Country Manager

Description

Job Summary: Responsible for communicating the company’s global strategy, ensuring its execution, and identifying opportunities to capitalize on business growth within the national territory. Key Highlights: 1. Join a team that fosters collaboration, trust, and support. 2. Access to training programs, courses, and opportunities for professional growth. 3. Be part of a leading organization in safety, quality, and sustainability. Santiago de Chile, CL, 7561014 **Key Area:** Administration and Office **Experience Level:** Leadership **Contract Type:** Permanent contract **Full-time/Part-time:** Full-time **Weekly Hours:** 42 **Remote Work:** Hybrid **Application ID:** 4485 **Publication Date:** 18 Feb 2026 Do you want to drive the future toward a safe, protected, and sustainable world? At DEKRA, we address cutting-edge topics across all areas of work: from vehicle inspection to cybersecurity, from product testing to clean energy, or from automated driving to artificial intelligence. We anticipate technological advancements and lead industry transformation as strategic benchmarks. We are seeking qualified and passionate individuals who wish to grow and reach their full potential within a global team, tackling the exciting challenges ahead. We seek enthusiasts eager to perform impactful work and contribute as trusted partners to our clients and society. **A Day in the Life and the Impact You’ll Make:** You will be responsible for communicating the company’s global strategy to your direct reports and ensuring its proper execution through reporting lines. You must identify opportunities across various markets and business areas and develop the necessary strategies to capitalize on those opportunities. **What You’ll Do:** * Ensure the proper operation of the company’s various business units within the national territory. * Supervise and coordinate the execution of corporate strategies through your direct reports. * Maintain and grow the business in alignment with the company’s vision, always considering and complying with corporate bylaws. * Establish effective relationships with direct reports and business colleagues to ensure the company’s vision is fulfilled according to standards defined by senior management. * Ensure legal and regulatory compliance across all divisions operating within the national territory. * Sign issued contracts (product testing). * Issue and sign certificates guaranteeing product conformity (product testing). * Actively contribute to a culture of safety and health by demonstrating responsibility, communication, and supervision in the following key areas: Strategic Alignment, Accountability, Monitoring **What You’ll Bring:** * Degree in Business Administration * MBA or postgraduate degree in Strategic Management, Finance, or Business Management preferred * Minimum 5 years of verifiable experience in a similar role * Prior experience leading country-level operations or entire business units * Advanced English proficiency – mandatory * Strategic planning skills at the executive level * Ability to create, interpret, and develop financial statements * Broad business and commercial perspective * Strong drive and ability to instill a leadership vision within your team * Ability to influence cross-functionally without direct authority * Strong strategic communication skills **What You’ll Receive for the Value You Bring:** * Join an organization with over 100 years of global history, a leader in safety, quality, and sustainability * Become part of a team that fosters **collaboration, trust, and support among colleagues** * Access to **training programs, courses, and opportunities for professional growth** * Competitive market-based salary * **Incentives and additional benefits** (medical insurance) **Benefits:** * Work in an innovative environment: With our multifaceted expertise and the challenges posed by our businesses, we offer the ideal setting for passionate professionals to advance their careers. * Join a global team where you can always learn: We embrace a corporate culture of unity and trust that makes us better because we mutually empower one another. * **Experience change within a stable and solid environment**: Even during times of uncertainty, we are a secure employer offering positions with assured futures. * **Personal and professional development**: We offer a wide range of training courses and access to our self-paced learning platform for your individual development. * **Additional advantages**: A healthy work-life balance, work flexibility, market-oriented salaries, incentives, and flexible compensation. We build a safer world today. Apply now and join a team that values your experience and passion. At DEKRA, we value your unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace for all team members.