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MANAGING DIRECTOR - SAUDI ARABIA - SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

An opportunity to join our client who is a multinational Advertising agency, based in Riyadh.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Our client is a multinational advertising agency located in Riyadh, looking for a Managing Director.

PLANNING MANAGER - RIYADH - SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

An opportunity to join our client who is a multinational advertising agency, based in Riyadh.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Consumer and Category Understanding:
– Analyze existing data, market reports and trends
– Develop ad-hoc research projects
– Research the product or service to be advertised, which may involve gaining technical or specific knowledge
– Research the competitive environment: the market situation and the communication in the category
In summary, gain a comprehensive context for advertising strategies by analyzing a range of information in great detail, including demographics, socio-economics and the market for the client’s product
Briefing and Communication Strategies:
– Work with the client to establish their aims and objectives
– Write creative briefs or participate in writing briefs with inputs and directions
– Brief the creative team; set the strategic angle to approach a project; provide the creative team with a clearly defined brief that contains concise information on the product, category, audience and strategy
– Communicate with colleagues within the agency, such as creatives and account managers in the process of developing a campaign

QUALIFICATIONS

Skills

Brand Strategy Development, Communication Strategy, Advertising Planning, Market Analysis, Performance Monitoring, Budget Management, Team Leadership, Data Management

 

Education and Experience
5+ years of strategy experience in relevant digital and creative agencies – consulting, Client-side and media experience will also be a consideration.
– Demonstrable experience in a variety of strategic engagements with regional or global Client brands from various industries.
– Strong creative problem solving, both on a conceptual level in defining the strategic vision and a practical level in handling planning and operational considerations
– Passion for online advertising and emerging trends in the digital landscape
– The ability to thrive in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment

SENIOR ACCOUNT DIRECTOR - RIYADH - SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

An opportunity to join our client who is a multinational advertising agency, based in Riyadh.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The job calls for a good mix of left brain and right brain skills, strong marketing thinking, and the ability to think and execute across all customer touch-points. This is a job for a bright ideas man who possesses the ability to provide both intelligent brand strategy input, as well as, the creative and management skills required to conceive and manage online/offline projects and multi-media promotional campaigns through-the-line. The chosen candidate will have the flexible character and the relationship building and interpersonal skills necessary to positively interact and gain the respect of client in a unique geographical and cultural context. A knowledge of general advertising strategy tools is expected besides having achieved any strategic accomplishments on accounts worked in the past.

QUALIFICATIONS

Skills
– Strong analytical skills, with ability to define recommendations from research and consumer retail audits.
– Ability to generate campaign strategies and ideas through-the-line, but with particular emphasis on content creation and production, with a hands on approach to problem solving.
– Manage client’s annual budget and financial forecast and ensure alignment with the Agency’s profit targets
– Results focused and ability to work in a fast pace and high stress environment

 

Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university preferably in Business Administration/Advertising & Communication. An MBA is a strong asset.

DIRECTOR OF RESEARCH - KUWAIT - AUGUST 27, 2024

An opportunity to join our client who is a multinational Research company, based in Kuwait.

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking a highly experienced professional for the position of Director of Research (MSU & CEX). The ideal candidate should have 8+ years of experience in Market Research and Customer Experience, with preference given to Arabic speakers.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

– To provide leadership, vision and management to the Research department

– To contribute to the development and deployment of innovative approaches and techniques in market research that reflect best practices

– To bring to the clients the best of what the company has to offer across the different specializations

– To oversee the business relationship with the clients; provide directions for local relationships and take a personal role in building and maintaining excellent business relation

– To conduct proactive contact to generate and qualify lead for future business

– To negotiate the best possible terms of business with clients that are under your responsibility

– To maximize customer’s satisfaction and the value it derives from its investment in services

– To maximize Customer’s knowledge of company (specializations, products, & people)

– To establish and maintain effective communication between all people involved in the execution of the jobs and manage the flow of relevant information to, from, and between them

– To handle projects, local and multi-country, from briefing, to preparing proposals, designing questionnaires, discussion guides, etc…

– To prepare presentations, writing reports, and presenting to the findings of the studies to the clients

– To supervise any fieldwork related to the research projects in order to maintain a good performance in the field

– To maintain and monitor appropriate budgetary controls

– To assist in recruiting, hiring, and providing appropriate training for the Research Team

COUNTRY MANAGER - DAMMAM - KSA - JULY 11, 2024

An opportunity to join our client who is a multinational LOGISTICS company, based in Dammam / KSA.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Job Summary

The Country Manager will be responsible for the overall management and strategic direction of the operation in Saudi Arabia. This role requires a dynamic leader with a proven track record in logistics, heavy transport management and warehouse management as well as strong business acumen, and the ability to drive growth and operational excellence. The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of branch operations, including sales, customer service, finance, human resources, and compliance.

