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Job summary
A leading sports organization in Saudi Arabia seeks a senior executive to define and execute its long-term vision and strategy. The role involves overseeing financial performance and sporting operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading an executive team. Candidates should have over 10 years of senior leadership experience in the sports industry with a proven track record in commercial growth and governance. An MBA is preferred, and exceptional leadership and communication skills are essential.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of senior leadership experience in the sports industry or closely related sectors.
- Proven background in commercial growth and strategic leadership.
- Strong track record in organizational governance.
Responsibilities
- Define and execute the organization’s long-term vision and strategy.
- Oversee budget planning and financial performance.
- Ensure high standards of sporting performance.
Skills
Education
- Define and execute the organization’s long-term vision, mission, and strategy
- Align sporting objectives with commercial and operational goals
- Identify growth opportunities (new markets, partnerships, events, products)
- Oversee budgeting, financial planning, and revenue generation
- Ensure profitability, sustainability, and efficient resource allocation
- Lead sponsorship, media rights, licensing, and commercial partnerships
- Ensure high standards of sporting performance and athlete development
- Oversee operations including competitions, facilities, logistics, and events
- Support innovation in training, technology, and fan engagement
- Ensure compliance with local and international sports regulations
- Maintain strong corporate governance and ethical standards
- Act as the main liaison with the Board of Directors
- Represent the organization publicly and with key stakeholders
- Build strong relationships with sponsors, federations, government bodies, and media
- Strengthen brand reputation, fan engagement, and community impact
- Build and lead a high-performing executive team
- Foster a values-driven, inclusive, and performance-oriented culture
- Oversee talent development across sporting and corporate functions
- 10+ years of senior leadership experience (CEO, Managing Director, or equivalent)
- Proven background in the sports industry or closely related sectors
- Strong track record in commercial growth and strategic leadership
- Strategic thinking and decision-making
- Financial acumen and business development expertise
- Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills
- Deep understanding of sports governance and stakeholder ecosystems
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Sports Management, Finance, or related field
- MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification preferred
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