governance priorities.

This is a highly visible and influential role, positioned at the centre of decision-making, providing critical insight, analysis, and executive support to enable effective leadership across the organisation. The successful candidate will act as a key advisor to the Executive team, ensuring alignment, clarity, and quality across strategic initiatives and organisational priorities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic advisory support to the Executive team across priority initiatives and organisational objectives
  • Lead the development of high-quality briefing materials, presentations, and reports for executive and Board-level stakeholders
  • Translate complex information into clear, structured insights to support decision-making
  • Support governance processes and ensure timely, high-quality delivery of materials to senior leadership
  • Coordinate with internal functions to align strategic priorities and drive cross-functional collaboration
  • Manage relationships with key stakeholders, including external advisors where required
  • Support the overall effectiveness and performance of the Executive Office function

Candidate Profile

  • 20+ years of experience across consulting, government, policy, or related environments
  • Strong background in strategic analysis, stakeholder management, and executive-level support
  • Proven experience operating in a senior managerial or leadership capacity
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills
  • Experience supporting senior government or executive leadership is highly desirable

This is a unique opportunity to take on a pivotal role within a high-profile organisation, working directly with senior leadership to shape strategy, drive alignment, and support impactful decision-making.

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Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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