Administration Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading global sustainable technology firm is seeking an Administration Assistant for a 12-month fixed-term contract in Riyadh. The role includes providing comprehensive administrative support to leadership, managing communications, and ensuring compliance with various standards. Candidates should have relevant administrative experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and strong communication and planning skills. The company supports hybrid working and offers extensive benefits, including retirement savings and medical plans.

Benefits

Retirement savings

Life Assurance and Income Protection

Medical plans / health assessments

Fitness discounts

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of administrative systems and processes.
• Knowledge of immigration and visa compliance desirable.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end administrative and office support to KSA, CT, and JM leadership.
• Support the General Manager across MENA by tracking initiatives.
• Manage immigration and mobility processes and ensure compliance with JM EHS standards.

Skills

Relevant qualification or experience in administration/public relations

Proficient in Microsoft Office and IT systems

Effective communication skills

Strong planning and coordination skills

Job description

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.

The role

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

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role

• Relevant qualification or experience in administration/public relations with a 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 also support hybrid and flexible working and, where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing.

• 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.

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.