Chief of Staff

Job Overview

Insignia Search is seeking a Senior Strategic Affairs Manager / Chief of Staff to work closely with the CEO and executive leadership team of a semi-government entity in the technology sector. This role focuses on translating strategy into execution, strengthening governance, and driving alignment across the organisation.

Company Overview

Insignia Search is a leading recruitment firm based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, specializing in connecting top talent with premier organizations across various industries. They focus on identifying and placing exceptional professionals in key strategic roles.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Market Competitive
• Job Type: Full-time
• Qualifications: Master’s Degree
• Experience: Mid-Senior level

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic partner to the CEO, supporting priority setting, executive decision-making, and follow-through.
• Translate organisational strategy into clear objectives, initiatives, and KPIs.
• Drive execution of critical strategic programmes.
• Establish and maintain executive governance, reporting, and performance dashboards.
• Prepare high-quality executive and board-level materials, briefs.
• Manage senior internal and external stakeholders, including board members and partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• Extensive experience in strategy, management consulting, corporate development, PMO, or executive office roles.
• Proven experience working directly with C-suite or board-level stakeholders.
• Strong track record delivering complex, cross-functional initiatives end-to-end.
• Highly analytical, structured, and data-driven, with a strong execution mindset.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work closely with executive leadership in a high-impact role.
• Be at the center of decision-making and drive measurable outcomes.
• Gain experience in a semi-government entity within the technology sector.
• Exposure to senior internal and external stakeholders.
• Opportunity to introduce structured planning, PMO, and performance management practices.