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<p>Visa is looking for a seasoned leader to grow Marketing Services across KSA, Bahrain and Oman. The selected candidate will translate the CEMEA Marketing Services strategy into a KBO sub-regional plan, build senior client relationships and work with country business development teams to win new clients and expand existing relationships across financial institutions, merchants and fintechs. The role will partner closely with Visa Consulting & Analytics (VCA), Products, Sales and Finance to deliver marketing strategy, brand advisory, research and insights, cardholder lifecycle marketing and end-to-end marketing execution. The ideal candidate will combine client leadership, commercial discipline and deep marketing expertise. The individual will set clear priorities for the KBO Marketing Services business, develop a high-performing client-facing team and operate effectively through direct and matrixed relationships in a fast-paced environment. The role requires a consultative, analytical and collaborative approach, with strong digital and marketing technology capability. The selected individual will own the KBO Marketing Services pipeline, P&L and annual plan, while building scalable capabilities that help clients strengthen their brands, acquire and engage consumers and improve omnichannel marketing maturity. This role will dual report to the VP, Marketing Services, CEMEA and the Head of Marketing, GCC.</p>
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<li>Owning and running the KBO Marketing Services pipeline, P&L and financials to meet agreed short-, medium- and long-term goals and objectives.</li>
<li>Developing senior relationships with clients across financial institutions, merchants and fintechs, and building a clear understanding of their business objectives, marketing priorities and success measures.</li>
<li>Developing and commercializing marketing advisory and services that align client needs with Visa's brand positioning, sponsorship assets, data, insights and execution capabilities.</li>
<li>Partnering with Visa Consulting & Analytics (VCA), Products, Sales, Finance and the KBO country leadership to deliver a coordinated 'One Visa' approach for clients.</li>
<li>Building, leading and continuously developing a high-performing client-facing Marketing Services team across KSA, Bahrain and Oman.</li>
<li>Managing the annual planning cycle through a strategic, bottom-up approach, including pipeline governance, resource prioritization, delivery oversight and financial rigor.</li>
<li>Expanding advisory, digital, martech and measurement capabilities; maintaining client satisfaction; and providing clear executive-level communications on performance, risks and progress.</li>
<li>Leading on overall policy and process governance, quality assurance and delivery excellence in partnership with supporting business functions such as Compliance, Sourcing and Controllership.</li>
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<p>Visa requires at least 3 days in office, expectations of these days will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager. Visa requires at least 3 days in office, expectations of these days will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><h3>Qualifications</h3>
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<li>Minimum 15 years of work experience with a Bachelor s Degree or at least 12 years of experience with an Advanced degree (e.g. Masters/MBA/JD/MD)</li>
<li>Proven leader with a track record of building and developing diverse, top performing and highly engaged teams</li>
<li>Independent, self-starter with a proven record of driving complex strategies across large teams</li>
<li>Strong relationship building experience along with the ability to collaborate and work across countries and various business units to execute on a strategy and develop a new business</li>
<li>Strong influencing skills across a matrix environment</li>
<li>Ability to structure and manage complex projects and processes with multiple stakeholders at both senior and junior levels</li>
<li>Able to identify issues, conduct analyses, synthesize findings, and make recommendations</li>
<li>Personal presence and ability to clearly communicate compelling messages to senior level executives, excellent presentation skills, including strong oral and writing capabilities</li>
<li>Proven ability to build and develop a goal-oriented culture and continually raise the bar for team achievements</li>
<li>Executes decisions with the goals and vision of the company in mind, acts as a representative of the company brand both internally and externally</li>
<li>Client marketing, consulting, sales, or other client-facing experience required</li>
<li>Ability to quickly understand market/client business strategies and needs, and use that to identify opportunities for joint marketing programmes that deliver growth for the client and Visa</li>
<li>Prior experience identifying, scoping, pitching, and advising Clients on data-driven marketing strategies preferred, in market or in region experience preferred</li>
<li>Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, strong analytic skills, ability to translate data and insights into marketing strategies</li>
<li>Deep understanding of the payments marketing landscape and working knowledge of payment product economics preferred</li>
<li>Comfortable operating in white space , proactively pursuing new ideas/capabilities, building out a playbook approach enabling scalable/ repeatable solutions</li>
<li>Strong financial acumen and ability to partner with all divisions of Finance.</li>
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Job Summary:<br>Manage the technical strategy, planning, design, and delivery integration across all ERC Events & Entertainment assets, including venues and stages, covering audio, lighting, video, broadcast, rigging, show communications, and technical infrastructure. Translate creative concepts and operational requirements into coordinated technical packages, ensuring alignment with ERC’s Master Plan and progression through design assurance, testing, commissioning, and readiness activities to enable safe, reliable, and operationally ready event delivery.<br>Responsibilities:<br>Technical Strategy & Planning Develop technical strategy and planning requirements for all Events & Entertainment assets, including venues and stages. Translate creative concepts and operational requirements into comprehensive technical packages covering audio, lighting, video, broadcast, rigging, show communications, and technical infrastructure. Develop staging drawings, lighting plots, sound plans, rigging schematics, and related technical documentation to provide clear direction for production delivery. Define technical delivery methodologies and requirements to ensure consistent and reliable technical execution across Events & Entertainment assets. Technical Design & Integration Manage the integration of audio, lighting, video, broadcast, rigging, show communications, and technical infrastructure requirements across Events & Entertainment venues and stages. Review technical packages and documentation for completeness, coordination, and alignment with creative and operational requirements. Ensure technical requirements are fully integrated into the Master Plan and relevant planning activities. Identify technical constraints and interdependencies and coordinate their resolution with relevant stakeholders. Monitor changes affecting technical requirements and ensure approved changes are reflected in technical documentation and plans. Master Plan & Venue Integration Maintain the venue and constraints library, including venue dimensions, rigging capacities, power availability, and other documented technical constraints. Assess venue and stage requirements against available technical capacities and constraints to support effective technical planning. Coordinate technical requirements across venues to optimize planning and reduce rework. Provide technical input to planning activities based on venue capabilities, production requirements, and identified constraints. Ensure venue and technical information is accurate and current to support production planning and delivery. Technical Standards, Quality & Readiness Develop and maintain technical production and safety standards for Events & Entertainment assets. Apply safety-by-design requirements to technical packages, plans, and specifications. Coordinate technical testing, commissioning, and quality assurance reviews to confirm equipment and systems meet approved requirements. Conduct pre-event technical inspections and manage technical sign-off checklists to support safe and operationally ready venues and stages. Support rehearsals from a technical readiness and system performance perspective. Monitor technical quality and reliability and coordinate corrective actions to address identified performance, readiness, and technical issues. Technical Coordination & Reporting Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to align technical requirements, documentation, constraints, interfaces, and readiness activities. Monitor technical deliverables, interdependencies, risks, and mitigation actions across Events & Entertainment assets. Report technical readiness, interdependencies, risks, and mitigation plans through relevant governance forums. Coordinate the resolution of technical issues affecting planning, design integration, or operational readiness. Conduct post-event reviews of technical metrics and risk logs to capture lessons learned and improve technical planning for subsequent events and activations.<br>Educational Qualifications:<br>Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Event Management and Organization, Media Production, Entertainment Management, or a related field. Master’s degree in a relevant field is preferred.<br>Professional Certifications Preferred:<br>PMP, CTS, or other recognized certifications in project management, technical production, event management, or a related discipline are preferred.<br>Experience:<br>A minimum of 12 years of relevant experience for a bachelor’s degree, with a strong leadership background and a proven track record of strategic decision-making.<br>Nature of Experience:<br>Extensive experience in technical strategy, planning, design, and delivery for large-scale events, exhibitions, venues, stages, or entertainment productions. Strong experience integrating audio, lighting, video, broadcast, rigging, show communications, and technical infrastructure requirements. Proven experience translating creative concepts and operational requirements into coordinated technical packages and production documentation. Experience integrating complex technical requirements into master planning, venue planning, and production readiness activities. Proven experience in technical testing, commissioning, quality assurance, safety-by-design, and operational readiness. Strong experience coordinating technical requirements and interdependencies across internal stakeholders, vendors, contractors, and multidisciplinary production delivery teams.<br>Job Specific Skills:<br>Strong knowledge of technical production systems, including audio, lighting, video, broadcast, rigging, show communications, and technical infrastructure. Strong technical planning, design integration, and production documentation capabilities. Strong knowledge of venue technical requirements, production constraints, and technical readiness requirements. Strong knowledge of technical standards, safety-by-design, testing, commissioning, and quality assurance practices. Strong ability to translate creative and operational requirements into coordinated technical solutions.
