Lead Recruitment Manager

NES Fircroft; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft is seeking an experienced Lead Recruitment/Account Manager to drive strategic client growth and oversee recruitment delivery. You will manage key accounts, build long-term client relationships, and lead high-performing teams to deliver talent solutions.

You will identify opportunities for service improvement, coordinate with internal stakeholders, and support bids, tenders, and contract renewals. A strong track record in account growth and stakeholder management is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience leading client relationships and delivery across recruitment or workforce solutions.
• Proven track record in growing accounts and revenue in energy or related sectors.
• Strong presentation and negotiation skills with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Act as the lead contact and escalation point for clients and contractors.
• Develop strategic account growth plans and identify new business opportunities.
• Partner with recruitment teams to deliver high-quality talent solutions and ensure candidate experience.

Skills

Account management

Recruitment

Business development

Stakeholder management

Client relationships

Contract negotiations

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and driven Lead Recruitment/Account Manager to join our growing team. This is a strategic client-facing position responsible for managing key accounts, driving business growth, leading recruitment delivery, and developing high-performing teams.

Key Responsibilities

Account Management

• Act as the lead contact and escalation point for clients and contractors.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships.
• Conduct regular client review meetings and provide insightful account performance reporting.
• Identify opportunities to improve service delivery and drive account growth.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure seamless client support.

Business Development

• Develop and execute strategic account growth plans.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities within existing and target accounts.
• Build relationships with key decision-makers and senior stakeholders.
• Lead and support bid and tender submissions.
• Negotiate commercial agreements and contract renewals.

Recruitment & Talent Delivery

• Partner with recruitment teams to deliver high-quality talent solutions.
• Support candidate sourcing and market mapping activities.
• Ensure an exceptional candidate and contractor experience throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
• Drive compliance and best practice across recruitment processes.

Contractor & Client Engagement

• Manage and retain a strong contractor base.
• Improve contractor engagement and satisfaction.
• Resolve complex issues effectively and professionally.
• Drive initiatives that enhance retention and service levels.

What We're Looking For

• 6+ years’ experience in account management, recruitment, workforce solutions, or staffing in the Oil & Gas or Energy Industry.
• Demonstrable experience developing and growing client relationships.
• Strong business development and revenue generation track record.
• Experience leading client meetings, negotiations, and presentations.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities in a fast-paced environment.