Strategy Consultant – Freelance (Dubai)

About the role

We are partnering with a leading organisation in Dubai to hire an experienced Strategy Consultant on a three‑month freelance engagement. The role supports a high‑impact institutional transformation programme, working closely with senior executives and academic advisors.

Key responsibilities

• Develop institutional strategy, operating models and implementation roadmaps.
• Conduct research, benchmarking and analysis to inform strategic decisions.
• Prepare board‑level presentations, executive briefing papers and other high‑quality deliverables.
• Coordinate with workstream leads, academic advisors and senior stakeholders to ensure programme delivery.
• Design, facilitate and document leadership workshops.
• Support PMO governance, status reporting, dependency management and overall programme execution.

Required profile

• Proven experience in strategy consulting, management consulting, transformation or corporate strategy.
• Strong analytical, research and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Experience engaging with senior leadership and facilitating strategic workshops.
• Previous exposure to higher education, public sector or institutional transformation is a plus.

Required skills

• Advanced PowerPoint and executive presentation skills.

What we offer

• Three‑month freelance contract with the possibility of extension.
• Opportunity to influence a major transformation programme in a dynamic environment.
• On‑site work in Dubai for direct collaboration with executive stakeholders.