Strategy and Innovation Associate; UAE National Job Dubai area,Dubai UAE/Dubai,IT/Tech

Position: Strategy and Innovation Associate (UAE National)

We are looking for a talented and experienced Strategy & Innovation Associate (UAE National) who will support the Director in research, analysis, and coordination of enterprise-level strategic and innovation initiatives. The associate will be highly analytical and intellectually curious with structured exposure to corporate strategy, market positioning, and enterprise growth initiatives within a technology-driven environment. This role is structured as a development pathway for future strategy and growth leadership positions within the organization, providing exposure to enterprise-level strategic initiatives and cross-functional execution.

Responsibilities

Strategic Research & Market Analysis
- Conduct market research, industry scans, and competitive benchmarking
- Support preparation of strategic landscape assessments and trend analysis reports
- Track macroeconomic trends, analyst insights, and competitor movements
- Assist in developing structured strategy presentations and executive summaries
Analyst & Ecosystem Support
- Support coordination of analyst engagements (Gartner, IDC, Forrester, etc.)
- Compile research summaries and briefing notes for leadership
- Assist in drafting positioning materials and industry engagement documents
- Track key industry events and ecosystem developments
Innovation & Growth Support
- Assist in evaluating new service opportunities and adjacent market expansion areas
- Support development of structured business case inputs and financial assumptions
- Conduct preliminary research on partnership and expansion opportunities
- Coordinate cross-functional inputs for strategic initiatives
Strategic Initiatives & Corporate Support
- Support strategic initiatives in collaboration with the CEO Office and Group Strategy team
- Assist in research and coordination related to inorganic growth and potential M&A opportunities
- Contribute to market intelligence development and competitive positioning analysis
- Support preparation of briefing materials for analyst, consultant, and regulatory engagements
Executive Presentation Support
- Prepare structured PowerPoint slides and executive-level summaries
- Translate research findings into clear, concise, insight-driven narratives
- Support scenario analysis and data consolidation for leadership updates

Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor's degree in business, Economics, Engineering, Finance, or related field
1–3 years of experience in strategy, consulting, research, analytics, or similar analytical roles
Internship exposure to strategy, finance, corporate development, or technology sectors is advantageous
Experience in PowerPoint-intensive roles preferred
Strong research and structured analytical capability
Excellent PowerPoint and presentation storytelling skills
Strong written and verbal communication ability
High attention to detail and organizational discipline
Ability to work independently with guidance
Curiosity about technology, cybersecurity, and market dynamics

Benefits

Health insurance with one of the leading global providers for medical insurance
Career progression and growth through challenging projects and work
Employee engagement and wellness campaigns activities throughout the year
Excellent learning and development opportunities
Inclusive and diverse working environment
Flexible/Hybrid working environment
Open door policy

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