The Senior Director - Commercial Partnerships & Distribution is responsible for developing and managing Qiddiya's commercial partnerships ecosystem and distribution network. The role drives sustainable revenue through strategic partnerships, travel trade relationships, online and offline distribution channels, and tourism activations.<br><br>The role leads the development of commercial agreements and distribution capabilities across travel agencies, tour operators, online travel agencies, airlines, hospitality groups, corporate travel buyers, and MICE operators. It also oversees commercial performance, partner management, channel development, and team capability while working closely with Marketing, Operations, Finance, Legal, and Technology.<br><br>Requirements<br><br>Commercial Strategy and Leadership<br><br> Develop and lead the commercial partnerships and distribution strategy in alignment with Qiddiya's objectives, national tourism priorities, and Vision 2030. Establish multi-year commercial targets, partnership priorities, and pipeline development plans. Position Qiddiya as a leading destination partner for international and domestic travel trade organizations. Develop innovative commercial models, including revenue-sharing arrangements, guaranteed inventory agreements, joint marketing contributions, and partner incentive programmes. Provide senior leadership with regular updates on commercial performance, market developments, risks, and opportunities. Translate the commercial strategy into clear plans, targets, and responsibilities for the Partnerships and Distribution teams. <br><br>Partnership Development and Management<br><br> Identify, negotiate, and secure high-value partnerships with travel agencies, tour operators, online travel agencies, airlines, hospitality groups, and corporate travel partners. Build and manage relationships with key local, regional, and international partners. Develop a structured partner classification and tiering model with clearly defined benefits, access, incentives, and joint investment levels. Oversee partnership agreements, memoranda of understanding, and commercial contracts. Establish a structured partner lifecycle covering identification, evaluation, onboarding, activation, performance monitoring, renewal, and closure. Maintain senior-level relationships with executives and decision-makers at key partner organizations. Ensure partnership agreements deliver measurable commercial, visitor, and brand value. <br><br>Distribution Network Development<br><br> Lead the development and optimization of Qiddiya's business-to-business and business-to-consumer distribution network. Oversee relationships and connectivity with online travel agencies and global distribution systems such as Amadeus, Sabre, and Galileo. Develop channel pricing, inventory management, rate parity, and commission policies across distribution channels. Lead the development of a trade partner portal offering booking tools, live inventory, marketing materials, and commission tracking. Evaluate and introduce suitable booking engines, central reservation systems, channel managers, and distribution technologies. Collaborate with Digital and Technology teams to improve customer journeys and conversion across digital distribution channels. Ensure distribution platforms and processes are scalable and integrated with Qiddiya's operational systems. <br><br>Revenue and Commercial Performance<br><br> Manage the commercial revenue and budget for the Partnerships and Distribution function. Establish commercial dashboards to monitor partnership pipeline value, deal progress, conversion rates, channel performance, and revenue against targets. Implement structured pipeline governance and regular commercial deal reviews. Work with Product and Finance teams to develop pricing and yield-management approaches across peak and off-peak periods. Monitor the commercial performance of individual partners, channels, products, and market segments. Conduct market and competitor benchmarking against comparable destinations. Identify revenue risks, performance gaps, and new commercial opportunities and recommend appropriate actions. <br><br>Team Leadership and Capability Development<br><br> Lead and develop a team of Senior Managers, Managers, and Specialists across Partnerships and Distribution. Establish clear responsibilities, performance expectations, and development plans for team members. Build a commercially focused, partner-oriented, and data-driven working culture. Identify capability gaps and address them through recruitment, training, coaching, and knowledge-sharing. Support the team in managing complex negotiations, partner relationships, and commercial challenges. Promote Qiddiya's values and expected standards across internal operations and external partner engagements. <br><br>Stakeholder Management<br><br> Act as the main commercial representative for partnership and distribution matters with relevant government entities, tourism authorities, and Qiddiya stakeholders. Work closely with Marketing to deliver joint campaigns, familiarization trips, trade activities, and partner-led activations. Coordinate with Finance, Legal, Procurement, Operations, Product, Digital, and Technology to ensure commercial agreements are compliant and operationally deliverable. Represent Qiddiya at major domestic and international travel trade exhibitions and industry events. Build effective relationships with the Saudi Tourism Authority, Ministry of Tourism, travel trade organizations, and tourism industry bodies. Ensure internal stakeholders receive clear and timely updates on commercial priorities, commitments, and performance. <br><br>Qualifications<br><br> Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Tourism Management, Hospitality Management, or a related field. Master's degree or MBA in a relevant discipline is strongly preferred. Professional certifications in tourism, destination management, or commercial management, such as CDME or CTA, are advantageous. Minimum of 12 years of progressive commercial experience within tourism, hospitality, destination management, travel trade, or a related industry. At least five years of experience in a senior leadership position
We are growing our team at MSL. We are on the lookout for an experienced Business Director to join the team. You will lead a portfolio of key client accounts, taking ownership of senior client relationships, strategic direction, operational excellence and commercial growth. Working closely with the Business Lead and senior agency leadership, this role will bring together teams across strategy, creative, digital, social, data and production to deliver integrated communications solutions. The Business Director will also leverage capabilities across Publicis Groupe to unlock new opportunities and deliver the Power of One.<br>Key Responsibilities Client Leadership & Delivery Build trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders and act as a strategic advisor. Lead the strategic, operational and delivery requirements across assigned accounts. Translate client business needs into clear strategic and creative opportunities. Oversee the development and execution of integrated, multichannel communications campaigns. Ensure work is delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards. Maintain strong client satisfaction and take ownership of resolving challenges.<br>Commercial Growth Take accountability for the performance, health and growth of the assigned client portfolio. Identify opportunities to expand existing accounts and generate new business. Lead the development of compelling proposals and integrated Groupe solutions. Collaborate across MSL and Publicis Groupe capabilities, including media, creative, data and technology. Support the development of annual strategic roadmaps that drive client business transformation.<br>Strategy & Innovation Bring strategic, creative and analytical thinking to client challenges. Challenge briefs constructively and recommend innovative, insight-led solutions. Stay ahead of emerging consumer, category and communications trends. Champion an always-on innovation mindset that creates a competitive advantage for clients. Use data, technology and audience insights to strengthen communications strategies.<br>People Leadership Lead, inspire and develop a high-performing account team. Set a clear vision and ensure teams understand their priorities and responsibilities. Coach team members and support their professional development. Build strong collaboration across agency departments and Groupe partners. Make confident decisions, manage conflict and take accountability for outcomes.<br>Experience & Qualifications13+ years of experience within a communications, PR, Agency Proven experience leading major client accounts in a senior client-facing role. Strong track record across brand, digital, social and data-driven communications. Experience managing and developing a team of approximately 6–8 people. Strong commercial acumen, with experience growing accounts and identifying new business opportunities. Excellent understanding of the end-to-end communications ecosystem, including digital, data and technology. Experience planning and delivering integrated, multichannel campaigns. Strong communication, storytelling, influencing and stakeholder-management skills. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience. The preference would be to have someone currently located in Riyadh
