*** Must be based in Dubai

Our client is looking for a dynamic, tech-savvy, business-minded Operations Manager to join their growing team in Dubai.

This is a unique opportunity for someone who is passionate about entrepreneurship, business growth, networking, and supporting entrepreneurs. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing the client's day-to-day operations while also helping build a strong entrepreneurial community and create meaningful connections and opportunities.

This is a highly visible, hands-on position suited to someone who is energetic, confident, commercially minded, and comfortable being both behind the scenes managing operations and in front of the camera representing the brand.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the business, ensuring smooth and efficient execution.
• Support entrepreneurs and business owners by helping create connections, opportunities, and valuable resources.
• Build and maintain a strong network of entrepreneurs, business leaders, partners, and industry professionals across Dubai and the UAE.
• Plan and coordinate events, networking sessions, workshops, business meetings, and community initiatives.
• Manage event logistics, suppliers, venues, guest lists, communications, and on-the-day execution.
• Represent the client professionally at business events, networking functions, conferences, and meetings.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, suppliers, and key stakeholders.
• Be comfortable appearing on camera for social media content, interviews, podcasts, promotional campaigns, and business-related content.
• Support management with new business initiatives, partnerships, projects, and growth opportunities.
• Identify and implement improvements to operational processes, systems, and workflows.
• Leverage AI, automation, CRM platforms, and digital tools to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Coordinate multiple projects and priorities while ensuring deadlines and deliverables are met.
• Proactively identify challenges and provide practical solutions with minimal supervision.
• Contribute to creating an engaging, supportive, and collaborative environment for entrepreneurs.

Our client is looking for someone who is:

• Tech-savvy and genuinely interested in AI, automation, digital platforms, and emerging technologies.
• Commercially and business-minded, with an understanding of entrepreneurship and business growth.
• Passionate about supporting entrepreneurs and helping businesses succeed.
• Confident, outgoing, personable, and naturally comfortable networking and building relationships.
• Comfortable being in front of the camera and representing a brand publicly.
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and strong follow-through.
• Energetic, proactive, resourceful, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
• A natural communicator who can build rapport with different personalities and professional backgrounds.
• A problem-solver who takes ownership and gets things done.
• Positive, ambitious, collaborative, and entrepreneurial in mindset.
• Someone who enjoys bringing people together and creating meaningful opportunities.
• A like-minded individual who aligns with our client's entrepreneurial culture, values, and vision.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in operations, business development, entrepreneurship, events, community management, project management, or a related field.
• Experience working with entrepreneurs, startups, SMEs, business communities, or professional networks is highly desirable.
• Previous experience in Dubai or the UAE is preferred.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and modern digital business tools.
• Experience with AI tools, automation, CRM systems, content creation, or social media is an advantage.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• UAE driving license is preferred.

REF: FL V-205262