Project Manager

Arbete Careers; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 299,000 - 375,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services provider in Riyadh is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead AI-based process automation projects. This role requires over 10 years of project management experience, fluency in Arabic and English, and a strong background in finance operations. You'll coordinate between technical teams and stakeholders, ensuring project success and satisfaction. Competitive salary and immediate joining are offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of overall project management experience.
• Experience in finance operations and AI-driven projects.
• Strong understanding of finance operations workflows.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive the successful execution of AI POCs / Pilots.
• Serve as the primary contact for client stakeholders.
• Manage the delivery team and ensure timely execution.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

AI and Automation

Fluent Arabic

Fluent English

Education

PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certification

Job description

One of our Client in IT Service is hiring for the position of Project Manager in Riyadh

Job Description: Project Manager

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Industry: IT Services | Finance Operations | AI & Automation
Languages Required: Fluent Arabic & English

Notice Period: Immediate joiners or a maximum one-month notice period.

Applicants are requested to apply with their updated resumes and then click the following link to update their details to speed up the process of recruitment.

https://www.arbetecareers.com/Candidate-Portal

Role Overview:

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead the Agentic AI-based process automation in optimizing operations for a leading organization in Saudi Arabia. This role will act as the primary client-facing representative, ensuring smooth execution, managing local stakeholders, and working closely with delivery team to drive the success of the POC and further business expansion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Execution & Delivery:

  • Own and drive the successful execution of the Agentic AI POCs / Pilots / Productisations, ensuring alignment with client expectations.

  • Define and manage project scope, timeline, deliverables, and quality standards.

  • Coordinate between technical team and local business stakeholders.

• Stakeholder Management & Business Growth:

  • Serve as the primary contact for client stakeholders, ensuring alignment and satisfaction.

  • Communicate project progress, risks, and milestones to senior finance leaders and operations teams.

  • Identify opportunities to extend the engagement beyond the POC and drive additional AI implementations.

• Team Coordination & Risk Management:

  • Manage the delivery team, ensuring timely execution of tasks.

  • Monitor risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies.

  • Ensure all project activities comply with the clients finance regulations and operational requirements.

• AI Strategy & Process Optimization:

  • Work closely with Business Analysts and Technical Teams to refine the AI-driven workflows.

  • Validate the impact of AI-driven process optimizations and ensure alignment with business objectives.

  • Plan for the transition from POC to full-scale implementation.

Qualifications & Experience:

• 10+ years of overall project management experience with decent experience in finance operations, AI (Gen AI, Agentic workflows), and automation projects.

• Proven experience managing client engagements and delivering high-impact projects.

• A strong understanding of finance operations workflows and digital transformation in financial services is a plus.

• Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken and written).

• Experience working with AI (Gen AI, Agentic workflows), RPA, or automation technologies is a strong plus.

PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certification is a plus