Role Overview

Our client is a boutique global strategic advisory firm operating at the intersection of private markets, strategic communications, and senior stakeholder engagement. Working with a highly curated portfolio of influential investors, private enterprises, innovative brands, early-stage ventures, and leading non-profit organisations, the firm is recognised for its relationship-led approach and its ability to create visibility, access, and long-term value.

As the firm continues its international growth, an exceptional Associate is sought to join the Dubai team. This is a client-facing, project-driven role offering broad exposure to strategic advisory work, investor engagement, and high-level relationship management. The Associate will work closely with senior leadership, international partners, and a diverse global network of stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Support client engagements across multiple strategic advisory projects

• Assist with investor outreach initiatives, including roadshows, stakeholder mapping, and engagement planning

• Prepare roadshow calendars, profiles, agendas, briefing notes, and marketing materials

• Communicate directly with clients on project updates, timelines, and next steps

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, investors, and external stakeholders

• Coordinate and support onsite client meetings, presentations, and executive engagements

• Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure seamless communication and delivery

• Prepare and format presentation materials using PowerPoint and Excel

• Support the firm’s visibility initiatives including annual meetings, conferences, seminars, and market events

• Maintain and actively manage the CRM system, ensuring accuracy of client and stakeholder data

• Compile background notes, research materials, and meeting briefs ahead of internal and external meetings

• Organise and consolidate meeting notes and action points across the team

• Conduct ongoing research into LPs, clients, and prospective relationships

• Support the COO and management team with compliance-related processes

• Contribute over time to new business origination as client relationships and networks deepen

Candidate Profile

• Proactive, detail-oriented, and intellectually curious professional

• Thrives in a fast-paced, boutique advisory environment

• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with professionalism and discretion

• Academic background in economics, finance, business, or a related field preferred

• Strong analytical capabilities and confident written and verbal communication skills

• Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel

• Polished interpersonal style with the confidence to engage senior stakeholders

• High levels of integrity, initiative, and commercial awareness

Why Join

This role offers the opportunity to build a career within a highly respected strategic advisory platform, gaining exposure to senior decision-makers, international markets, and complex client engagements, while developing deep expertise in relationship-led advisory work.