We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager in Strategy – Commercial Due Diligence (CDD) to join a growing advisory practice in Dubai. This is a senior-level opportunity ideal for candidates with a strong track record in CDD, deep financial analysis expertise, and proven leadership in managing and signing off on high-impact engagements.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and deliver comprehensive CDD projects, typically involving market sizing, competitor benchmarking, customer analysis, and commercial risk assessments.
* Conduct in-depth financial and strategic analysis to assess target companies' performance, value drivers, and growth potential.
* Sign off on deliverables and manage senior stakeholder expectations across private equity and corporate clients.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams including legal, finance, and operational specialists to drive holistic due diligence outputs.
* Prepare high-impact client reports and investment committee materials with clear, concise recommendations.
* Mentor and develop junior team members while maintaining quality standards across all outputs.
Key Requirements:
* 7+ years of experience in strategy consulting, investment banking, private equity, or transaction services with a focus on commercial due diligence.
* Demonstrated experience leading and delivering on 15+ CDD engagements.
* Advanced financial modelling, valuation, and analytical capabilities.
* Strong presentation and communication skills with the ability to influence senior decision-makers.
* Prior experience signing off on engagements and representing findings at senior executive or investment committee level.
* A degree in Business, Finance, Economics or a related field; an MBA is a strong advantage.
* Willingness to travel regionally as required.