 

Duties and Responsibilities
Leadership & Management:
– Provide strategic leadership and direction to the branch, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and objectives.
– Manage and mentor a team of professionals, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
– Develop and implement operational policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and service quality

Business Development:
– Identify and pursue new business opportunities to develop and grow the company’s market presence.
– Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders.
– Oversee sales and marketing activities to achieve revenue targets and market share growth.

Operations Management:
– Ensure the effective and efficient operation of all logistics services, including transportation, and warehousing.
– Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement improvement plans to achieve operational excellence.

Financial Management:
– Oversee the branch’s budget, ensuring financial objectives are met.
– Analyse financial reports and provide insights to improve profitability and cost efficiency.
– Ensure compliance with financial regulations and corporate policies.
Compliance & Risk Management:
– Ensure compliance with local, national, and international logistics and supply chain management regulations.
– Develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate operational risks.
– Maintain high standards of safety, security, and quality control.

QUALIFICATIONS

Skills
• Proven track record of successfully managing and growing a newly established entity.
• Strong understanding of the logistics industry, including freight forwarding, warehousing, and transportation.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong financial acumen and experience in budget management.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic plans and drive change.
• Proficiency in logistics CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.

 

Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in heavy transportation, logistics management, module and super heavy cargo transportation, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Deep understanding of the Saudi Arabian market, including cultural, economic, and regulatory aspects.
• Experience in logistics of industrial projects in the oil & gas and power industry within the KSA preferred.
• Experience in dealing with large local and global EPC clients as well as state owned entities serving the oil & gas and power industry.

 

Languages
• Fluency in English; proficiency in Arabic is highly desirable.

 

Working Conditions
• This position is based in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, with travel required.
• The role may require working outside regular business hours to meet business needs.

TALENT ACQUISITION MANAGER - BEIRUT- LEBANON - JUNE 19, 2024

An opportunity to join our client who is a multinational market research Agency, based in Beirut.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Recruitment Strategy:

Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to meet the company hiring needs in coordination with the HR and/or stakeholders in the countries to understand their staffing requirements and create a plan to attract top talent.
2. Sourcing and Screening:

Utilize various sourcing methods, such as job boards, social media, networking, and employee referrals, to identify potential candidates. Review resumes, conduct initial screenings, and shortlist candidates who meet the job requirements.
3. Interviewing and Selection:

Conduct interviews with shortlisted candidates. Assess the candidates’ skills, qualifications, and cultural fit through behavioral and competency-based interviews (to be developed). May also administer tests or assessments to evaluate candidates’ abilities and coordinate with the local HR and/or stakeholders in the countries for 2nd interviews and next steps to follow.
4. Employer Branding:

Play a crucial role in promoting the company’s employer brand. Develop and maintain relationships with external partners, such as recruitment agencies, universities, and professional organizations, to enhance the company’s visibility and attract top talent.
5. Candidate Experience:

Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process and provide timely communication, feedback, and updates to candidates, ensuring a smooth and professional experience.
6. Offer Negotiation and Onboarding:

Once a suitable candidate is selected, the Talent Acquisition Managers could play a role in extending job offers and negotiate compensation packages in coordination with the HR in the countries and/or stakeholders in the countries to ensure a seamless onboarding process for new hires.
7. Data Analysis and Reporting:

Track and analyze recruitment metrics, such as time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and source of hire, to evaluate the effectiveness of recruitment strategies. Prepare reports and provide insights to management for continuous improvement.
8. Compliance and Legal Considerations:

Stay updated with labor laws, regulations, and industry best practices to ensure compliance throughout the recruitment process. Ensure fair and unbiased hiring practices, maintain accurate records, and handle sensitive information with confidentiality.

Overall, play a critical role in attracting and selecting the best talent for the company. Contribute to the company’s growth and success by building a strong workforce that aligns with the companies’ goals and values. However, the role could be enlarged to include additional tasks, this will depend on the performance and success of the incumbent in the above-mentioned role and its capabilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Female
Age 25-40
Experienced in full-cycle recruiting, strong communications skills, able to develop hiring plans, and analyze data to improve recruitment
English, Arabic, French
5-10 years of experience

CHIEF STRATEGY OFFICER - RIYADH - SAUDI ARABIA - JUNE 10, 2024

An opportunity to join our client who is a multinational Advertising Agency, based in Riyadh.

