Saudi Operations Lead for Riyadh & Al Khobar

Black Pearl; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Pearl, a multinational professional services organization, seeks an experienced Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day operations of its offices in Riyadh and Al Khobar. You will provide operational leadership, manage local requirements, and align Saudi operations with global standards.

The role requires collaboration with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, deep knowledge of local employment practices, and the ability to build and guide a small local operations team in a

Qualifications

• Significant experience in office management, business operations, administration, or a similar leadership role.
• Experience within a law firm, professional services firm, or multinational organization is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi employment practices, regulations, and local business requirements.
• Proven experience managing budgets, suppliers, facilities, and operational projects.
• Ability to work independently, make sound local decisions, and remain aligned with global policies.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills.
• Fluent English communication skills; Arabic fluency is expected.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and international environment.
• Willing and able to support operations in both Riyadh and Al Khobar.
• Interested Saudi nationals are invited to submit an updated CV highlighting their experience in office operations, employee relations, facilities, budget management, supplier management, and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily office and business operations across Riyadh and Al Khobar.
• Lead local operational initiatives and implement global projects in Saudi Arabia.
• Manage office budgets, expenses, suppliers, contractors, and service providers.
• Oversee facilities management, maintenance, health and safety, and workplace standards.
• Support office relocations, renovations, expansions, and other operational projects.
• Work closely with HR, Finance, IT, Procurement, and other support functions.
• Provide guidance on local employment practices, business requirements, and regulations.
• Support employee relations and ensure operational matters are handled effectively.
• Manage, support, and develop a small local operations team.
• Build strong working relationships with senior stakeholders and employees.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational processes, service quality, and efficiency.

Skills

Office management

Business operations

Leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Regulatory knowledge

English fluency

Arabic fluency

Job description

Black Pearl, a multinational professional services organization, seeks an experienced Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day operations of its offices in Riyadh and Al Khobar. You will provide operational leadership, manage local requirements, and align Saudi operations with global standards.

The role requires collaboration with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, deep knowledge of local employment practices, and the ability to build and guide a small local operations team in a