General Manager (Middle East)

My client is currently looking for a general manager to look after the Middle East. You will be based out of Dubai and will be Responsible for driving strategic growth and financial performance of the country. They act as the company ambassador for external stakeholders and shape the culture and engagement of people in the region.

Collaborating with regional and functional teams to ensure operational and service excellence. This role balances entrepreneurial leadership with strong execution capabilities, ensuring alignment and execution of global objectives while tailoring strategies to the local market context.

• Local P&L metrics achieved: revenue, EBIT, DSO/Cash flow.
• Go-to-market strategy implemented with aligned sales and partner execution.
• Clear country budget, forecast, and operating cadence in place.
• Compliance and legal requirements fully met.
• High engagement levels with strong team culture.
• Recognized as trusted leader with customers, partners, and external stakeholders.
• 8–10+ years of commercial leadership in-country with P&L accountability
• Experience growing a market in cybersecurity, IT or distribution sectors
• Strong understanding of customer dynamics, partner ecosystems, and local regulation
• Fluent in English and local market language
• Strong communicator with proven leadership in matrixed environments
• If this role looks of interest and you have the key experience within Cyber then please send your CV and call for more information and a detailed job spec.