
Wheely
General Manager, GCC
- Permanent
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Experience 5 - 10 yrs
Job expiry date: 01/02/2026
Job overview
Date posted
18/12/2025
Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Salary
Undisclosed
Compensation
Comprehensive package
Experience
5 - 10 yrs
Seniority
Manager
Qualification
Bachelors degree
Expiration date
01/02/2026
Job description
The General Manager, GCC at Wheely is the end-to-end business leader responsible for overseeing and scaling the companyās luxury transportation platform across Dubai and the broader GCC region, Wheelyās fastest-growing market. Reporting directly to the Founders and Executive Team, this role leads overall commercial operations, strategy, partnerships, and growth while ensuring exceptional five-star service quality aligned with Wheelyās privacy-first platform and luxury brand ethos. The position requires close collaboration with central CX teams, global stakeholders, and local teams to maintain service standards, drive roadmap prioritisation, ensure regulatory compliance, and adapt strategies based on market trends and competitive dynamics. Acting as the face of the brand in the region, the General Manager plays a critical role in shaping the future of luxury transportation in the UAE and GCC, fostering strong relationships with suppliers, partners, and government entities, and contributing insights to support Wheelyās international growth in a high-intensity, high-growth environment.
Required skills
Key responsibilities
- Oversee end-to-end commercial operations, business strategy, partnerships, and growth across the UAE and GCC markets
- Lead and develop high-performing cross-functional teams aligned with global standards and local market needs
- Drive business development initiatives to identify and execute expansion and partnership opportunities
- Collaborate with central CX teams to maintain luxury service quality and brand standards
- Build and manage relationships with suppliers, partners, and government entities
- Lead UAE business reviews and drive urgency in execution and roadmap prioritisation
- Ensure compliance with local regulations and Wheelyās privacy-first operational approach
- Mentor and lead teams while promoting Wheelyās culture of excellence and innovation
- Monitor market trends and competitor activities to maintain a competitive edge
- Collaborate with global teams to share insights, best practices, and support international growth
Experience & skills
- Hold a Bachelorās or Masterās degree in Business, Finance, or a related field
- Demonstrate 7+ years of experience in investment banking or consulting followed by a senior role in high-growth technology environments
- Exhibit strong business acumen with deep understanding of the UAE market, culture, and business practices
- Possess strong analytical and numerical capabilities with proficiency in financial modelling and data analysis
- Demonstrate excellent presentation and communication skills for diverse stakeholder engagement
- Show ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced startup environment with shifting priorities
- Demonstrate strong leadership and team management capabilities
- Exhibit passion for hospitality, luxury, and transportation sectors
- Demonstrate proficiency in English; additional regional language skills are advantageous