MENA Chief Operating Officer & Director of Finance
Core
Strategic operational and financial leader for Freshfields' MENA region, driving business performance, financial results, and transformative initiatives.
Role type
Senior IC Chief Operating Officer & Director of Finance
Builds
Business operations, financial reporting, risk management frameworks, and regional strategy execution for a global law firm.
Domain
Professional Services / Legal / Finance / Operations
Required skills
Strategic planning, financial analysis and reporting, operational risk management, regulatory compliance (AML), change management, budgeting and cost control, real estate portfolio management, team leadership and development.
Preferred skills
Deep understanding of MENA market practices, experience in professional services management, data-driven decision-making capabilities.
Technologies
None explicitly stated
Responsibilities
Develop business planning and identify revenue growth opportunities; drive business transformation and organizational change; deliver financial analysis and reporting; lead regulatory, governance, and operational risk agenda; develop operating policies and direct office operations; manage real estate portfolio; oversee cost control strategies; manage local business services teams; champion employee well-being and engagement.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
