Personal Assistant to the General Manager

Saudi Arabia
Permanent
Full-time

6 days ago

Job Category: EnterpriseJob Description:Role: Personal Assistant to General Manager - Saudi ArabiaLocation: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Onsite)Applicants must be Saudi nationals to be considered for this roleJob 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.As a key growth market for our global operations, Saudi Arabia plays a critical role in our regional business strategy. We are seeking a highly capable and proactive Personal Assistant to support our General Manager in Saudi Arabia and contribute to the broader Regional Headquarters agenda.This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-impact team at the heart of our strategic initiatives. You will operate at a senior level, working across departments to ensure effective coordination, planning, and delivery of business priorities.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.
Government & Administrative Coordination
Liaise with:
Ministry of Labor (visas, work permits)
Ministry of Interior (passports, expatriate affairs)
Ministry of Health (medical insurance coordination)
Ministry of Investment (business licenses & regulatory compliance)
GOSI (social insurance affairs)
Ministry of Municipalities & Housing
SAB Bank (corporate banking coordination)
Landlord/property management (Pearson office administration)
Manage arrangements for all business visitors to Saudi Arabia.

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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