Position: Associate Director
Location: Dubai
Salary: 540.256 AED
Assignment timescale: 6 weeks
Challenge:
A global consulting firm in the Middle East needed to strengthen its Investigations & Disputes team by hiring a senior leader. The role required someone with deep expertise in dispute resolution, investigation management, and the ability to handle complex cases. Beyond technical skills, the firm was looking for a candidate who could build the practice, improve how the team operated, and expand the firm’s presence in the region.
Solution:
Consulting Point focused on its network in the Investigations & Disputes sector to find candidates who had proven experience in managing disputes and leading forensic investigations. We prioritised professionals with experience handling large, cross-border cases and a history of growing similar practices.
One candidate stood out. They had significant experience in managing complex investigations and dispute cases in the Middle East, with a solid track record of success. They also brought strong leadership skills and a clear vision for how to grow and improve a team. Their background matched the requirements of the role and the firm’s goals perfectly.
Results:
The search was completed in three weeks. Consulting Point worked closely with both the firm and the candidate to ensure the process was efficient and straightforward. The candidate accepted the offer and stepped into the role as Associate Director.
The hire has already made a noticeable impact. The firm now has a leader in place to handle its most complex cases, strengthen its practice, and grow its footprint in the Middle East market. The candidate has also stepped into a role that offers both challenge and opportunity, setting the foundation for long-term success for both sides.
How can we help?
Position: Senior Consultant
Expertise: Public Sector Strategy & Financial Advisory
Geographies: MENA
Karan has an Academic background in Accounting and Finance from Heriot-Watt University and was born & raised in Dubai. With over 4 years of experience in Recruitment, his expertise lies within Research, Delivery, and Relationship Management across multiple functions within the Private and Public sectors.
Having worked on Senior and C-level mandates, Karan specializes in the placement of key leadership positions in Nationalisation, and regional and international mandates including CEOs for government companies in KSA as well as Directors & Partners for Big4 Advisory firms across the wider MENA region.
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