Maya Harake

Maya is an accomplished professional, currently serving as an Engagement Manager at InterSearch Middle East, headquartered in Dubai.

She has built her Executive Search career over the past decade in the Middle East, delivering senior and C-level mandates across multiple sectors. Her experience in Executive Search, Leadership Consulting, and HR Advisory, combined with her strong client engagement and assessment capabilities, enables her to support organizations in identifying and attracting top-tier talent while driving long-term value.

Maya has successfully led executive search and leadership advisory assignments across the GCC region, working closely with clients to design tailored search strategies, conduct competency-based assessments, and ensure successful placements at the highest levels.

She has worked across a wide spectrum of industries, including Financial Services, Engineering, Industrial, Technology, FMCG, Manufacturing, and Aviation.

Before joining InterSearch, Maya held the role of Client Engagement Manager at DHR Global, where she led C-level and senior executive searches and contributed to leadership consulting and board assessment projects across the region.

Prior to that, she built her foundation in HR consulting and recruitment in Lebanon, gaining experience in organizational development, performance management, and talent acquisition.

Maya holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the American University of Beirut, as well as a dual MBA from ESA Business School and ESCP Business School.