Req ID: 529934<br><br>At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.<br><br>Could you be the full-time Fleet Deputy Project Director (Onshore Scope) in Riyadh we’re looking for?<br><br>Your future role<br><br>Take on a new challenge and apply your leadership and project management expertise in a cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside dynamic and collaborative teammates.<br><br>You’ll be the representative of the Project Director, focusing on all onshore activities, particularly the integration of a new fleet into existing infrastructures. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (including project teams, line managers, and support functions such as finance, legal, and tax), manage customer relationships, and coordinate with external stakeholders such as suppliers and consortium partners. You’ll also drive the execution of the project to meet contractual requirements and customer expectations, and much more.<br><br>You’ll specifically take care of ensuring project Quality, Cost, Delivery, Planning (QCDP) and Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) performance, but also oversee contract management and variation orders.<br><br>We’ll look to you for:<br><br>Optimizing project financial performance (margin and cash) alongside the Project Director Managing customer and external stakeholder relationships, ensuring alignment with contractual requirements Overseeing the integration of new trains into existing infrastructures Ensuring successful communication between onshore and offshore teams Anticipating and managing key project phases, including testing, commissioning, customer acceptance, and warranty Proactively managing risks, opportunities, and compliance with applicable rules and standards <br><br>All About You<br><br>We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:<br><br>Master’s degree 10 years of experience as a project manager in the railway industry Experience working in and with multinational companies and diverse business cultures Strong project management skills Good communication and team management abilities Leadership, entrepreneurial mindset, and results-oriented approach Good knowledge of railway products and systems Ability to manage customer relationships and advanced negotiation skills Proficiency in conflict and crisis management Strong complexity management skills <br><br>Things you’ll enjoy Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:<br><br>Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routines Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues Contribute to innovative projects that make a real impact Utilise our inclusive and flexible working environment Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning opportunities Progress towards senior leadership roles or other career paths Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension) <br><br>You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!<br><br>Important to note<br><br>As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.<br><br>Job Type: Experienced
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<span>Our client is appointing a Director to lead its regional HR Business Partners and raise the quality of people decisions across the business.<br> The mandate A team of regional partners covering the Kingdom and the international operations The quality of people decisions in the business: hiring, probation, structure, capability First line employee relations in region Site presence on a published rota The intake route for every people request from the business We are looking for Someone who has genuinely partnered.<br> You can tell a General Manager he is wrong and keep the relationship The ability to read a business, not only its headcount.<br> Cost, volume, attrition, productivity Comfort with ambiguity, and with conflict Willingness to travel to sites, regularly Arabic and English One of the interview questions, published in advance: what in your region will become a problem in three months that nobody has noticed yet.<br> Saudi nationals are strongly encouraged.<br></span> </div><h2 data-automation-id="subHeaderPreferredCandidate" class="h5">
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<p>Since our founding, IDEMIA has been on a mission to unlock the world and make it safer through our cutting-edge identity technologies. Our technology leadership makes us the partner of choice for hundreds of governments and thousands of enterprises in over 180 countries, including some of the biggest and most influential brands in the world. In applying our unique expertise in biometrics and cryptography , we enable our clients to unlock simpler and safer ways to pay, connect, access, identify, travel and protect public places at scale and in total security. Our teams work from 5 continents and speak 100+ different languages. We strongly believe that our diversity is a key driver of innovation and performance.</p><p>The Sales Leader will drive strategic growth in Saudi Arabia by owning senior customer relationships, developing high-value opportunities and leading complex sales cycles through to close. The role will focus particularly on Saudi government entities and major Saudi organisations, complementing the existing business development capability with senior executive engagement, strategic account leadership and strong commercial execution.</p><p>Own and grow a portfolio of strategic Saudi accounts, with a strong focus on government and major enterprise customers</p><p>Build trusted relationships with senior executives and act as a credible senior representative of IDEMIA in the Saudi market</p><p>Carry clear accountability for sales pipeline, revenue, opportunity progression and deal closure</p><p>Lead complex, high-value sales opportunities, including programmes involving multiple stakeholders, system integrators, contractors and technology partners</p><p>Manage commercial negotiations and high-pressure customer situations with diplomacy, resilience and sound judgement</p><p>Protect IDEMIA s commercial and strategic interests while building long-term customer and partner relationships</p><p>Work closely with the existing Saudi Sales Manager, adding senior account leadership and closing capability to business development and pipeline-generation activity</p><p>Identify growth opportunities within existing accounts and proactively create new pipeline</p><p>Coordinate internal teams and external partners to ensure clear ownership, communication and momentum throughout the sales cycle</p><p>Potentially take ownership of a major strategic Saudi partner/account relationship as the partnership develops</p><p>Experience in security, biometrics, smart biometrics, digital identity, access control, cyber security or adjacent technology solutions</p><p>Existing network across Saudi government entities and strategic Saudi organisations</p><p>Experience gained within a security technology vendor, system integrator, identity solution provider or related environment</p><p>An engineering or technical foundation combined with a successful move into commercial / sales leadership can be advantageous</p><p>Saudi national candidates with the required commercial track record and network are particularly welcomed, although capability and fit remain critical</p><p>Strong executive relationships established across priority Saudi accounts</p><p>A healthy, qualified pipeline with clear revenue accountability</p><p>Complex opportunities actively progressed and closed</p><p>Effective management of demanding customer situations without unnecessary senior escalation</p><p>A strong working partnership with the existing Saudi sales team, with clear complementary responsibilities</p><p>Credible senior representation of IDEMIA across strategic government, enterprise and partner relationships</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Approximately 8-10+ years of relevant B2B sales, strategic account management or business development experience, with sufficient seniority to operate independently at executive level</p><p>Proven experience managing Saudi government accounts and/or major Saudi organisations</p><p>Demonstrable ownership of sales targets, pipeline, negotiation and closing</p><p>Track record of winning high-value, complex opportunities; experience with deals around €1m+ is highly relevant</p><p>Strong experience navigating multi-stakeholder solution sales involving integrators, contractors, partners and customer decision-makers</p><p>Confident and composed under pressure, with the ability to challenge appropriately, negotiate firmly and preserve senior customer relationships</p><p>Fluent Arabic and strong English communication skills</p><p>Based in Riyadh or willing to relocate to Riyadh</p><p>Experience in security, biometrics, smart biometrics, digital identity, access control, cyber security or adjacent technology solutions</p><p>Existing network across Saudi government entities and strategic Saudi organisations</p><p>Experience gained within a security technology vendor, system integrator, identity solution provider or related environment</p><p>An engineering or technical foundation combined with a successful move into commercial / sales leadership can be advantageous</p><p>Saudi national candidates with the required commercial track record and network are particularly welcomed, although capability and fit remain critical</p>
