Strategic Operations Lead – Riyadh & Al Khobar

Black Pearl Int'l Corp; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Pearl Int'l Corp is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day operations across Riyadh and Al Khobar. You will provide operational leadership and align Saudi activities with global standards.

The role demands strong budget, facilities, and stakeholder management, with fluency in English and Arabic. This position is primarily office-based in a fast-paced, international environment.

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.
• 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.

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

Leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder management

People management

Operations optimization

Job description

Black Pearl Int'l Corp is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day operations across Riyadh and Al Khobar. You will provide operational leadership and align Saudi activities with global standards.

The role demands strong budget, facilities, and stakeholder management, with fluency in English and Arabic. This position is primarily office-based in a fast-paced, international environment.