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Strategy Director
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Dubai

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Strategy Director

Department: Digital Strategy & Web

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: United Arab Emirates - Dubai



Description

As our Strategy Director, you will lead high-impact initiatives that shape the future of our global
portfolio. In this role, you will have the opportunity to be exposed to the full strategy and key
stakeholders of the company, supporting the Executive in their growth agenda.
Your role will include, but is not limited to:


Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic Planning: Lead the development and execution of the long-term strategy to drive growth and operational excellence.
  •  Financial Modelling: Oversee the key financial models behind the strategic agenda and key growth initiatives of the company.
  •  Project Leadership: Manage complex project lifecycles from ideation to stabilization, supporting the C-suite in designing their scope and managing their execution.
  •  Project Management: Drive large-scale growth projects in a fast-paced environment, ensuring agility across multiple workstreams and monitoring that all deadlines and strategic objectives are met. 
  •  Performance Insights: Deliver clear, actionable insights and data-driven recommendations to the executive leadership team.
  •  Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as a key liaison between departments to ensure strategic alignment and structured project execution.
  •  Market Analysis/ Benchmarking: Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to identify value-add opportunities and brand positioning enhancements.


Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

  • Experience: 5 - 7 years of experience from a top-tier Management Consulting background (e.g., BCG, McKinsey, Bain or equivalent).
  • Industry Expertise: Experience in Strategy, Transformation and PMO projects; experience in hospitality projects and with hospitality clients, demonstrating a solid understanding of the industry.
  • Technical Skills: Advanced user of Excel and PowerPoint for complex financial modeling, data analysis, and executive presentations.
  • Project Management: Strong project management skills with a growth-oriented mindset and the ability to manage multiple priorities with precision. Ability to manage senior stakeholders.
  • Agility: Demonstrated ability to thrive in a transformation-focused, fast-paced environment while managing tight deadlines.
  • Relocation: Fully willing and able to relocate to Dubai, UAE.
  • Professionalism: Poised and professional presence with strong judgment and discretion in handling confidential matters.

Other facts

Tech stack
Strategic Planning,Financial Modelling,Project Leadership,Project Management,Performance Insights,Cross-Functional Collaboration,Market Analysis,Benchmarking,Agility,Stakeholder Management,Data Analysis,Executive Presentations,Hospitality Industry Knowledge,Transformation Projects,Management Consulting,Complex Problem Solving

About Kempinski Hotels

Founded in Germany in 1897, Kempinski Hotels has long reflected the finest traditions of European hospitality. Today, as ever, Kempinski is synonymous with distinctive luxury.

Located in many of the world's most well-known cities and resorts, the Kempinski collection includes hotels in a grand manner, pace-setting modern establishments and older hotels of individual charm. All blend gracefully into their surroundings and offer luxurious accommodations, superb cuisine and unrivalled facilities - complemented by impeccable service.

For leisure and business guests alike, the name Kempinski has long been synonymous with style, mobility and efficiency. Put simply, they are the first choice for the discerning individual.

In addition to operating many of the finest city hotels in the world, Kempinski is a name that can now be found in many exciting resort locations, each combining local flair and ambience with the international standards of service and luxury that Kempinski guests have come to expect.

To see all the different Kempinski jobs and apply, please go to https://careers.kempinski.com

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Hospitality

What you'll do

  • The Strategy Director will lead the development and execution of long-term strategies to drive growth and operational excellence. This includes managing complex project lifecycles and delivering actionable insights to the executive leadership team.

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What does a Strategy Director do at Kempinski Hotels?

As a Strategy Director at Kempinski Hotels, you will: the Strategy Director will lead the development and execution of long-term strategies to drive growth and operational excellence. This includes managing complex project lifecycles and delivering actionable insights to the executive leadership team..

Why join Kempinski Hotels as a Strategy Director?

Kempinski Hotels is a leading Hospitality company.

Is the Strategy Director position at Kempinski Hotels remote?

The Strategy Director position at Kempinski Hotels is based in Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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