<p> <strong>Specific Responsibilities:</strong> </p> <p> <strong>Business Planning Standards and Framework Development</strong> </p> <p> Lead the development and periodic update of standardized business planning processes, procedures, templates, and tools aligned with the stage gate process.</p> <p> Ensure the consistent application of business planning standards and methodologies across all business unit submissions, reviewing outputs for compliance and providing guidance to business unit teams where gaps or deviations are identified.</p> <p> Lead the maintenance of the central business planning repository, ensuring approved templates, standardized methodologies, and validated business plans are version-controlled, current, and accessible to authorized stakeholders.</p> <p> <strong>Business Plan Development Support and Compliance Review</strong> </p> <p> Lead business unit Development Financial Analysis teams in the preparation of five-year execution plans, providing structured business planning guidance throughout the plan development process to promote consistency with established planning standards.</p> <p> Review, validate, and assess the compliance of development business plans submitted at each stage gate, ensuring submissions reflect approved scope, financial assumptions, realistic execution timelines, and established business planning standards prior to governance review.</p> <p> Provide structured feedback to business unit Development Financial Analysis teams on business plan submissions requiring refinement, ensuring identified gaps are addressed and submissions satisfy business planning and governance requirements prior to resubmission.</p> <p> <strong>Strategic Planning Support and Governance</strong> </p> <p> Support development relevant stakeholders in strategic business planning by providing planning analysis, portfolio insights, and recommendations to inform development priorities and organizational decision-making. </p> <p> Liaise with business unit Development Financial Analysis leaders through the Finance Project Control Group to communicate business planning standards, gather implementation feedback, and promote the consistent adoption of approved business planning methodologies.</p> <p>Oversee the business plan governance process, ensuring governance requirements are effectively coordinated, business plan submissions comply with established governance obligations, and governance deliverables are prepared in accordance with committee and stage gate requirements.</p> <p> <strong> Generic Responsibilities: </strong> </p> <p> <strong>Policies, Processes, and Procedures</strong> </p> <p> Lead the implementation of a comprehensive framework of policies and procedures for the Business Planning function, while establishing a system for monitoring and improving the framework, and drive the implementation of industry-leading practices.</p> <p> <strong>Stakeholder Management </strong> </p> <p> Support the Business Planning Lead in engagements for the Business Planning function, build towards open communication and accountability among key stakeholders.</p> <p> <strong>Change Management </strong> </p> <p> Lead the initiatives for continuous improvement of the Business Planning function systems, processes, and practices, relevant in the QIC environment take actions where needed </p> <p> <strong>Reporting</strong> </p> <p> Support preparation of accurate and timely reporting for the Business Planning function, so that all reports support the wider-business and meet Qiddiya's needs and standards.</p> <p> <strong>Additional Duties</strong> </p> <p>This job description outlines the duties that are typically performed by the jobholder; these duties are not the only responsibilities required by the role, and management may assign additional tasks as necessary.</p> <p> </p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul> <li> Preferred: Master s degree in Finance, Real Estate Finance, Business Administration (MBA), Economics, or a related field.</li> <li> Required: Bachelor s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.</li> <li>Professional certifications or memberships within recognized finance, investment, or real estate institutes (e.g., CFA, ACCA, CIMA, RICS) are preferred.</li> <li>8-12 years of experience in development finance, real estate business planning, financial analysis, or related fields is required</li> <li>Demonstrates experience in accountability of construction of real estate assets, business planning and financial analysis within a real estate development or comparable large-scale development environment, supporting structured business planning and execution processes, reviewing and validating development business plans across multiple asset classes, and supporting structured stage gate governance processes.</li> <li>Demonstrates fluency in written and verbal English, with proficiency in Arabic advantageous </li> <li>Interprets complex information and analysis to inform decision-making, and address ambiguity </li> <li>Manages relationships with internal and external stakeholders, facilitating cross-functional collaboration and ensuring alignment on priorities and initiatives. </li> <li>Demonstrates deep expertise in development business planning, with hands-on experience across diverse asset classes and development typologies.</li> <li>Applies advanced understanding of development governance and investment approval processes, including the ability to review and challenge business plan submissions against organizational standards to ensure they are accurate, complete, and ready for senior leadership endorsement.</li> </ul>
Lead Playmaker Film Studio's commercial growth strategy, driving revenue through strategic partnerships, leasing, sponsorships, marketing, and business development. The role is responsible for maximizing studio utilization, enhancing brand visibility, and building long-term partnerships across the film, media, and entertainment ecosystem.<br><br>Direct Reports<br><br> Partnership & Business Development Manager Leasing & Tenant Relations Manager Marketing & Communications Lead Social Media Specialist<br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br> Develop and execute the studio's commercial and partnership strategy Identify and secure new revenue opportunities, sponsorships, and strategic partnerships Lead commercial negotiations and manage key client and stakeholder relationships Oversee leasing activities, tenant acquisition, retention, and occupancy performance Drive marketing, communications, and brand positioning initiatives Oversee digital and social media strategies to enhance audience engagement and awareness Monitor commercial performance, budgets, KPIs, and revenue targets Represent Playmaker Film Studio with industry partners, investors, production companies, and government stakeholders<br><br>Qualifications & Experience<br><br> Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Media, Communications, or related field12+ years of experience in commercial, partnerships, business development, or marketing leadership roles Experience within film, media, entertainment, creative industries, sports, or events sectors preferred Proven track record in securing strategic partnerships and commercial revenue growth<br><br>Key Competencies<br><br>Commercial Strategy Strategic Partnerships Business Development Stakeholder Management Marketing & Brand Management Leasing & Tenant Relations Negotiation & Contract Management Financial Acumen Leadership & Team Development<br><br>Success Measures<br><br>Commercial revenue growth Partnership and sponsorship value secured Studio occupancy and tenant retention Brand awareness and market visibility Achievement of commercial KPIs and business objectives
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Director of Corporate Development based in Saudi Arabia.<br><br>As Director of Corporate Development, you will own the organization’s inorganic growth strategy and help shape its long-term expansion. You will lead the full acquisition lifecycle, from sourcing and evaluating opportunities through transaction execution and post-close integration. Alongside acquisitions, you will assess strategic alliances, joint ventures, and major commercial partnerships using the same disciplined investment framework. Reporting to the CFO, you will also contribute to long-term strategy, capital allocation, and financing initiatives. This is a highly hands-on role where you will build financial models, develop pipelines, conduct diligence, and prepare recommendations for senior leadership. You will work in a fully remote, flexible environment with significant autonomy and exposure to strategic decision-making. The role is ideal for an experienced corporate development professional who combines strong analytical discipline with sound commercial judgment and a low-ego, execution-oriented approach.<br><br>Accountabilities<br><br>Build and manage a disciplined pipeline of acquisition opportunities aligned with strategic priorities through market mapping, competitive analysis, direct outreach, and relationships with bankers, brokers, founders, and industry advisers. Establish and apply a consistent screening and scoring methodology covering strategic fit, financial returns, technology and product considerations, integration complexity, and counterparty risk. Prepare concise opportunity assessments that clearly articulate transaction costs, expected returns, key assumptions, risks, and potential outcomes. Develop detailed valuation, transaction, scenario, and sensitivity models for prospective acquisitions, including synergy and financing analyses. Coordinate financial, legal, technology, operational, and other cross-functional due diligence activities. Lead diligence on target leadership and principals, including appropriate reference, background, litigation, and reputation reviews, and translate findings into recommendations for deal structure and risk mitigation. Support transaction structuring and negotiations, including recommendations relating to retention arrangements, earnouts, indemnification, and escrow, in collaboration with legal advisers. Prepare clear and rigorous materials for executive and board-level investment decisions, anticipating key questions and providing evidence-based recommendations. Track completed transactions against their original investment thesis, reporting integration costs, realized synergies, and performance variances to support organizational learning. Build transaction budgets covering purchase consideration, advisory and diligence costs, financing expenses, and working capital requirements. Develop integration budgets and incorporate acquisition-related impacts into forecasts and annual operating plans in partnership with the finance team. Lead post-close integration planning, including 100-day plans, cross-functional workstreams, financial reporting integration, systems transitions, and escalation of blockers. Identify and evaluate strategic alliances, joint ventures, and major commercial agreements as alternatives or complements to acquisitions. Assess partnership economics, governance structures, contribution and exit terms, pricing, exclusivity, and minimum commitments. Maintain acquisition and partnership pipelines with consistent documentation of evaluated and declined opportunities and the rationale behind decisions. Partner with senior leadership on the company’s 3-to-5-year growth strategy, including market landscapes, competitive analysis, and decisions around organic investment, acquisitions, and partnerships. Support debt and equity financing initiatives, including financial modeling, use-of-proceeds analysis, lender and investor materials, data room preparation, and coordination with advisers and counsel. Build the infrastructure of a scalable corporate development function, including playbooks, templates, screening criteria, deal processes, and pipeline systems. As the function grows, contribute to hiring, coaching, and developing future corporate development team members.