Role: Personal Assistant to General Manager – Saudi Arabia
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Onsite)
Job Summary:We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Personal Assistant to support the General Manager in Saudi Arabia and the RHQ activities. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in facilitating business planning, budgeting, and coordination across departments. This position requires a detail-oriented professional with strong communication skills, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:- Provide dedicated support to the General Manager, enabling efficient day-to-day operations and long-term business planning.
- Lead coordination of strategic planning, budgeting cycles, and financial tracking.
- Act as a liaison across multiple business units, ensuring alignment on key objectives and timelines.
- Manage the GM’s schedule, travel, and internal/external communications.
- Organise and support high-level meetings, including minute-taking, action tracking, and stakeholder follow-ups.
- Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations for both internal leadership and external stakeholders.
- Handle sensitive information with utmost discretion and professionalism.
- Act as a single point of contact for administrative matters related to government ministries and external agencies.
Qualifications & Experience:- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related discipline.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a high-level executive assistant, coordination, or business support role.
- Strong knowledge of business planning, financial tracking, and project coordination.
- Excellent command of English and Arabic, both written and verbal.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Highly organized with strong time management and prioritization skills.
- Demonstrated discretion, initiative, and ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
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