[UAE] Manager - Partnerships (B2B)

Company Description

Sia is a specialist Management Consulting firm born in Paris, France in 1999 and has grown into a global firm with over 3,000 employees and annual revenue exceeding $500m. Our culture is strongly oriented towards high-quality expertise and delivering excellent results and outcomes for our clients, which include a wide range of multinational companies. Testament to its success, Sia has shown double-digit growth every year since inception. 

Sia is a pioneer of Consulting 4.0, putting us at the forefront of the technology revolution, deploying augmented Consultants capable of leveraging emerging digital technology to enhance and improve their cognitive reasoning, analysis and planning. Supported by Augmented & Artificial Intelligence, Automation and Data Science we empower our clients to make the right decisions at the right time for the right reasons. 

With our consultants representing 41 different nationalities, we are a highly diverse team spread across 48 offices in 19 countries. However, using innovative technologies such as our own in-house apps, social networks, and digital tools, we provide a truly integrated global service. 

Sia is an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity, inclusion, and employee well-being. Our diversity and inclusion networks (local and global) contribute to a pipeline of initiatives to enhance employee quality of life and foster a caring environment to work in. 

Employees are encouraged to contribute to these initiatives and drive positive change in the organisation across 5 pillars: Women@Sia, Multi-Ethnic, Well-being, and Environment. 

In the Middle East, Sia provides expert advisory services on strategy & execution, innovation, operational performance & cost reduction, cyber & data security, efficient organisation, transformation & change management, HR performance, and IT performance. In addition to these services, Sia Institute, Sia Partners’ world-class international training arm, provides a wide range of learning programs and workshops with modules successfully delivered across various locations and sectors, particularly in the Middle East.

Why join the Sia Village? 

Excellence | Entrepreneurship | Innovation | Teamwork | Care & Support | Employee Wellbeing

These are the six core values that guide all our actions. As an expression of our values, our Sia Village concept describes our commitment to fostering a sense of community within and among our offices. We believe that knowledge sharing is the key, not only to innovation, but to the growth and development of our people.

Job Description

As part of our team, you will lead strategic initiatives and transformation projects with a strong focus on Partnerships, Sales, and the Oil & Gas sector. You will help clients address their most pressing business transformation challenges, including:

• Driving commercial growth – shaping and executing sales and partnership strategies to unlock new revenue streams and strengthen market presence.
• Supporting Oil & Gas transformation – advising clients on diversification, efficiency, and digital adoption to improve operational performance and competitiveness.
• Building strategic partnerships – identifying, structuring, and managing alliances that create long-term value for clients in the energy and adjacent sectors.
• Enhancing customer-centricity – developing models to strengthen client engagement, account management, and customer experience.
• Accelerating innovation and adaptability – introducing new ways of working, tools, and commercial models to drive agility in rapidly changing markets.

As a Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Leading the delivery of client engagements across the Middle East, with a strong emphasis on the Oil & Gas sector and sales/partnership growth initiatives.
• Driving business development activities: identifying opportunities, developing proposals, and supporting go-to-market strategies.
• Building and maintaining trusted client relationships and expanding Sia Partners’ presence in the energy and O&G ecosystem.
• Developing and executing growth strategies, including account expansion and cross-sector partnerships.
• Contributing to thought leadership by creating sector-relevant insights, publications, and tools.
• Coaching and mentoring junior colleagues, while contributing to the development of the practice.
• Collaborating across practices within Sia Partners to bring integrated solutions to clients.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of management consulting or strategy experience, with significant exposure to Oil & Gas, Sales, or Partnerships.
• Proven track record in business development, partnership management, and revenue growth strategies.
• Strong understanding of commercial models, O&G value chain, and energy transition trends.
• Experience in strategy development, transformation, or commercial excellence projects.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with excellent problem-solving and leadership skills.
• Master’s degree preferred (Business, Engineering, or related field).
• Strong project management and team leadership capabilities.
• Business proficiency in both Arabic and English is a must.
• Willingness to be based in Dubai or Abu Dhabi, depending on project requirements.

Additional Information

Joining Sia means integrating into a globally recognized firm that fosters personal growth through our unique Sia Village concept, which promotes a community-driven culture reinforced by values of Excellence, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Teamwork, Care & Support, and Employee Wellbeing, ensuring a fulfilling career path. 

What a career at Sia offer you? 

• Competitive compensation: an competitive salary and benefits package, benchmarked against the market to ensure the most competitive offers. 
• Entrepreneurial spirit: Join us on an entrepreneurial journey that not only fosters innovation but also empowers you to drive your own success. Dive into a culture where your ideas shape the future. 
• Tailored career advocacy program: Receive dedicated support designed to help you achieve your professional aspirations. Our program pairs you with mentors who provide actionable feedback, ensuring continuous progress and success in your career path.
• Continuous growth: Engage with ongoing opportunities for learning and development, particularly in new and emerging topics. Stay ahead of the curve by continually advancing your knowledge and skills. 

Our Commitment to Diversity   

At Sia, we believe in fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees and partners are valued and thrive in a sense of belonging. We are committed to recruiting and developing a diverse network of employees and investing in their growth by providing unique opportunities for professional and cultural immersion. Our commitment toward inclusion motivates dynamic collaboration with our clients, building trust by creating an inclusive environment of curiosity and learning which affects lasting impact.   

We are guided by the pursuit of understanding and take pride in being able to provide meaningful solutions to our clients’ unique challenges. We bring our whole selves to work and strive to listen, observe, understand and be understood. 

To learn more about our mission, values, and business sectors, please visit our website.

Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.