Innovation & Growth Director

Posted 31 May 2021
Salary 50-60k AED p/month & benefits
Location
Job type Permanent
Discipline Enterprise Apps - Salesforce & SAP
Contact NameJoanna Grindlay

Job description

My client is a well established, global creative agency currently building out its Innovation & Growth function in the MENA region.

They are looking for a superstar with a successful background in innovation & growth strategy to play a pivotal role in developing this new offering. 

Requirements:

- Minimum of 12 years working successfully across Innovation, Growth, Brand & Strategy
- Strong consulting background; innovation, go to market strategy, corporate brand, understanding insights
- MENA market knowledge and business network already in the region
- Track record in business development and growing revenues
- Cross-Sector experience
- Commercial acumen - you will be managing the business alongside the other Director

Responsibilities:

- Building the right client base - meeting with c-suite
- Working directly with senior executives
- Growing a new division within an established agency
- Shaping the proposition, expanding clients and growing revenues
- Applying your expertise to shape this offering and developing thought leadership on relevant topics

This is a brand new role that will suit someone with an entrepreneurial mindset keen to work in a fast-paced environment.