Director, Middle East

About the role

WW+P is seeking a confident and versatile senior leader to represent the practice across the Middle East. Based at Egis’s regional headquarters in Dubai, the Director will drive internal synergies and cultivate external business opportunities.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the regional face of WW+P, leveraging deep knowledge of the firm’s portfolio, values, and design approach.
• Collaborate with the global WW+P studio and the 10N Collective to maximise cross‑studio synergies and support regional growth.
• Serve as the first point of contact for clients and partners, supporting design teams located in WW+P’s worldwide studios.
• Develop and nurture key client relationships through networking, exposure, and business development activities.
• Protect and evolve the WW+P brand identity, ensuring all outputs align with core values and messaging.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, leveraging formal and informal networks.
• Seek to maximise project profit returns wherever possible.

Required profile

• Proven track record of delivering award‑winning design across diverse project typologies.
• Minimum 5 years of experience at Associate Director level or equivalent seniority.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present design concepts to varied stakeholders.
• In‑depth knowledge of the Middle East construction market, including key clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Leadership experience managing remote design teams.
• Strong commercial acumen and project‑management expertise.
• Exceptional portfolio showcasing a wide range of successful design projects.

Required skills