Government & Public Institutions - Defense and Security â Associate and Engagement Manager - Dubai

Government and Public Institutions - Defense and Security Associate and Engagement Manager - DubaiWHO WE AREOliver Wyman is a global leader in management consulting. With offices in 70 cities across 30 countries Oliver Wyman combines deep industry knowledge with specialized expertise in strategy operations risk management and organization transformation. The firm has more than 6000 professionals around the world who work with clients to optimize their business improve their operations and risk profile and accelerate their organizational performance to seize the most attractive opportunities. Oliver Wyman is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marsh & McLennan Companies NYSE: MMC. For more information visit . Follow Oliver Wyman on Twitter @OliverWyman.The Firms capabilities and intellectual capital are enhanced by our deep industry expertise geographic range analytical rigor and hands‑on collaborative approach. Our professionals see what others dont challenge conventional thinking and consistently deliver innovative customized solutions. We also work side by side with senior executives to accelerate execution through a blend of behavioral and management approaches. As a result we have a tangible impact on clients top and bottom lines. Our clients are the CEOs and executive teams of the Global 100 companies.Practice OverviewOur Middle East Government and Public Institutions Defense and Security Team is seeking extraordinary individuals with deep expertise to support our expansion in this sector. We are specifically looking for candidates with solid strategy consulting experience at manager level. Experience could be from working at related institutions or supporting them in consulting capacity.We deliver significant improvements in our clients sales growth and profitability often in situations where the business model requires rejuvenation or reinvention. Our approach combines deep industry knowledge state‑of‑the‑art analytics a willingness to roll‑up our sleeves to dive into problems and the proven ability to achieve lasting change fast.Oliver Wyman supports the worlds largest retailers on their operational excellence and growth agendas. We have strong expertise and experience in retail grocery fashion beauty eCommerce sectors combining strategy with tactical day‑to‑execution and decision‑support. Oliver Wyman helps clients navigate disruptive new formats and changing consumer sentiments.Oliver Wyman supports industry‑leading CPG companies across a variety of product categories. We help our clients capture organic and profitable growth in the context of shifting consumption behaviors demographics digital technology emerging markets and industry consolidation.The Role And ResponsibilitiesExperienced professionals bring us the know‑how to make lasting change for our clients and our company. We are not typical management consultants. We provide industry‑ and discipline‑specific knowledge and expertise which amplifies our impact and helps us shape the future for our clients. Oliver Wyman is a diverse entrepreneurial non‑competitive partnership of individuals who like to pursue new opportunities or build a unique franchise doing what they do best in a collegial fun environment.ASSOCIATE (Junior Manager)Break down complex problems into discrete tasks identifying the key aspects of a problem and directing the focus of junior consultants to those elements. You will effectively plan and execute analysis as well as identify the core issues in complex analyses in order to be able to craft suitable recommendations. Youll work side by side with clients and your project team members to move projects forward and manage small teams to get the work done. Clients and colleagues look to Associates for unique insight into the subject area which they have chosen.ENGAGEMENT MANAGERSare the on‑scene leaders who run our projects day to day. You will lead the team through an efficient and effective problem‑solving process from initial thought process through convergence on a solution. You will ensure that recommendations are correct practical sensible relevant and cohesive. Its a role that demands thought leadership at the strategic level and command of all the technical and operational details of execution. You will need great communication skills and the ability to forge strong relationships.Your Attributes and ExperienceClients hire Oliver Wyman for specialized expertise the ideal candidate will have most of the following:At least 4-8 years of relevant experience ideally with a top‑tier strategy consulting firm (or similar organization).In‑depth knowledge of topics specifically within the Government and Public Institution field which particular focus on Defense and Security.Good understanding of the startup ecosystem and players involved in this space across marketsTrack record of managing teams and clients and delivering against tight deadlines in fast paced and demanding environmentsAbility to apply depth of content knowledge for tho