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Al Zeina
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates

About Us

As part of a global network of 130+ offices spread across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, the Americas and Asia Pacific, we leverage this global reach to provide local expertise, while maintaining a sharp focus on the unique needs of the Middle East and Africa region.

Our local presence, coupled with a global perspective, ensures that we consistently deliver agile, impactful, and forward-thinking recruitment solutions.
 

Led by Ankur Poddar and Ritesh Patel, our office in UAE is driven by a passion for excellence and a commitment to empowering businesses with top-tier talent. With a combined industry experience of over 30 years across diverse sectors and geographies, we bring deep domain knowledge and a nuanced understanding of the skills and expertise required for strategic growth, powered by the right people. 

Our Recruitment Specialization

We specialize in connecting high-impact talent with transformative career opportunities in Sales, Marketing and Finance roles across sectors, with a special focus on Mobility and Advanced Technology sectors.

Our dedicated focus lies in mid-to-senior level recruitment, ensuring a tailored approach that delivers results for both candidates and clients. 

​​​​​​​What sets us apart is our consultative approach. We don’t just fill positions — we build partnerships. Our extensive networks, industry insights, and personalized service allow us to source, engage, and place candidates who drive long-term success.
 

Meet the Team
  • Ankur Poddar
    Managing Partner
  • Ankur Poddar
    Managing Partner

    Ankur Poddar is a dynamic business leader with over a decade of cross-functional experience in Mobility, Advanced Technology,  Strategic Growth and Finance roles. With a proven track record of driving business expansion, he has successfully spearheaded new market entries, launched business verticals, and achieved multi-fold revenue growth across geographies like India, South Africa, and Tanzania. His leadership prowess was recognized with the prestigious ET Young Leader Award in 2017, underscoring his ability to inspire teams and deliver measurable impact. 

    Having led initiatives that involve both building businesses from the ground up and driving the expansion of large organizations into new markets, Ankur possesses a first-hand understanding of the challenges that growing organizations face. This experience enables him to identify critical business needs and recruit top-tier candidates who can deliver strategic value. 
    With extensive experience in P&L ownership, strategy development, and operational execution, Ankur has built a reputation for driving sustainable business growth. As Head of Business Growth & Strategy at Sarga Motocorp FZCO, he established and scaled businesses in Tanzania and the UAE, delivering rapid growth in both revenue and profitability. His tenure at Mahindra & Mahindra further honed his ability to lead large-scale operations and deliver results in highly competitive markets. 
    A Chartered Accountant, IIM Bangalore and SRRC, DU alumnus, Ankur combines financial acumen with a sharp strategic mindset, making him a trusted advisor and partner in driving sustainable business growth. 

  • Ritesh Patel
    Managing Partner
  • Ritesh Patel
    Managing Partner

    A seasoned business leader with two decades of experience driving transformation and growth across diverse industries, Ritesh Patel specializes in scaling businesses, building brands, and delivering turnaround strategies. He has led $250mn business P&L, built multi-channel operations from the ground up, developed consumer brands in new markets and implemented innovative business transformation initiatives spanning across automotive, agriculture, construction equipment, consumer goods, and manufacturing sectors. 
    After an illustrious corporate career, Ritesh founded Chrysaliis, where he serves as CEO. Chrysaliis offers cross-border expansion services that helps businesses scale-up faster. 
    Drawing on his extensive leadership background, Ritesh now channels his vast experience into transforming recruitment. His deep understanding of business operations and a sharp eye for talent can help organizations secure leaders that create real impact for the business 

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