<br><br>Requirements<br><br>8+ years of combined experience across corporate development, investment banking, private equity, transaction advisory, or related fields, including direct experience sourcing and developing acquisition opportunities. Demonstrated experience conducting or coordinating financial, legal, operational, and people-related due diligence. Strong financial modeling skills, including the ability to independently build three-statement, valuation, transaction, scenario, and sensitivity models from scratch. Experience preparing and presenting recommendations to executive teams, boards, investment committees, or similarly senior audiences, with the confidence to defend analysis under challenge. Working knowledge of software and/or recurring-revenue business models and the key metrics used to assess their performance. Experience with post-merger integration, whether leading integration workstreams or supporting broader integration programs. Experience evaluating or structuring strategic alliances, joint ventures, and major commercial agreements. Exposure to debt or equity financing processes, such as private placements, secondary transactions, or credit facilities. Experience contributing to multi-year strategic planning, including market analysis, competitive intelligence, and growth strategy. Strong commercial judgment and the ability to objectively decline opportunities when the financial case, strategic fit, or counterparty risk does not justify proceeding. Calm and composed under pressure, particularly when navigating difficult negotiations, unexpected diligence findings, or challenging counterparties. Low-ego and detail-oriented, with a willingness to take ownership of both high-level strategic work and repetitive operational tasks. Persistent and disciplined throughout lengthy, complex transaction processes, with a strong commitment to accuracy and quality. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex information concisely, clearly, and with the key conclusion upfront. Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders across all levels of an organization. High integrity, accountability, discretion, and sound judgment when handling confidential and market-sensitive information. An MBA is considered an asset. Big Four transaction advisory experience and/or software industry experience is advantageous. Experience as the founding or first hire of a corporate development or finance function is highly valued. An established network of software-sector bankers, brokers, investors, or founders is a significant advantage. Experience working closely with or within an FP&A function is beneficial.<br><br>Benefits<br><br>Fully remote working environment with flexible hours, allowing you to work from anywhere worldwide.24 paid vacation days per year.10 paid national holidays. Unlimited sick leave to support a healthy work-life balance. Compensation toward private medical insurance. Reimbursement for coworking spaces and gym or sports activities. Strong focus on professional development and continuous learning. Access to challenging and meaningful projects with opportunities for significant ownership and impact. Mentor and knowledge-exchange programs. Opportunity to receive a reward for innovative ideas that can lead to patentable solutions. 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About Rate Gain<br><br>Rate Gain Travel Technologies Limited is a global provider of AI-powered Saa S solutions for travel and hospitality, working with 13,000+ customers and 700+ partners across 160+ countries. Rate Gain helps travel and hospitality businesses accelerate revenue generation through acquisition, retention, and wallet share expansion.<br><br>Today, Rate Gain is one of the world's largest processors of electronic transactions, price points, and travel intent data, enabling revenue management, distribution, and marketing teams across hotels, airlines, destination marketing organizations, metasearch companies, package providers, car rentals, travel management companies, cruises, and ferries to drive better business outcomes.<br><br>Founded in 2004 and headquartered in India, Rate Gain works with 33 of the Top 40 Hotel Chains, 4 of the Top 5 Airlines, 7 of the Top 10 Car Rental companies, and all leading Destination Marketing Organizations, Online Travel Agents, and metasearch platforms, including 25 Global Fortune 500 companies, unlocking new revenue every day.<br><br>What we are looking to hire:<br><br>We are looking for an experienced Associate Director – Account Management to join our Hospitality business in Saudi Arabia. This role will be responsible for managing strategic hotel accounts across KSA and driving revenue growth through account expansion, cross-sell, and upsell opportunities across Rate Gain's product portfolio.<br><br>Primary Responsibilities<br><br>Manage and grow a portfolio of strategic hospitality accounts across Saudi Arabia, ensuring high customer satisfaction, retention, and renewal rates . Drive revenue growth through cross-sell and upsell opportunities across Rate Gain's Distribution, Marketing, and Business Intelligence solutions . Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers across Revenue, Distribution, Commercial, Marketing, and Operations functions within hotel organizations . Develop and execute account growth strategies aligned with customer objectives, while leading commercial discussions, solution presentations, negotiations, and deal closures . Achieve quarterly and annual revenue targets through effective account planning, pipeline management, and acting as a trusted advisor to customers . Collaborate with internal teams and represent Rate Gain at industry events while maintaining accurate forecasts, account plans, and incorporating market intelligence . Monitor account performance metrics, identify risks and opportunities, and proactively implement action plans to maximize customer value and business growth. Identify and cultivate relationships with new stakeholders within existing customer organizations to expand Rate Gain's footprint and strengthen long term strategic partnerships<br><br>Knowledge <br><br>Strong commercial acumen and understanding of B2B Saa S business models, enterprise account management, and revenue growth strategies . Familiarity with the travel, hospitality, and hotel technology ecosystem, including customer lifecycle management and strategic account planning . Proficiency with Salesforce or similar CRM platforms, including pipeline management, forecasting, and opportunity tracking . Ability to analyze account performance data, identify expansion opportunities, and develop actionable growth strategies . Strong presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage and influence senior decision-makers <br><br>Skills<br><br>7-10 years of experience in Enterprise Sales, Account Management, Customer Success, or Strategic Partnerships roles within Saa S, Travel Technology, Hospitality Technology, or related industries . Proven experience managing and growing enterprise customer relationships, with a strong track record of achieving revenue growth through renewals, cross-sell, and upsell initiatives . Experience working with hotel groups, hospitality brands, OTAs, travel companies, or technology providers serving the hospitality sector is highly preferred . Prior exposure to the Saudi Arabian or GCC hospitality market and established industry relationships will be an added advantage . <br><br>Attitude And Soft Skills<br><br>Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders . Strong customer-centric mindset with a passion for delivering measurable business value and fostering long-term partnerships . High level of ownership, accountability, and commitment to achieving business objectives . Strategic thinker with a proactive, results-driven approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment . Collaborative team player with strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams<br><br>Equal Opportunity Employer<br><br>We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status
