Project Manager, Riyadh
Application Deadline: May 8, 2024
Hybrid
Job Description
Saudi Arabia is the largest economy and one of the fastest growing markets in the Arab world and Sweden's largest trading partner in the region. Since 2017, Saudi Arabia has been on a journey to push through economic as well as social reforms under the country’s Vision 2030. Several giga-projects have been launched in line with Vision 2030 with the aim to support the green transition and position Saudi Arabia a global innovation hub. One example is NEOM, which has an estimated investment of USD 500 billion, that offer huge opportunities for Swedish companies in all kinds of sectors.
Business Sweden, The Swedish Trade & Invest Council, is seeking a highly motivated and result-originated Project Manager who is eager to be part of our talented team in Riyadh. As a team we advise both Large- & Mid-sized companies as well as Start-ups on how to capture the growth opportunities in Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East.
As Project Manager your main area of work is to lead teams and working close with our clients in Saudi Arabia and wider Middle East. You are responsible for building strong client relationships, manage all aspects of client projects, from inception to successful completion, on time and within budget, lead and motivate project teams, manage project risks ensuring clear communication and collaboration. As a project manager, you are expected to scope and sell projects and services to our clients. As a Project Manager at Business Sweden, you interact with a wide range of stakeholders within client organisations as well as governmental agencies, academia, and Business Sweden colleagues around the world. You report to the Trade Commissioner and the position is based in Riyadh.
Work with great people
Vlad Månsson Trade Commissioner, USA
"This is a great place for rapid career development because of the opportunities to learn from colleagues all over the world"
Samiksha Jalan Project Manager, London
"I love working at Business Sweden because every hour and every day always brings different opportunities"
Bong-Soon Park Senior Project Manager, South Korea
"My greatest motivation is seeing the positive impact our job has on our clients"
Skills & Requirements
Who we are looking for:
You have a relevant degree in business management or relevant field. You have a minimum of 5 years (but preferably more) of relevant work experience within management consulting, strategy departments from the private sector or sales and business development departments. Competence, experience and a network from relevant industries such as Life Science or Energy & Transport is a merit. Proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects. You have experience of leading and coaching consultant teams and prior experience from an international environment, proven track record of leading multinational project teams and working cross-border. Proven track record in sales and the ability to independently drive client dialogues, and take on full sales cycle responsibility, is a must. Experience from living/working in Saudi Arabia or other parts of the Middle East is meriting. A high level of proficiency in both written and spoken English is a requirement. Proficiency in Swedish and/or Arabic is positive.
Personal characteristics:
Self-driven, passionate and independent with high energy level and creative, can-do mindset Developed consulting skill set: excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, structuring and communicating complex ideas, strategic thinking. A true team player who contributes to an inclusive work environment, promote teamwork, share responsibilities and pitch in to help the group get the job done. Appreciated project leader with developed leadership skills. Great interpersonal and communication skills. Deliver messages that achieve desired effect in all settings, with all target groups. Ensure that relevant stakeholders are given latest information to help them achieve best possible performance. Result- and customer-oriented. Take responsibility for delivery and efficiently handle own and others’ time and resources. Quickly understand and tackle business situations in a way that maximizes outcomes. Can quickly adapt to changing plans and circumstances, lead others to shift focus and energy toward new goals. Ability to keep calm and focused regardless of the situation.
If so, please submit your resume together with a personal cover letter as soon as possible as we will be screening applications on a rolling basis, but no later than May 8th 2024.
For more information regarding the position, please contact Massoud Biouki, Trade Commissioner UAE and Acting Country Manager Saudi Arabia.
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Hannah Wergeland, HR.
About the company
Business Sweden is a global consultancy organization with approximately 500 colleagues working in 46 countries. We all share the same passion - creating maximum value for Sweden.
Business Sweden’s purpose is to help Swedish companies grow global sales and international companies invest and expand in Sweden.
Through our consultancy services we offer our customers strategic advice and hands-on support in their international growth and establishment.
Business Sweden is owned by the Swedish Government and the industry, a partnership that provides access to contacts and networks at all levels.
At Business Sweden we value and encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds related to culture, gender, age, ethnicity, race, religion and belief, disability, nationality, sexual orientation and gender identity.
The diversity of our people is an important foundation of our culture and builds a workplace where everyone can contribute with unique experiences, perspectives and cultures.
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