Freelance Market Research Consultant (B2B, Saudi Arabia)

FMC Human Resources; Saudi Arabia; Remote; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading global consulting firm seeks freelance consultants in Saudi Arabia to conduct market research and provide strategic insights. The ideal candidate will have a background in business development, at least 5 years of experience, and fluent communication skills in Arabic and English. This remote role offers flexible work arrangements with opportunities for long-term collaboration on impactful projects.

Benefits

Flexible project-based collaboration

Opportunity to work on impactful projects

Remote working setup

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of business experience in consulting or market research.
• Native-level Arabic and excellent English communication skills.
• Understanding of the business landscape in Saudi Arabia.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth desk research using local sources.
• Identify and interview industry experts and stakeholders.
• Analyze findings and prepare reports in English.
• Collaborate with the FMC team remotely.

Skills

Business development

Market research

Strategic planning

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Overview

Department: Market Research / Project Management

Employment Type: Freelance

Location: Saudi Arabia

FMC Group is a German-owned full-service consulting company with 25 years of experience supporting international companies with market entry and business development in emerging markets. We currently operate in Turkey, North Africa, the UAE, and Singapore, and we are now expanding our presence in Saudi Arabia.

Our Research Services Competence Centre provides tailored B2B market research, partner search, and market visits across various industrial and professional sectors. To support this growth, we are looking for freelance consultants in Saudi Arabia with a strategic mindset and strong business orientation.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting in-depth desk research using local and regional sources, databases, and publications
• Identifying and interviewing industry experts, companies, and relevant stakeholders to gather firsthand insights
• Analyzing findings and preparing clear, structured reports in English
• Collaborating with the FMC team remotely and providing cultural or other business insights
• Providing on-the-ground support during fieldwork or client engagements as required

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of business experience, ideally in business development, strategic planning, consulting, or market research in B2B/industries
• Strong understanding of the business landscape in Saudi Arabia; GCC experience is a plus
• Experience with industry or company research, mapping stakeholder ecosystems, and structuring findings
• Native-level Arabic and excellent English communication skills (verbal and written)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Analytical thinker with attention to detail and structured working style
• Reliable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
• Comfortable with remote collaboration and flexible schedules
• No travel restrictions (in case occasional in-person meetings are needed)

Benefits

What We Offer

• Flexible project-based collaboration with an international consulting firm
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects with global clients
• Remote working setup with autonomy and cross-border engagement
• Long-term collaboration opportunities in future projects across the region