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Title
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Description
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We are looking for an experienced Country Director to lead and oversee all business operations in a specific country. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in strategic management, business development, and leading multicultural teams. As the primary representative of the company in the country, the Country Director will play a key role in defining and implementing the local strategy while ensuring compliance with the company’s global policies.
The Country Director will be responsible for revenue growth, profitability, risk management, and customer satisfaction. They will need to build strong relationships with local stakeholders, including clients, partners, government authorities, and employees. They will also ensure effective communication between headquarters and local operations.
This role requires a deep understanding of the local market, the ability to adapt to changing environments, and a strong results-oriented mindset. The Country Director must also demonstrate the ability to motivate and inspire teams, manage budgets, and make informed strategic decisions.
The successful candidate will possess strong business acumen, high integrity, and the ability to work in a multicultural environment. Previous experience in a similar leadership role is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Define and execute the local business strategy
- Oversee daily operations in the country
- Manage local teams and ensure their performance
- Ensure compliance with company policies
- Develop relationships with local stakeholders
- Manage budgets and financial resources
- Identify growth opportunities
- Represent the company to local authorities
- Ensure communication between headquarters and the country
- Assess risks and implement mitigation plans
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- University degree in management, business, or related field
- 10 years of experience in a leadership role
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
- Deep knowledge of the local market
- Ability to manage multicultural teams
- Fluency in French and English
- Experience in budget management
- Negotiation and conflict resolution skills
- Results-oriented and strategic mindset
- Ability to work under pressure
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What is your experience managing multicultural teams?
- How have you handled a strategic challenge in a previous role?
- What is your approach to developing a new market?
- How do you ensure compliance with company policies?
- Have you represented a company to local authorities before?
- How do you evaluate team performance?
- What is your experience with budget management?
- How do you handle conflicts within a team?
- What is your strategy for achieving growth targets?
- How do you communicate with headquarters in an international context?