ABOUT THE POSITION:The Director of Talent Development at Rosewood AMAALA is responsible for leading and shaping the resort’s learning, development, and performance culture strategy. This role oversees the design, implementation, and continuous enhancement of all learning initiatives, ensuring alignment with Rosewood’s values, service philosophy, Forbes standards, and “A Sense of Place” experience. As a strategic partner to leadership, the Director of Talent Development drives a culture of continuous learning, leadership growth, operational excellence, and service mastery. The role plays a critical part in pre-opening readiness by building capability frameworks, delivering brand immersion programs, and ensuring associates are fully prepared to deliver exceptional luxury experiences from day one.<br>RESPONSIBILITIES:Develop and implement the overall Talent Development strategy aligned with Rosewood brand standards and AMAALA’s operational objectives. Lead and own the full Forbes Standards Training strategy, ensuring structured, measurable, and sustainable implementation across all departments. Design and deliver comprehensive Forbes Five-Star service training programs for associates, supervisors, managers, and leaders. Partner with operations leaders to embed Forbes behaviors into daily briefings, SOPs, and service rituals. Conduct Forbes readiness audits, mystery assessments, and service calibration workshops to maintain consistency. Lead all learning initiatives including orientation, brand immersion, Perfect Discovery, leadership development, technical training, and compliance programs. Design and execute structured pre-opening training programs to ensure full operational readiness. Ensure all associates complete mandatory compliance training in line with company policies and Saudi labor requirements. Conduct training needs analysis in collaboration with department heads and develop tailored development plans. Oversee performance management frameworks including goal setting, appraisals, and development planning. Coach leaders on effective performance conversations, service recovery coaching, and associate development. Monitor training effectiveness through KPIs, service audit results, guest feedback, Forbes assessment results, and engagement metrics. Maintain accurate records of training hours, certifications, assessments, and development progress. Drive succession planning and talent review processes in partnership with the Director of Talent & Culture. Promote a culture of learning, accountability, and service excellence across all levels. Collaborate with Corporate Talent & Culture to align development programs with global Rosewood standards. Manage the Talent Development budget, training facilities, and digital learning platforms. Lead and mentor Talent Development managers, trainers, and coordinators. Support associate engagement and recognition programs through development-driven initiatives. Maintain confidentiality of associate development records and performance documentation. Promote Rosewood values and luxury service behaviors through visible leadership and consistent example. Perform other duties assigned by the Cluster Director of Talent & Culture<br>QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum 8–10 years of progressive experience in Talent Development or Talent & Culture within luxury hospitality. Strong hands-on experience in implementing and sustaining Forbes Five-Star service standards training. At least 3–5 years in a leadership role overseeing learning and development functions. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Hospitality, Business Administration, Education, or related field. Professional certifications in training, coaching, or leadership development preferred. Experience in pre-opening or ultra-luxury resort environments highly preferred. Demonstrated expertise in service culture transformation and performance coaching. Strong facilitation, presentation, and leadership influence skills
<h3 >About the Role</h3>
<p >Saudi Paper Group is seeking a <strong >Group Supply Chain Director</strong> to lead and optimize the company's supply chain operations. This full-time position is based in Dammam, Eastern Province, and requires a professional with extensive experience in managing complex supply chain functions.</p> <h3 >Key Responsibilities</h3>
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<li >Manage and oversee all Group Supply Chain operations, including planning, procurement, logistics, warehousing, transportation, and customs clearance.</li>
<li >Develop and implement Supply Chain strategies, policies, procedures, and operational plans aligned with the Group’s strategic objectives.</li>
<li >Ensure the timely availability of raw materials, production supplies, and finished products while maintaining required quality and continuity of supply.</li>
<li >Manage procurement activities and supplier relationships, ensuring competitive pricing, quality standards, approved suppliers, and timely delivery.</li>
<li >Oversee inventory and warehouse management, including minimum and maximum stock levels, proper storage, inventory accuracy, and efficient utilization of warehouse capacity.</li>
<li >Monitor and optimize logistics and transportation operations, ensuring efficient distribution, cost control, and effective utilization of available resources.</li>
<li >Monitor Supply Chain performance, costs, risks, and operational efficiency, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce costs.</li>
<li >Lead and develop the Supply Chain team, ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, quality standards, budgets, and applicable regulations, and coordinate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.</li>
</ul> <h3 >Required Experience</h3>
<p >Candidates for this role must possess <strong >over 10 years of relevant experience</strong> in supply chain management, demonstrating a proven track record in overseeing comprehensive supply chain operations.</p> <h3 >Work Environment</h3>
<p >This is a <strong >full-time position</strong> based in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, within a dynamic group environment. The role involves leading a dedicated team and collaborating with various internal and external stakeholders.</p> <h3 >Application Process</h3>
<p >Interested candidates are invited to apply for this position. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.</p>
<h3 >About the Role</h3>
<p >The Director of Marketing & Communications at Grand Hyatt The Red Sea is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the hotel's integrated marketing and communications strategy. This role aims to position Grand Hyatt The Red Sea as a leading luxury destination resort within The Red Sea destination. It is a full-time position requiring 5-10 years of experience.</p>
<h3 >Key Responsibilities</h3>
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<li >Oversee brand management, public relations, digital marketing, social media, content creation, partnerships, and events.</li>
<li >Manage all marketing communications initiatives to maximize brand awareness, drive direct revenue, and support commercial objectives.</li>
<li >Collaborate with Hyatt Regional Marketing, Revenue Management, Sales, Red Sea Global, Saudi Tourism Authority, PR agencies, creative agencies, and key stakeholders to ensure consistent brand positioning and commercial success.</li>
<li >Protect and strengthen the Grand Hyatt brand image across all guest touchpoints.</li>
<li >Ensure all communications, photography, videos, collateral, and creative assets comply with Hyatt Brand Standards.</li>
<li >Manage all hotel collateral, including brochures, fact sheets, presentations, and sales materials.</li>
<li >Lead all pre-opening brand positioning activities.</li>
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<h3 >Duties</h3>
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<li >Develop and execute the annual Marketing & Communications Plan aligned with the hotel's Business Plan.</li>
<li >Develop annual marketing budgets and monitor expenditure to maximize return on investment.</li>
<li >Support Rooms, Food & Beverage, Spa, Meetings & Events, and all revenue-generating departments through integrated marketing campaigns.</li>
<li >Ensure all marketing initiatives support Hyatt brand standards and commercial objectives.</li>
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<h3 >Experience and Qualifications</h3>
<p >Candidates should possess 5-10 years of relevant experience in marketing and communications, preferably within the luxury hospitality sector. A strong understanding of integrated marketing strategies, brand management, and digital marketing is required.</p>
<h3 >Reporting Structure</h3>
<p >This role involves close collaboration with various internal departments and external partners, including regional marketing teams, sales, and tourism authorities, to ensure cohesive brand messaging and commercial success.</p>
<h3 >Application Process</h3>
<p >Further details regarding the application process will be provided upon inquiry. The salary for this position is not disclosed.</p>
