Strategic Planning Consultant

Client of CS & Clarks; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Client of CS & Clarks is seeking a seasoned strategist to guide the company’s events and entertainment initiatives. The role focuses on shaping strategic vision, market insight, and client collaboration to deliver memorable experiences and measurable impact.

You will lead planning, manage risks, balance budgets with finance, and define KPIs to continuously improve outcomes. The ideal candidate combines analytical rigor with creative thinking and excellent communication in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Proven experience in strategic planning, preferably within the events and entertainment industry.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Creative thinking and a passion for delivering exceptional experiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate a clear strategic vision for events and entertainment aligned with business objectives.
• Conduct in-depth market analysis to inform strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with clients to understand goals and deliver impactful experiences.
• Lead development of comprehensive project plans with milestones and timelines.
• Identify risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies.
• Infuse creativity and innovation into planning processes.
• Align plans with budgets and coordinate with finance for optimization.
• Define KPIs and monitor performance to drive improvements.
• Enhance client satisfaction by delivering on expectations.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Creativity

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business/Marketing

Tools

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Vision Develop and articulate a clear strategic vision for the company s events and entertainment projects aligning with overall business objectives
• Market Analysis Conduct in-depth market analysis keeping abreast of industry trends competitor activities and emerging opportunities to inform strategic decision-making
• Client Collaboration Collaborate closely with clients to understand their goals and objectives offering strategic insights that enhance the overall impact and success of events
• Project Planning Lead the development of comprehensive project plans outlining key milestones resource requirements and timelines for successful event execution
• Risk Assessment Identify potential risks and challenges associated with each project providing proactive solutions to mitigate risks and ensure seamless event delivery
• Innovation and Creativity Infuse creativity and innovation into strategic planning processes ensuring that events deliver unique and memorable experiences for clients and attendees
• Budget Alignment Work collaboratively with the finance team to align strategic plans with budgetary constraints optimizing resource allocation for maximum impact
• Performance Metrics Define and implement key performance indicators KPIs to measure the success of strategic initiatives making data-driven adjustments as necessary
• Client Satisfaction Measure and enhance client satisfaction by continuously improving the strategic planning process and delivering on client expectations

Qualifications

Bachelor s or Master s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field. Proven experience in strategic planning, preferably within the events and entertainment industry. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and presentation abilities. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Creative thinking and a passion for delivering exceptional experiences.