Manager Projects & Insights

talabat is seeking a Manager in the CEO Office Team to drive the company's growth and success by assisting in the development and execution of strategic plans and innovative initiatives. This role is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Join us to optimize operations, enhance customer experience, and drive revenue growth.

We are looking for a self-starter with a proactive mindset and an analytical background, ideally with consulting or strategy experience, who wants to be close to the core of a rapidly growing business.

Company Overview

talabat is the leading on-demand delivery platform in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, offering customers a convenient and personalized way to order food, groceries, and other convenience products. Founded in Kuwait in 2004, talabat is a subsidiary of Delivery Hero SE, headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

talabat leverages global expertise to strengthen its market position and drive innovation in the on-demand delivery sector, connecting customers, partners, and riders through its advanced technology platform.

Quick Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Experience: 6+ years
• Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Strategy, Innovation, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the company's strategic roadmap and goal-setting cycle, including half-yearly ambition-setting.
• Orchestrate and manage the company's monthly and quarterly performance review cycle.
• Shape strategic plans and initiatives, working directly with talabat's c-suite and leadership.
• Evaluate and prioritize strategic initiatives based on financial viability, operational feasibility, and impact on key performance indicators.
• Support the development of analysis and materials for quarterly earnings calls, board meetings, and investor presentations.
• Own recurring competitive intelligence across global and regional peers.
• Lead high-visibility projects sponsored directly by the CEO, and drive execution across the business.

Requirements

• 6+ years' experience in top-tier consulting, investment banking, strategy, or a strategy/ops role inside a fast-paced, venture-backed consumer tech, e-commerce or marketplace business.
• Sharp analytical and financial-modelling skills; comfortable building a business case from a blank page.
• Innovative mindset, with a passion for identifying and implementing new strategies, technologies, and processes.
• Excellent project management, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Executive presence, able to represent the CEO Office independently.
• A true self-starter who manages through ambiguity, and owns outcomes end-to-end.
• Genuine fluency with modern AI/GenAI tools.

Benefits

• Opportunity to play a critical role in driving the company's growth and success.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement strategic projects.
• Work closely with talabat's c-suite and leadership.
• Support the leadership team in preparing reports, presentations, and recommendations.
• Lead high-visibility projects sponsored directly by the CEO.
• Bring ambitious, fun and positive energy to the workplace.