Company Description The Saudi Cricket Federation (SACF) is the national governing body responsible for developing and growing the sport of cricket across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. As part of Saudi Arabia's ambitious sports sector transformation, SACF is building the infrastructure, talent pipeline, and fan base to establish cricket as a major sport nationally and position the Kingdom on the global cricket map. We are looking for a Director of Marketing & Communications to lead the strategy and public profile of Saudi cricket during this pivotal growth phase. Role Description As Marcom Director, you will own the Federation's brand, communications, and fan engagement strategy end-to-end from national media relations and digital content to sponsorship activation and major event campaigns. You'll work directly with the CEO and senior leadership to shape how Saudi cricket is perceived domestically and internationally, and you'll lead the team that brings that vision to life. This is a rare opportunity to define the marketing playbook for a sport at the very start of its growth curve in a major sports market. The Marcom Director will lead four sections (Marketing, PR, Media, and Events) setting the overall strategy while empowering each section head to execute within their area. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute the Federation's national marketing and communications strategy, aligned with SACF's broader growth. Provide strategic direction and leadership across the four Marcom sections (Marketing, PR, Media, and Events) ensuring alignment and consistency across all outputs Lead all brand positioning, messaging, and creative direction across the Federation's platforms and public-facing activities Oversee media relations, including press strategy, spokesperson coordination, and crisis communication Build and manage digital and social media strategy to grow fan engagement and cricket's visibility across the Kingdom Plan and execute marketing campaigns and live event activations around national team matches, domestic tournaments, and grassroots programs Manage relationships with sponsors, broadcast partners, and marketing agencies, including activation of sponsorship rights Collaborate with the International Cricket Council (ICC), Asian Cricket Council (ACC), and regional federations on joint communications initiatives Lead, mentor, and grow the section heads and broader in-house marketing and communications team Manage the marcom budget and report on KPIs including reach, engagement, sentiment, and audience growth Represent the Federation at press conferences, industry events, and public engagements as needed Qualifications8+ years of experience in marketing, communications, or brand management, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role Experience in sports marketing, sports federations, media/broadcast, or entertainment strongly preferred Proven track record building or scaling a brand's public profile from the ground up Strong media relations experience, including handling both proactive and reactive communications Deep understanding of digital and social media strategy, content production, and fan engagement trends Experience managing sponsorship and partnership relationships Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Arabic and English Strong leadership skills with experience building and managing teams Background in a marketing, PR, or media agency is a plus Passion for or knowledge of cricket is an advantage, though not required
At Qiddiya Investment Company, we are shaping a landmark destination redefining entertainment, culture and hospitality in the Kingdom. The Hospitality Business Unit is developing a portfolio of hotel assets central to this vision. As these assets progress, we are seeking experienced professionals to help deliver them to the highest standards of design quality, guest experience and commercial performance.<br><br>In this role, you will lead the creative interior design agenda for the hospitality portfolio, defining narratives, signature elements and material strategies across all asset tiers to unlock distinctive, innovative and commercially effective designs that define each asset's identity, and ensure this is carried through concept, mock-up and design freeze.<br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br>Lead the interior design definition of hotel concepts from development brief to approved design direction, curating distinctive, emotive and commercially viable environments aligned with Qiddiya, district and Operator visions Articulate and position design proposals through compelling narratives, visuals and presentations to secure alignment and timely outcomes across governance and investment stages Define interior design principles, narratives, material strategies and signature elements for each hotel tier, establishing consistent and distinctive design baselines across the portfolio Oversee consultant briefing and scope definition, validating interior design scope, specialist inputs and FF&E requirements to ensure alignment with design intent, Operator standards and governance approvals Oversee visualisation and design communication (including CGI strategy), ensuring concepts are clearly articulated and aligned with design narratives and stakeholder expectations Lead and govern interior design and specialist consultants, driving strategic approaches on appointment, scope and deliverables and overseeing performance, quality and creative alignment Provide functional governance to project-embedded design management teams, reviewing and endorsing interior design deliverables to ensure approved design intent is maintained through delivery Lead structured review of design submissions across key milestones, providing clear feedback and endorsement to support design progression Lead technical input to development briefs and coordinate across disciplines, embedding experiential intent across layouts, guest journeys, FF&E and key touchpoints Oversee FF&E strategies and specifications, ensuring commercial alignment, procurement integration and consistency with design intent and Operator requirements Lead mock-up and design validation processes, defining mock-up briefs, guiding inspections and ensuring quality through to design freeze Provide creative and technical design oversight through design and construction, resolving interfaces and deviations to maintain quality and design integrity Guide value engineering and design optimisation, balancing design intent with guest experience, cost, programme and operational requirements Champion innovation in guest experience, materials and sensory design, embedding ESG and Vision 2030 priorities Mentor teams and drive continuous improvement of design processes, standards and best practices across the portfolio<br><br>Requirements<br><br>Qualifications<br><br>Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture or related discipline<br><br>Professional Certifications <br><br>Professional membership or recognised certification preferred (e.g. RIBA, NCIDQ, BIID or equivalent) <br><br>Years Of Experience<br><br>15+ years' experience in interior design, with strong hospitality focus and senior creative leadership experience<br><br>Skills & Attributes Required<br><br>Strong interior design literacy, creative judgement and design review capability across all project stages Deep understanding of creative and technical hospitality design, including guest experience, spatial planning, materials, lighting and FF&E specification Exceptional storytelling and visual communication, translating design narratives into compelling presentations and concept outputs Ability to manage design consultants and influence creative outcomes Commercial awareness of cost and programme impacts as well as FF&E budgets, procurement timelines and value engineering trade-offs Strong stakeholder management and creative leadership, articulating design intent to secure alignment and drive decision-making Proficiency in design and coordination tools (e.g. Adobe Creative Cloud, Sketch Up, Revit, BIM, CDE platforms, Aconex, Autodesk Construction Cloud etc.)<br><br>Preferred Background & Experience<br><br>Experience in a senior creative leadership role (Design Director, Studio Director or equivalent) within a leading design practice or developer environment Proven track record delivering hospitality assets, including luxury and ultra luxury tiers Experience managing interior design consultants across multiple projects Experience managing FF&E strategies, specification development and mock-up programmes Strong experience presenting design concepts and narratives to senior stakeholders Experience working with international hotel Operators and brand standards Experience in KSA / GCC or similar large-scale development environments preferred
<p>We are seeking a visionary and enthusiastic Director of SPA to join our luxury wellness facility in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. As the leader of our spa operations, you will be responsible for creating and implementing innovative wellness strategies, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and driving business growth. Develop and execute a comprehensive spa and wellness strategy aligned with our brand's luxury positioning Oversee daily spa operations, ensuring the highest standards of service, hygiene, and safety Create unique, personalized wellness experiences that reflect local culture and global trends Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of spa professionals to deliver exceptional customer service Manage the spa's financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and P&L responsibility Drive marketing initiatives and partnerships to increase spa visibility and revenue Implement sustainable practices and ensure compliance with industry regulations Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate spa services into the overall guest experience Stay abreast of industry trends and introduce innovative treatments and programs Ensure cultural sensitivity and adaptability in all aspects of spa operations</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in spa management or luxury hospitality, with a track record of successful leadership</li><li>Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred</li><li>Spa management certifications are a plus</li><li>Strong financial acumen with experience in P&L management and revenue growth strategies</li><li>Excellent team leadership and mentoring skills</li><li>Proficiency in business planning, budgeting, and operational efficiency</li><li>In-depth knowledge of spa treatments, therapies, and wellness program development</li><li>Experience in marketing, branding, and customer service excellence in a luxury environment</li><li>Demonstrated ability to create and implement innovative wellness strategies</li><li>Strong understanding of sustainability practices in the spa industry</li><li>Cultural sensitivity and awareness, with the ability to work in a multicultural environment</li><li>Proficiency in English required; Arabic language skills highly desirable</li><li>Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic, fast-paced setting</li><li>Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Commitment to ongoing professional development and industry trend awareness</li></ul>
