Senior Manager - Special Projects

Qiddiya | القدية; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment development firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Senior Manager - Special Projects to oversee unique initiatives that align with their strategic vision. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in project management and strong analytical skills. Responsibilities include managing sensitive initiatives, supporting marketing transformations, and coordinating consultant engagements. This position offers a collaborative culture and significant impact as a future leader.

Benefits

Dynamic work environment

Growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in project management, consulting, or internal strategy.
• Strong PMO, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience leading large cross-functional or transformation projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage sensitive strategic initiatives.
• Support marketing teams on major organizational transformations.
• Coordinate consultant engagements, ensuring delivery quality.

Skills

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Management

Cross-Functional Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Master's degree

Job description

Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a driven and innovative Senior Manager - Special Projects to spearhead exceptional initiatives within our portfolio. In this key role, you will be responsible for overseeing unique projects that align with our strategic vision and contribute to the development of a world‑class entertainment destination.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage sensitive strategic initiatives
• Support marketing teams on major organizational transformations and TOM development
• Coordinate consultant engagements, ensuring delivery quality and alignment with CoE priorities
• Act as PMO for marketing leadership committees & strategic workstreams
• Ensure synergies and alignment between marketing, commercial, and destination functions

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field; a Master's degree is a plus
• 10+ years of experience in project management, consulting, or internal strategy
• Strong PMO, analytical, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience leading large cross‑functional or transformation projects
• Ability to deliver under tight timelines and high executive visibility

Benefits

Join Qiddiya's team and enjoy a dynamic work environment that offers growth opportunities, a collaborative culture, and the chance to make a significant impact as our future Playmaker!