Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

You will:Work directly with the CEO and Executive Committees on the most important decisions in the businessOwn and drive execution of a multi-year strategy, treating it as your ownPlay a central role in shaping future growth strategies across digital, fintech, and adjacent areasLead critical regulatory relationships and influence external outcomesTranslate complex, cross-functional performance into clear, actionable insight for leadership and the BoardThis is a role for someone who wants real impact, visibility, and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy Leadership & Execution

Take ownership of the existing multi-year strategy and drive its successful execution across the organisation
Translate strategic priorities into clear, measurable plans, aligned to capital allocation and business performance
Lead deep strategic analysis across growth areas including digital, fintech, and new market opportunities
Identify and evaluate partnerships, M&A, and expansion opportunities to support long-term value creation
Prepare the organisation for its next strategic cycle while ensuring current priorities are fully delivered

Performance Governance & Value Creation

Establish and lead enterprise-wide performance governance frameworks
Ensure strategic priorities are tracked, measured, and executed with discipline
Provide clear visibility of performance to the Executive Committee and Board
Translate complex operational and financial data into concise, decision-ready insights
Drive improved decision quality through analytics-led thinking and structured evaluation

Regulatory Leadership & External Engagement

Lead relationships with regulators and key external stakeholders, ensuring strong credibility and influence
Shape regulatory strategy to support commercial growth and innovation
Secure approvals and enablement for new products, fintech initiatives, and infrastructure investments
Provide high-quality regulatory and strategic counsel to senior leadership

Executive Influence & Communication

Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO, providing clear, solution-oriented recommendations
Lead board-level presentations, adapting between high-level summaries and detailed analysis as required
Ensure strong information flow across the leadership team and alignment on key priorities

Leadership

Lead and develop a high-performing team across strategy and regulatory functions
Foster a culture of accountability, clarity, and execution excellence

Desired Candidate Profile

We are looking for a senior leader who combines strategic depth with execution capability.

Experience

15+ years of progressive experience, with significant time at senior leadership or ExCo level
Background in telecom, digital infrastructure, fintech, ICT, or similarly regulated environments
Strong track record in strategy development and execution
Experience engaging with regulators and navigating complex external environments
Exposure to partnerships, M&A, or corporate development is highly valuable

Background

Strategy consulting experience (e.g. top-tier or equivalent) is highly regarded
Experience operating within complex, matrixed or group environments is advantageous

Capabilities

Strong commercial and financial acumen
Ability to translate complexity into clear, actionable insight
High credibility with senior stakeholders internally and externally
Structured thinker with strong problem-solving capability
Comfortable operating between detail and big-picture strategy

Other

Arabic is a plus, not essential
International experience is welcomed, GCC experience especially

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