Strategic Operations Leader — Riyadh & Al Khobar

Black Pearl Int'l Corp; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Pearl Consult is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day operations across its Riyadh and Al Khobar offices. You will provide operational leadership, align local operations with global standards, and collaborate with senior leadership in Saudi Arabia and international teams.

The role requires strong leadership, budgeting, and stakeholder management skills, with fluency in English and readiness to operate in a fast-paced, international environment.

Qualifications

• Saudi national.
• 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.

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.

Job description

Black Pearl Consult is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day operations across its Riyadh and Al Khobar offices. You will provide operational leadership, align local operations with global standards, and collaborate with senior leadership in Saudi Arabia and international teams.

The role requires strong leadership, budgeting, and stakeholder management skills, with fluency in English and readiness to operate in a fast-paced, international environment.