Manager – Business Planning & Development

Job Description Manager – Business Planning & Development – International Office, support the development and execution of business planning and development initiatives across international markets by identifying growth opportunities, conducting market and financial analysis, and contributing to the implementation of expansion strategies aligned with organizational objectives in the CIS & Eastern Europe Region. Responsibilities Core Responsibilities: • Support the development and execution of market research, business planning and growth strategies across international markets. • Identify and assess new business opportunities, including market entry strategies, partnerships, and structuring. • Manage development of project investment cases, feasibility studies, and due diligence processes • Provide comprehensive financial analysis to support decision-making. • Support implementation and asset management of existing portfolio investments in the CIS & Eastern Europe Region. • Prepare presentations, reports, and memos for the line manager, internal stakeholders and leadership. • Monitor project performance and support analysis of operational, financial, and commercial data. • Support client and partner engagements, including meetings, proposals, and follow-ups. • Maintain and update records of business development pipelines, opportunities, and performance metrics. • Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory requirements, and emerging opportunities across target markets. People Management Responsibilities: • Supervise and support junior team members in executing assigned tasks. • Provide guidance, coaching, and development support. • Contribute to performance evaluations and team capability building. Strategic Responsibilities: • Contribute to the implementation of business development and expansion strategies. • Provide insights and recommendations based on market intelligence and competitive analysis. • Support the development of initiatives that drive revenue growth and enhance customer value. Qualifications Educational and Technical Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field. • Master’s degree is an advantage. • Proficiency in English (written and spoken). Language Skills: • Knowledge of additional regional languages is advantageous. Years of Experience: • Minimum 7–12 years of relevant experience. Nature of Experience: • Experience in business planning, strategy, or business development roles. • Exposure to international markets, preferably within ports, maritime, logistics, or infrastructure sectors. • Strong financial modeling and analytical skills. • Experience in project coordination and execution. • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. • Ability to work in a dynamic, cross-functional environment. About Us AD Ports Group A Global Player Through organic growth and partnerships, AD Ports Group has developed over the years into an integrated premier enabler of trade, industrialisation, and economic diversification. Established by Emiri Decree and owned by ADQ, one of the region’s largest holding companies with a broad portfolio of major enterprises spanning key sectors of Abu Dhabi’s diversified economy. AD Ports Group is committed to building elite trade and logistics propositions. As trade has grown, so have we. Today, we are an integrated business across 5 clusters – Digital, Economic Cities & Free Zones, Logistics, Maritime, and Ports connecting global maritime routes and international trading partners. About The Team We offer exciting opportunities to people from different backgrounds and nationalities through internal career advancement programmes. Once a member of our staff, you have the chance to grow horizontally and vertically throughout your career journey with us. “We are proud to be the first organization from the Middle East region to receive the prestigious Investors in People (IIP) Platinum accreditation.” Find more about us here . Show more Show less

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field. Master’s degree is an advantage. Proficiency in English (written and spoken).

Core responsibilities include: - Support the development and execution of market research, business planning and growth strategies across international markets. - Identify and assess new business opportunities, including market entry strategies, partnerships, and structuring. - Manage development of project investment cases, feasibility studies, and due diligence processes. - Provide comprehensive financial analysis to support decision-making. - Support implementation and asset management of existing portfolio investments in the CIS & Eastern Europe Region. - Prepare presentations, reports, and memos for the line manager, internal stakeholders and leadership. - Monitor project performance and support analysis of operational, financial, and commercial data. - Support client and partner engagements, including meetings, proposals, and follow-ups. - Maintain and update records of business development pipelines, opportunities, and performance metrics. - Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory requirements, and emerging opportunities across target markets. - Supervise and support junior team members in executing assigned tasks. - Provide guidance, coaching, and development support. - Contribute to performance evaluations and team capability building. - Contribute to the implementation of business development and expansion strategies. - Provide insights and recommendations based on market intelligence and competitive analysis. - Support the development of initiatives that drive revenue growth and enhance customer value.