Oliver Wyman
Associate and Engagement Manager | Government & Public Institutions | Defense and Security
- Permanent
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Experience 5 - 10 yrs
- Urgent
Job overview
Date posted
06/08/2025
Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Salary
AED 40,000 - 50,000 per month
Compensation
Comprehensive package + relocation
Experience
5 - 10 yrs
Seniority
Manager
Qualification
Bachelors degree
Expiration date
20/09/2025
Job description
Oliver Wyman’s Government and Public Institutions – Defense and Security team in Dubai is hiring Associates and Engagement Managers. These roles support project delivery for leading institutions in the defense and security sectors across the Middle East. Candidates will apply deep sector knowledge, strategic thinking, and analytical rigor to help clients transform their operations and achieve performance breakthroughs. Oliver Wyman offers an entrepreneurial, collaborative, and impact-driven work environment with opportunities for career advancement.
Required skills
strategy consulting
defense sector expertise
public sector consulting
project management
problem solving
data analysis
client relationship management
presentation skills
analytical modeling
team leadership
government advisory
operational transformation
risk management
organizational performance
startup ecosystem knowledge
Key responsibilities
- Break down complex problems into discrete tasks and guide junior consultants to address key issues.
- Plan and execute analysis to develop insights and craft practical recommendations.
- Manage client engagements, ensuring delivery of correct, practical, and cohesive solutions.
- Lead teams through efficient and effective problem-solving processes.
- Deliver strategic thought leadership at both the conceptual and execution level.
- Engage directly with senior clients and executive stakeholders.
- Drive team performance and foster professional development among colleagues.
- Participate in project acquisition and client relationship building.
Experience & skills
- At least 4–8 years of relevant experience in strategy consulting or a related organization.
- Expertise in the Government and Public Institution field, particularly Defense and Security.
- Familiarity with the startup ecosystem and associated players across markets.
- Proven track record of managing teams and clients under tight deadlines.
- Strong analytical and strategic problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation capabilities for executive-level audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to apply deep content knowledge during project execution.
- Undergraduate or advanced degree from a top academic program.
- Willingness to travel regionally or globally as required.