Practice Leader

3 weeks ago


Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Burson Full time
Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. Burson is part of WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP), the creative transformation company. Learn more at www.bursonglobal.com.Burson

is seeking a dynamic and experienced Practice Leader to spearhead the growth and success of our Technology practice in the Middle East. This is a high-impact leadership role with significant responsibility for driving revenue, building client relationships, and developing a high-performing team.Location:

UAEResponsibilities:

Lead and Grow the Practice: Develop and execute the strategic ambitious plan for the Technology practice in the Middle East, driving revenue growth, market share expansion, and profitability.Client Relationship Management: Cultivate and manage key client relationships at the C-suite level, acting as a trusted advisor and identifying opportunities to deliver value-added solutions.Business Development: Lead business development efforts, including identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, developing proposals, and negotiating contracts.Creative approach: Able to develop creative and innovative solutions to client challenges in collaboration with digital experts, creative strategists, creatives and PR professionals.Team Leadership and Development: Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing team of technology consultants, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.Market Expertise: Stay abreast of the latest technology trends and market dynamics in the Middle East.Thought Leadership: Represent the firm as a thought leader in the technology space.P&L Management: Take ownership of the practice's P&L, managing budgets, forecasting revenue, and ensuring profitability.Collaboration: Work closely with other practice leaders and teams across the organization.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration); MBA preferred.20+ years of experience in the technology consulting industry, with a proven track record of success in leading and growing a practice.Deep understanding of the Middle East technology market, including key trends, challenges, and opportunities, including AI and enterprise technology.Strong business development skills, with a proven ability to identify and close new business.Excellent client relationship management skills, with experience building and maintaining relationships at the C-suite level.Proven leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire high-performing teams.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.Fluency in English is essential; Arabic language skills are highly desirable.If you are a passionate and driven technology leader with a proven track record of success, we encourage you to apply.At Burson, diversity, equity and inclusion are not just values; they are strategic imperatives that fuel our future in an industry built on the art of understanding, connecting and developing relationships. We believe that a diverse workforce is essential for inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue and cultivating meaningful experiences that drive innovation and creativity. It also enables our agency to thrive and deliver brilliant work.For more information, visit www.bursonglobal.com.

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