Silicon Foundry, a Kearney company, Principal - Middle East

Full-timeMiddle East & AfricaDoha, Dubai, Riyadh

Job Description

Silicon Foundry, a Kearney company, Principal, Middle East 

 

Who we are 

 

Silicon Foundry is a premier innovation advisory firm that helps corporations anticipate disruption, engage with emerging technologies, and build high-impact partnerships that drive business transformation. As a subsidiary of Kearney, a global consultancy, we blend strategic expertise with deep connectivity across startups, venture capital, and technology ecosystems to help organizations unlock new opportunities and accelerate growth. 

 

Our work spans corporate innovation, venture strategy, and ecosystem engagement. We help our global enterprise clients navigate shifting market dynamics, scout and engage with cutting-edge startups, and structure strategic investments, partnerships, and acquisitions. 

 

A core part of our expertise is designing, launching, and managing venture programs such as corporate incubators, accelerators, and strategic investment initiatives. We don’t just advise—we build and execute. From defining focus areas and sourcing high-potential startups to facilitating pilots, structuring investment theses, and driving commercialization, we help organizations translate external innovation into tangible business impact. 

 

By integrating Kearney’s world-class consulting capabilities with our deep venture and technology networks, we create the bridge between corporate strategy and the fast-moving startup ecosystem—helping enterprises stay ahead of disruption and future-proof their businesses. 

 

Learn more at www.sifoundry.com. 

 

Who you are

 

  • You have a strong grasp of emerging technologies, venture trends, and evolving market dynamics, with the ability to translate them into actionable opportunities for corporate innovation 

  • You have deep experience in designing and executing venture programs, such as corporate accelerators, incubators, and pilot-driven innovation initiatives 

  • You are skilled in stakeholder management, engaging with corporate executives, startup founders, and venture investors to drive high-value partnerships 

  • You have strong business development experience, with a track record of identifying and converting new opportunities into meaningful engagements 

  • You have excellent communication and organizational skills, with experience managing multiple projects and senior stakeholders in a fast-paced environment 

  • You are adaptable, comfortable wearing multiple hats, and excited about working in a high-growth, startup-like environment within a globally connected firm 

  • You are deeply curious and well-networked across the venture ecosystem, from founders and investors to corporate innovation leaders 

 

What You’ll Do

 

  • Project Delivery: Lead regular discussions with Client executives to scope new projects, identify impact areas, highlight proactively sourced opportunities, and ensure continued alignment. Act as the day-to-day interface with key stakeholders at Client organizations; maintain ongoing dialogue and deep understanding of their core interests and end goals and set an account strategy that aligns with the Client’s priorities and where we can have the most impact 

  • Startup Sourcing & Diligence: Identify, engage, and evaluate high-potential startups, leveraging venture networks to build a strong pipeline of emerging companies 

  • Market Analysis & Research: Conduct deep-dive research on emerging technologies, venture trends, and market dynamics, synthesizing insights into actionable recommendations 

  • Program Operations & Execution: Manage logistics, track key program metrics, and support structured engagements between corporate executives and startups 

  • Deliverable development: Own the development of compelling materials for executive briefings, workshops, and strategy presentations, ensuring impact in all outputs 

  • Network building: Continuously build authentic relationships with corporate executives, startup founders, and VC investors, while generating awareness and communicating our value proposition to the broader tech community. 

 

What You’ve Done

 

  • 7-10+ years of experience in management consulting, venture capital, corporate innovation, startups and entrepreneurship, or a related field (minimum 3 years of experience with a leading consulting firm) 

  • Deep functional experience in areas including incubator and accelerator programs, CVCs, venture building, executing pilots and POCs, venture scouting, M&A, investments and due diligence 

  • Strong understanding of venture ecosystems, startup scaling dynamics, and how to structure corporate-startup engagements for mutual benefit 

  • Exceptional relationship-building skills, with experience working with C-level executives, startup founders, and investors 

  • Ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder programs, balancing strategic objectives with tactical execution 

  • A proactive, execution-driven mindset with the ability to turn insights into action and drive measurable outcomes 

  • Passion for technology, entrepreneurship, and the intersection of corporate and startup innovation 

  • Flexibility to travel within MEA region 

 

Requirements:

 

  • Role is for applicants currently in or willing to relocate to an office in the GCC region (e.g. UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait etc.) 

 

Compensation & Benefits (Not Exhaustive)

 

  • Highly competitive compensation package 

  • Housing Allowance – This is a cash-based allowance to support housing and is part of total fixed salary. It is paid monthly along with the Base Salary 

  • Discretionary annual bonus 

  • Participation in commission program 

  • Annual Leave Ticket – Economy class return ticket for employee & dependents (spouse & children) to home country, once every year 

  • Health Insurance – For employee & dependents (spouse & children) 

Silicon Foundry, LLC,, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer- By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our Members, partners and colleagues to grow and navigate what’s next. We understand, respect, and value diversity - unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.