[AUH] Senior Consultant - Growth & Innovation

Sia is a next-generation management consulting firm and a pioneer of Consulting 4.0. We offer a unique blend of AI and design capabilities, augmenting traditional consulting to deliver superior value across more than 30 sectors and services.  

Sia's mission is to craft state-of-the-art narratives for transformation and innovation and to deploy these at scale. Our goal is to drive transformations that generate a positive impact. With a global presence of 51 offices worldwide and leveraging the expertise of 3,000 consultants in 20 countries, we optimize client projects globally. Through our Consulting for Good approach, we strive for next-level impact by developing innovative CSR solutions for our clients, making sustainability a lever for profitable transformation. 

In the Middle East, we provide expert Consulting services in Strategy, Growth & Innovation, and Business Transformation, across a broad spectrum of high-stakes strategic topics for our clients with a distinguished history of achievements and expertise. Propelled by our Partners and international teams, we are proud to play a crucial role in advancing visions in both the public and private sectors. In addition to these services, through the Sia Institute, we offer comprehensive training programs and workshops, meticulously tailored to meet the regional needs. 

Why join the Sia Village?   

Excellence | Entrepreneurship | Innovation | Teamwork | Care & Support | Employee Wellbeing  

These are the six core values that guide all our actions. As an expression of our values, our Sia Village concept describes our commitment to fostering a sense of community within and among our offices. We believe that knowledge sharing is the key, not only to innovation, but to the growth and development of our people. 

Our Senior Consultant will support and manage delivery of our project engagement, service delivery, and defined projects in Growth & Innovation as part of the Middle East team. They will be responsible for specific areas of focus and monitoring progress and successful delivery against agreed outcomes. 

The activities and projects are wide-ranging providing the Senior Consultant an opportunity to utilize a variety of skill sets to focus on specific areas of activity and grow the role to suit their own experiences and interests. 

Tasks may include but are not limited to: 

• Support and manage delivery of assigned innovation projects  
• Documenting full needs description and solution requirements 
• Active technology scouting and solution identification and validation 
• Project due diligence research and documentation 
• Communicate and facilitate collaboration across multiple stakeholders 
• Carry out other appropriate delegated duties as required 

As part of a diverse and motivated team, you will be involved in a range of projects with our clients, covering topics such as: 

• Innovation strategy definition & implementation  
• Capabilities building projects using the latest methodologies on innovation, design thinking, innovation management, etc. 
• Project management: management of business projects with both internal stakeholders and third parties.

• Strong academic background (e.g. Engineering and/or Business) from a top-tier university 
• 4-6 years experience in technology, research, innovation environments for the Senior Consultant role 
• Experience of planning, managing, and delivering innovation and technical-based projects 
• Formal project delivery tracking using Gantt charts or similar 
• Demonstrable experience of leading and completing complex technical innovation projects 
• Experience in understanding technical discussions and documentation 
• Knowledge of open Innovation Methodology, Intellectual Property and Technology Scouting
• Certification in Innovation or Future Foresight from GIMI is highly preferable 
• Business proficiency in Arabic and English is a must 

Joining Sia means integrating into a globally recognized firm that fosters personal growth through our unique Sia Village concept, which promotes a community-driven culture reinforced by values of Excellence, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Teamwork, Care & Support, and Employee Wellbeing, ensuring a fulfilling career path. 

What a career at Sia offer you? 

• Competitive compensation: an competitive salary and benefits package, benchmarked against the market to ensure the most competitive offers. 
• Entrepreneurial spirit: Join us on an entrepreneurial journey that not only fosters innovation but also empowers you to drive your own success. Dive into a culture where your ideas shape the future. 
• Tailored career advocacy program: Receive dedicated support designed to help you achieve your professional aspirations. Our program pairs you with mentors who provide actionable feedback, ensuring continuous progress and success in your career path.
• Continuous growth: Engage with ongoing opportunities for learning and development, particularly in new and emerging topics. Stay ahead of the curve by continually advancing your knowledge and skills. 

Our Commitment to Diversity   

Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.  

At Sia, we believe in fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees and partners are valued and thrive in a sense of belonging. We are committed to recruiting and developing a diverse network of employees and investing in their growth by providing unique opportunities for professional and cultural immersion. Our commitment toward inclusion motivates dynamic collaboration with our clients, building trust by creating an inclusive environment of curiosity and learning which affects lasting impact.   

We are guided by the pursuit of understanding and take pride in being able to provide meaningful solutions to our clients’ unique challenges. We bring our whole selves to work and strive to listen, observe, understand and be understood. 

To learn more about our mission, values, and business sectors, please visit our website.

Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.