QUALIFICATIONS

15+ Years of experience in Strategic planning, communication consulting,

Deep understanding of research data analysis techniques.

Excellent presenter and problem-solving skills.

STRATEGY / PLANNING DIRECTOR - RIYADH - SAUDI ARABIA - May 05 2024

An opportunity to join our client who is a multinational Advertising Agency, based in Riyadh.

QUALIFICATIONS

10+ Years of experience in Strategic planning, communication consulting,

Deep understanding of research data analysis techniques.

Excellent presenter and problem-solving skills.

SENIOR COPYWRITER - RIYADH - SAUDI ARABIA - February 28, 2024

An opportunity to join our client who is a local Advertising Agency, based in Riyadh.

We are seeking a Senior Copywriter to join our creative team.

The employee in this job shall craft compelling and engaging written content that effectively communicates the company’s brand messages, marketing campaigns, and event narratives. The Copywriter shall collaborate closely with the creative, design, and marketing teams to ensure the written content aligns with the company’s overall objectives and maintains a consistent brand voice.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1- Content Creation:

– Develop creative and strategic written content for various marketing materials, including but not limited to advertisements, social media posts, event promotions, brochures, scripts, speeches, and blog articles

– Adapt writing style to suit different target audiences, platforms, and communication goals

2- Collaboration:

– Collaborate with the creative team, graphic designers, and marketing managers to understand project requirements, objectives, and target audience

– Participate in brainstorming sessions to contribute creative ideas and concepts for campaigns and events

– Contribute to the development of marketing and advertising campaigns by providing creative and impactful copy that supports the campaign’s goals

3- Storytelling:

– Craft compelling narratives and stories that resonate with the audience, effectively conveying the company’s values, products, services, and event themes

4- Brand Voice:

– Maintain and enhance the company’s brand voice and tone across all written content, ensuring consistency and alignment with brand guidelines

5- Message Clarity:

– Ensure clarity and effectiveness of messaging, conveying complex ideas in a concise and engaging manner

6- Proofreading and Editing:

– Review and edit written content to ensure grammatical accuracy, clarity, and coherence

– Collaborate with other team members to ensure all content is error-free and aligned with the project’s objectives

7- Client Interaction:

– Collaborate with clients to understand their requirements, gather feedback, and incorporate changes into the content

8- Market Trends:

– Stay updated with industry trends, language nuances, and emerging communication techniques to incorporate fresh and relevant elements into content

9- Event Messaging:

– Develop event-related content, including invitations, event programs, speaker introductions, and event scripts

10- Adaptation to Mediums:

– Write content suitable for various mediums, including digital platforms, print materials, presentations, and audiovisual formats

QUALIFICATIONS

1- Work experience

4+ years of copywriting experience, preferably in the advertising industry

2- Academic qualifications

BA degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or equivalent, from a renowned university

3- Technical/Computer skills

Exceptional writing and editing skills, with a strong command of grammar, punctuation, and style.

Creative thinking and the ability to translate concepts into engaging copy

4- Interpersonal and other skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work under pressure, to meet deadline, and to be detail-oriented

MOTION GRAPHIC DESIGNER - JEDDAH - SAUDI ARABIA - February 27, 2024

An opportunity to join our client who is a multinational Advertising Agency, based in Jeddah.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS

We are seeking a talented Motion Graphic Designer to join our creative team. As a Motion Graphic Designer, he/she will be responsible for creating visually stunning animations and graphics for a wide range of media platforms. His/her expertise in animation software, design principles, and creative thinking will be essential in bringing concepts to life and engaging audiences effectively.

JUNIOR ART DIRECTOR - JEDDAH - SAUDI ARABIA - February 24, 2024

An opportunity to join our client who is a local Advertising Agency, based in Jeddah.

We are seeking a Junior Art Director to join our creative team and assist in developing campaigns’ concepts. As a Jr. Art Director, you will work with the Creative team to create concepts across channels. You will produce designs and visual concepts that get our clients’ messages across with high impact.

Motion Design experience is a MUST

RESEARCH DIRECTOR - RIYADH - SAUDI ARABIA - February 07, 2024

To oversee and grow all CX and Mystery Shopping/ Shopper & Channel performance business. Win, Manage and develop key client accounts, deliver inspirational and profitable work; influence the strategic direction of the business, drive business growth.

 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS

Working Together
Leadership, teamwork, and collaboration

Leads and promotes honest, open, transparent and direct relationships with clients and colleagues.
Develops plans, identifies and solves problems through collaborative working.
Leads and directs knowledge transfer with team members.
Anticipates and responds to concerns within the client team, implicit and explicit, and actively resolves conflict.
Actively seeks and offers input to decision making, demonstrating a ‘longterm’, strategic mindset.
Speaks positively about the company, work, colleagues and the future.