Position Overview The Director - Finance will serve as the principal financial advisor to the CEO and Executive Leadership Team, ensuring the company's financial sustainability, profitability, liquidity, compliance, and growth across its operations within the energy and infrastructure sectors. Key Performance Areas The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and overseeing:<br>Financial Leadership & Corporate Strategy (6 key responsibilities):Financial strategy development and execution, strategic business partnering, growth initiatives, corporate planning, and transformation projects. Capital Structure, Funding & Corporate Finance (6 key responsibilities):Capital structure optimization, project financing, debt/equity funding, lender and investor negotiations, refinancing, and banking facilities. Treasury, Liquidity & Cash Management (6 key responsibilities) Treasury strategy, cash flow management, working capital optimization, liquidity planning, banking relationships, and treasury risk oversight. Financial Planning, Budgeting & Performance Management (6 key responsibilities) Budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, KPI monitoring, scenario analysis, and performance accountability. Financial Reporting, Governance & Compliance (6 key responsibilities) IFRS compliance, UAE tax and VAT compliance, governance frameworks, internal controls, audit readiness, and financial reporting integrity. Enterprise Risk Management (5 key responsibilities) Financial risk identification, mitigation strategies, business continuity planning, insurance oversight, and financial resilience. Investment Evaluation & Strategic Expansion (5 key responsibilities) Evaluation of investments, acquisitions, partnerships, project economics, valuations, and capital investment decisions using NPV, IRR, ROI, and similar methodologies. Leadership & Organizational Development (6 key responsibilities) Leadership of the finance function, talent development, succession planning, mentoring, departmental alignment, and cross-functional collaboration. Banking, Investor & External Stakeholder Management (4 key responsibilities) Executive-level engagement with banks, investors, auditors, regulators, tax authorities, and strategic partners. Transformation, Systems & Automation (4 key responsibilities) ERP optimization, finance transformation, automation initiatives, analytics enhancement, and scalable finance systems. Experience Minimum 15+ years of progressive finance experience. At least 7+ years in senior finance leadership roles with enterprise-wide responsibility. Strong experience within energy, natural gas, utilities, infrastructure, transportation, engineering, industrial, project-based, or capital-intensive sectors. Education & Professional Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related field. MBA or Master's Degree preferred. Professional qualification required: CPA, ACCA, CMA, CFA, CA, or equivalent. Technical Expertise Corporate finance and capital management. Treasury and funding structures. Strategic financial planning and analysis. IFRS and regulatory compliance. Enterprise risk management. ERP and financial technologies. Executive-level reporting and board presentations. Leadership Competencies Executive leadership and strategic thinking. Commercial acumen. Stakeholder management and influence. Strong negotiation skills. Change leadership. Governance mindset. Executive communication and presentation skills.
We are hiring a Delivery Program Executive Director to lead the delivery of large, complex programs at the executive level. You will set delivery standards, manage senior stakeholders, and ensure programs meet their goals. What you will do:Provide executive leadership across major delivery programs Ensure programs deliver on time, on budget, and to quality standards Govern program risks, escalations, and interdependencies Build trusted relationships with executives and sponsors Shape delivery frameworks, governance, and performance standards What you bring:12 or more years leading complex programs, including executive roles Proven record of large-scale program delivery Ability to influence and align C-suite stakeholders Strong governance, commercial, and leadership capabilities
<p><br></p><p>JOB OVERVIEW The Assistant Director of Sales at Faena The Red Sea supports the Director of Sales in driving the hotel s overall sales strategy and revenue performance across all key market segments, including luxury leisure, corporate, government and royal affairs, diplomatic, groups, MICE, entertainment, wholesale, consortia, and strategic partnerships across KSA, GCC, and international source markets. This role is responsible for leading day-to-day sales activities, developing and managing high-value accounts, identifying new business opportunities, and ensuring a disciplined approach to account management, prospecting, conversion, and market penetration. The Assistant Director of Sales will work across segments to maximize rooms, suites, villas, group, event, dining, wellness, and exclusive buyout opportunities while supporting the positioning of Faena The Red Sea as one of the region s leading ultra-luxury destinations. As a key member of the Commercial leadership team, the Assistant Director of Sales will support the Director of Sales in leading the Sales team, coordinating cross-segment strategies, monitoring performance against targets, and ensuring strong collaboration with Revenue Management, Marketing, Events, Reservations, Operations, and other hotel departments. The role will also act as a senior commercial ambassador for Faena The Red Sea in key domestic and international markets.</p><p>DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</p><ul><li>Support the DOS in developing and executing the hotel s annual sales strategy, business plan, and segment action plans across all key markets.</li><li>Drive business development across luxury leisure, corporate, government and royal affairs, diplomatic, groups, MICE, wholesale, consortia, entertainment, and other strategic segments.</li><li>Manage and grow a portfolio of high-value accounts while actively prospecting for new business opportunities across KSA, GCC, and key international feeder markets.</li><li>Support the Sales team in achieving individual and departmental revenue targets, account production goals, conversion objectives, and market share growth.</li><li>Develop strong relationships with luxury travel advisors, tour operators, DMCs, consortia partners, corporate decision-makers, government entities, embassies, family offices, event planners, and other key intermediaries.</li><li>Identify and convert opportunities for suites and villas, luxury leisure stays, corporate travel, groups, executive retreats, incentive programs, private events, celebrations, and exclusive buyouts.</li><li>Lead and support negotiations for corporate agreements, preferred partnerships, group contracts, wholesale agreements, consortia opportunities, and other commercially beneficial arrangements.</li><li>Conduct sales calls, presentations, site inspections, familiarization trips, client entertainment, and relationship-building activities to showcase Faena The Red Sea and the wider Red Sea destination.</li><li>Represent Faena The Red Sea at key trade shows, roadshows, sales missions, networking events, client events, and industry forums in domestic and international markets.</li><li>Work closely with Revenue Management to align sales activity with pricing strategy, need periods, market demand, displacement considerations, and revenue optimization objectives.</li><li>Partner with Marketing and Communications on tactical campaigns, trade marketing initiatives, partner activations, sales collateral, and market-specific demand generation opportunities.</li><li>Collaborate closely with Events, Reservations, and Operations to ensure accurate handover and seamless execution of group, VIP, corporate, leisure, and high-profile business.</li><li>Maintain accurate account plans, sales activities, pipelines, opportunities, production data, call reports, and client information within the hotel CRM and commercial systems.</li><li>Monitor competitor activity, market trends, feeder market performance, new openings, airline connectivity, major events, and other intelligence that may influence demand and sales strategy.</li><li>Prepare regular sales reports, forecasts, account reviews, and performance updates for the EAM Commercial, highlighting opportunities, risks, and recommended actions.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Minimum 7+ years of progressive luxury hospitality sales experience, with exposure to multiple segments such as luxury leisure, corporate, government, groups, MICE, wholesale, or consortia. Previous experience in an Assistant Director of Sales, Senior Sales Manager, Account Director, or comparable leadership role within a luxury or ultra-luxury hotel environment strongly preferred. Strong network and market knowledge across KSA and GCC, combined with an understanding of key international luxury feeder markets. Strong understanding of Saudi business culture, protocol etiquette, and relationship-led commercial development. Proven track record in securing high-value accounts and complex VIP business. Exceptional communication, presence, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to operate with absolute discretion and professionalism. Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen and negotiation ability. Fluency in English and Arabic is mandatory. Proficient in Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and hotel commercial platforms. Bachelor s degree in business, Hospitality, International Relations, or related field preferred</p>