Assistant

Ericsson; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company in Saudi Arabia is seeking an Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative support. Responsibilities include calendar management, event coordination, and stakeholder relationship management. Candidates should possess strong written communication skills and proficiency in tools like SAP and MS Office. This role offers an opportunity to work in a diverse environment and contribute to innovative projects.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Experience in fast-paced, matrixed environments supporting a Leader.
• Flexibility to work across different time zones.

Responsibilities

• Provide support with calendar management and meeting bookings.
• Plan and coordinate internal and external events.
• Assist in managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Drive improvement and implementation of administrative routines.

Skills

Previous experience as an Assistant

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in SAP

Strong time management skills

Advanced knowledge of MS Office applications

Tools

SAP

Concur

Success Factors

MS Office applications

Job description

Overview

Join our Team. The Market Area Europe, Middle East and Africa represents a world of opportunities for us at Ericsson. The rich diversity of cultures and our strong commitment to diversity and inclusion are just a couple of our unique strengths. The Market Area Europe, Middle East and Africa is at the forefront of 5G technology and is a trailblazer in innovation, with our Networks organization playing a crucial role in thought leadership and value argumentation in this dynamic market area, where the pace of change is rapid, and business realities vary across the more than 100 countries where we operate.

Position Overview

We are currently seeking an Assistant to provide administrative support and service to the Market Area Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) MEMA NEW Build Middle East & Africa and MEMA NEW CU Saudi Arabia. You will be an integral part of a diverse and inclusive team located across the geography of the Market Area. The position reports to the Head of Service Line Build MEA.

In this role, you will:

• Provide support to the EMEA MEMA MEMA NEW Build Middle East & Africa and MEMA NEW CU Saudi Arabia with calendar management, diary organization, and meeting bookings.
• Plan and coordinate internal and external events, such as customer and internal meetings, workshops, and meetings with government authorities.
• Gather information, create presentations, and capture meeting minutes, as required.
• Assist in managing relationships with key internal and external stakeholders across Networks, as well as with the Business Areas and other global and local functions.
• Generate Purchase Orders and process invoices through SAP.
• Provide support for the use of Ericsson administrative tools and other general tools.
• Assist with travel arrangements and travel expense claims.
• Handle entry and exit administration and provide management support.
• Drive improvement and implementation of administrative routines.
• Uphold high standards of ethics, compliance, and integrity within the organization by consistently integrating ethical considerations into every action, guided by the principles of Purpose, Principle, and Perception (the 3 P's).

As our ideal candidate, you will have:

• Previous experience as an Assistant, Executive Assistant, or in equivalent support roles.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a high degree of attention to detail.
• Proficiency in SAP, Concur, Success Factors and other travel booking systems.
• Experience in fast-paced, matrixed environments supporting a Leader.
• Strong time management skills.
• Positive and can‑do attitude.
• Ability to think laterally and multitask effectively.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), Outlook, and conference equipment.
• Flexibility to work across different time zones.

Location

This position will be based in Saudi Arabia.

Why join Ericsson?

At Ericsson, you’ll have an outstanding opportunity. chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what’s possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world’s toughest problems. You’ll be challenged, but you won’t be alone. You’ll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.

EEO Statement

Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Learn more.

Req ID: 776341

Primary country and city: Saudi Arabia (SA) || Riyadh