Consideration
Anticipates, gathers and understands others’ points of view
Is empathetic, takes into account the possible impact of actions/ decisions on others and manages others’ creations to situations by anticipating likely response
Acts with integrity, respects confidentiality and sensitivity of situations and information

Communication Clear and appropriate communication
Explains complex and detailed issues clearly and succinctly
Communication style is authoritative and influential, inspiring confidence in recipients
Carefully tailors’ tone and communication style to have the most positive impact possible, with clients, with the team and with senior management
Delivers both good and bad news effectively
Coaches others to communicate more effectively

Listening
Is constantly listening to and gauging the mood and situation of the team/ business
Listens effectively, takes or instructs the most appropriate course of action after collecting and considering all the necessary information Interpersonal sensitivity
Recognizes the relative skills and strengths of the team and uses/ develops them appropriately
Demonstrates cultural, professional and personal sensitivity with colleaguesLanguage skills: fluent English, Arabic preferable

Flexibility Creativity
Offers fresh and imaginative ideas for solving problems and developing the business
Recognizes and reinforces creative thought and innovative ideas

Managing change
Speaks positively about change, motivates others to engage with it, leads by example
Generates and leads change in the interest of business improvement and client focus
Responds appropriately to changing situations, acting with the appropriate pace and urgency
Is energized by challenges

Entrepreneurial

Actively pursues opportunities to improve and stretch the company offer, performance and client delivery
Is intellectually curious, constructively challenges existing thinking, systems and processes and suggests alternatives and encourages others to do so
Challenges the status quo, is innovative, takes calculated risks

Selfmanagement
Initiative

Demonstrates and encourages in others a positive, solutionsfocused approach
Relentlessly looks for ways to make clients’ lives easier
Proactively drives development and career progression of self and other team members

Organization
Is disciplined, demonstrates excellence in time management, prioritization and planning
Delegates and manages resources effectively across the team
Sets goals that are ambitious but achievable, drives through to their completion
Demonstrates excellence in managing others’ expectations effectively, upwards and downwards

Responsibility
Demonstrates strong selfawareness plays to one’s strengths and acknowledges limitations
Listens to and learns from constructive criticism/ feedback is always prepared to learn
Proactively offers upwards feedback and support for senior management
Advocates and drives compliance within the team with company’s operating practices and quality processes
Resolves people, work and client problems in the best interests of the company

People

Fosters a culture of continuous development within the team.
Is a positive and inspirational role model
Provides direction and support to team members, recognizing great work and addressing problems
Manages conflict effectively
Is respectful, treats all colleagues fairly and appropriately
Shows leadership in giving, receiving and seeking out feedback on performance, leads by example

Responsibilities

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER - AMMAN - JORDAN - January 21, 2024

An opportunity to join our client who is a multinational Market Research, based in Amman – Jordan, to run HR and be part of their growth plan.

Responsibilities

Handle day-to-day HR activities including the HR information system.

Serve as a link between the management and employees.

Develop, manage, and implement HR policies and procedures in compliance with company guidance.

Manage and handle the recruitment and staffing logistics from hiring to firing and administering disciplinary procedures in compliance with company policies, procedures, and guidance and in compliance with local labor law.

Identify training needs with respective line managers and develop trainings strategy for respective employees.

Analyze employee turnover, employee surveys, and any other HR tools to identify area of focus.

Developing employee retention activities/programs to reduce staff turnover.

Verify and maintaining documentation relating to HR activities such as staffing, recruitment, training, grievances, performance evaluations, and classifications.

Manage and implement performance appraisal processes and provide counselling sessions to line managers on performance management in compliance with company policies, procedures, and guidance.

Manage and implement the talent management process in compliance with company policies, procedures, and guidance.

Assist in attracting, developing, rewarding, and retaining top talent.

Conduct Onboarding Plan for New Employees.

Handle the internship program and coordinate with departments’ Managers to make it successful.

Manage and implement employee orientation program, employee services and counselling.

Travel Abroad when necessary.

 

Any additional tasks that will be related to this job.

ACCOUNT DIRECTOR / SENIOR - RIYADH - SAUDI ARABIA - December 13, 2023

An opportunity to join our client who is a multinational PR Agency, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to run their accounts and be part of their growth plan.

Responsibilities

Project lead and strategic oversight

Strategy development

Messaging

Content development

Campaign development.

Crisis

Client servicing