Administration Assistant

Johnson Matthey; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainable technology firm is seeking an Administration Assistant in Riyadh. The role involves providing administrative support, managing communications, and ensuring compliance with EHS standards. The ideal candidate will have relevant administrative experience and strong interpersonal skills. The position offers competitive benefits, including retirement savings and health plans, in an inclusive environment with flexible working options.

Benefits

Retirement savings

Life Assurance

Medical plans

Fitness discounts

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification or experience in administration/public relations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and travel/expense systems.
• Effective communicator with strong stakeholder relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides end-to-end administrative support to KSA leadership.
• Tracks initiatives and prepares leadership communications.
• Manages immigration and ensures compliance with EHS standards.

Skills

Experience in administration

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Strong communication skills

Planning and coordination skills

Education

Relevant qualification in administration/public relations

Tools

Microsoft Office

Travel/expense systems

Job description

Overview

Job title: Administration Assistant (12 Months FTC)

Location: Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero. As an Administration Assistant, you’ll contribute to JM’s mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future.

This role is a 12 months FTC.

The role

As an Administration Assistant, you will help drive our goals by:

• Provides end-to-end administrative and office support to KSA, CT, and JM leadership, acting as first point of contact, managing communications, queries, scheduling, travel, meetings, events, and office operations.
• Supports the General Manager across MENA by tracking initiatives, leading continuous improvement, preparing leadership communications, and promoting Community Investment, Diversity & Inclusion, and Wellbeing initiatives.
• Manages immigration and mobility processes and ensures compliance with JM EHS standards, including safety reporting and visitor adherence.
• Oversees petty cash and administrative banking, processes expenses and payments, and gathers and shares market intelligence on regulatory changes, risks, clients, and market conditions in KSA and the wider MENA region.

Key skills

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:

• Relevant qualification or experience in administration/public relations with strong understanding of administrative systems and processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, IT, and travel/expense systems, with knowledge of immigration and visa compliance desirable.
• Effective communicator able to build collaborative relationships with senior stakeholders, customers, and vendors, while maintaining confidentiality.
• Strong planning, coordination, and continuous improvement skills to drive efficiency and achieve outcomes.

Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!

What we offer

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:

• Retirement savings
• Share plans
• Saving accounts
• Life Assurance and Income Protection
• Medical plans / health assessments
• Fitness discounts

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact [e-mail]. We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.

Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.

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Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.