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"Would not hesitate to recommend him to other senior professionals" · Naoise King, ex FIFA & F1 "Invaluable for senior executives navigating their next move" · Selena Quick "MECA works because Dan works" · Ganesh Subramanian, Senior PM "Proven expertise, honest and open approach" · Robert Randall "Offer in Dubai within six weeks" · Ryan Addley "Would not hesitate to recommend him to other senior professionals" · Naoise King, ex FIFA & F1 "Invaluable for senior executives navigating their next move" · Selena Quick "MECA works because Dan works" · Ganesh Subramanian, Senior PM "Proven expertise, honest and open approach" · Robert Randall "Offer in Dubai within six weeks" · Ryan Addley
Executive Programme gold palm and star emblem The Executive Programme · By application · Limited places

Two decades of executive recruitment.
Now working for you.

Executive search firms work for the employer. For eight weeks, I work entirely for you: a private, done-with-you career transition for senior professionals targeting the GCC.

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8 weeks · private 1:1 2-3 clients at a time AED 7,500 · one payment Dubai · since 2007

"In a crowded, high-volume market, senior professionals win by being visible in the right places, to the right people, in the right way. That is precisely what we build, together, in eight weeks."

Is this you?

Built for three kinds of senior professional.

I

The relocating executive. Senior abroad, targeting the Gulf, and unwilling to spend a year learning this market by trial and error.

II

The in-region leader. Already in the GCC, ready for the next tier, and aware that the best mandates never reach a job board.

III

The discreet mover. Currently employed, needs total confidentiality, and wants a recruiter quietly working their side of the table.

The Executive Programme · An 8-week 1:1 engagement

Two phases. Everything built,
then taken to market.

Weeks 1 to 3 · Built for you

Positioning & Assets

  • Executive positioning and value thesis
  • Done-for-you executive CV, written end to end
  • LinkedIn rebuilt with you for inbound visibility
  • Target company map: 30 to 50 named GCC employers
  • Bespoke outreach playbook and approach scripts
Weeks 4 to 8 · In the market

Strategy & Execution

  • 4× private strategy calls across the programme
  • Live outreach review every week
  • Interview preparation for senior conversations
  • Offer and package negotiation guidance
  • Priority WhatsApp support throughout

It is me, personally, the whole way. A progress tracker keeps you accountable end to end.

The performance commitment

If you are not in active conversations with the employers you're targeting by the end of the programme, I keep working with you, at no extra cost, until you are. No other career service in this market puts that in writing.

Senior professionals, on the record

Discretion is the product.
These chose to speak.

"His advice was clear, strategic, and tailored, helping me to refine how my experience and expertise are presented at a senior level… I appreciate his professionalism, discretion, and expertise."

Naoise (Nisha) KingStrategic Communications · former FIFA, CAF & Formula 1

LinkedIn recommendation

"His ability to bring clarity to career goals with a no-nonsense approach is invaluable, especially for senior executives navigating their next move."

Selena QuickDesign-Led Acquisition & Optimisation

LinkedIn recommendation

"His honest and open approach addresses every key aspect of what you need to do to secure the right opportunity. Dan understands the job market and has proven expertise."

Robert RandallFinTech · Operations & Client Services

LinkedIn recommendation
Programme investment
AED 7,500 approx $2,040

One payment · 8-week private engagement · performance commitment included

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One senior GCC package typically pays AED 80,000 to 150,000+ per month, tax-free. The programme costs a fraction of your first month in the right role.

How it starts

Three steps. No forms.

01

Message me on WhatsApp

A short note is fine: your current situation and what you're targeting in the GCC. I respond personally to every message.

02

We speak

A direct conversation to establish whether I can genuinely move the needle for you. If I can't, I'll say so and point you to the right option.

03

We begin

Two or three clients at a time, so timing depends on availability. Once we start, you have me in your corner for eight weeks.

The best mandates in the Gulf are decided in private.
Get someone in the room.

Two or three clients at a time. If you're serious about your next move, start the conversation today.