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Head of Operations

Sagest Capital
Posted onDec 6, 2025
LocationDubai, United Arab Emirates (Hybrid)
Employment typeFull-time

We're a team of passionate, visionary, future minded partners who are building a big & disruptive portfolio of Venture Capital & PE + tech startups companies with global goals & getting MENA region closer to the future of economy & tech innovation.

Skillset & Expertise Requirements – Head of OperationsCore Leadership & Management

  • Proven track record in senior operational leadership (7+ years), preferred within venture capital, private equity, or scaled startups from their early stages to growth stages.

  • Strong ability to design and implement governance frameworks, operational policies, and compliance structures.

  • Expertise in scaling organizations, including team building, partner role definition, and cross-functional coordination.

  • Demonstrated success in strategic planning, capital allocation, and resource optimization.

Financial & Analytical Acumen

  • Deep understanding of financial modeling, burn rate management, and capital efficiency.

  • Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and KPI-driven performance monitoring.

  • Ability to synthesize complex market data into actionable operational strategies.

  • Familiarity with investment structures, portfolio management, and risk assessment.

Operational Excellence

  • Skilled in process optimization, workflow automation, and operational discipline.

  • Experience with licensing, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance across GCC markets (Kuwait, UAE, Saudi Arabia preferred).

  • Strong background in vendor management, contract negotiation, and stakeholder relations.

  • Ability to implement scalable systems for HR, finance, and project management.

Strategic Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Exceptional executive communication skills, capable of preparing investor-ready reports, bios, and presentations.

  • Strong interpersonal skills to align diverse partner backgrounds into cohesive, high-performing teams.

  • Ability to represent the firm externally with investors, regulators, and strategic partners.

  • Skilled in conflict resolution, negotiation, and consensus building.

Technical & Market Awareness

  • Familiarity with emerging technologies (AI, EV, robotics, software, real estate innovation).

  • Proficiency in digital tools for operations (ERP, CRM, project management platforms).

  • Awareness of regional economic development trends and ability to integrate them into firm strategy.

  • Strong adaptability to global market shifts and disruptive innovation.

Sagest Capital

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Thriving to be part of the future of innovation, human advancement & business.

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