Company Overview
NEOM is an accelerator of human progress and a vision of what a new future might look like. A region in northwest Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea, NEOM is being built from the ground up to include hyperconnected, cognitive cities, ports, next-generation infrastructure and industries, enterprise zones, research centers, sports and entertainment venues and tourist destinations.
As a destination, it will be a home for people who dream big and want to be part of building a new model for exceptional livability, creating thriving businesses and reinventing environmental conservation.
As a workplace, it is a place for people who share our core values of care, curiosity, diversity, passion, respect, and becoming a catalyst for change.
Are you ready to help NEOM find solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges? Are you prepared to create a lasting legacy that benefits generations to come? Then we want to hear from you!
Role Overview
The Business Manager is responsible for working with the Sector leadership to translate business strategy into operational efficiency within the Sector, including management of strategic business initiatives, human resources, finances, IT, contract procurement and administration.
Role Competencies & Activities
- Ensure the efficient day-to-day operations of the Sector including, but not limited to, development and management of budgets, contracts, new hires, office space planning and admin staff across the organization.
- Undertaking strategy development and Sector planning, and successful execution of the strategies and plans.
- Work with Sector leadership to develop the operating strategy for the organization and work with corporate shared services (such as HR, Finance, Procurement, Legal, IT,
- Marketing) to ensure that the Sector has adequate and suitable resources to deliver its objectives.
- Develop and manage relationships with external vendors, suppliers and service providers and provide contract management and administration services to the organization.
- Manage the Sector budgets and work with leadership and Finance to plan future budget requirements.
- Contract management and negotiation
- Ensure that all corporate policies, communications, education and training are cascaded down through the organization as necessary, and manage all Sector-specific communication, learning and development.
- Develop and implement dashboards and reporting for the Department, to enable leadership to use data and analytics effectively in decision-making.
- Be the first point of contact for other Departments/Sectors needing to work with the Sector and for any issues/concerns involving the employees in the Sector.
- Implement and co-ordinate all corporate programs and strategic initiatives across the Sector (e.g. performance management, workforce and succession planning, Sector-specific action plans, etc.)
- All other reasonable duties, as assigned.
Experience & Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- 7+ years professional services, project management and start-up experience, with excellent understanding of operationalization, strategy development, integration and value creation.
- Proven experience in a start-up in a leadership position.
- Proven experience in preparation and management of organization strategy, implementation plans, budget, recruitment, and operating plans.
- In-depth knowledge of project execution, including latest technologies, contract procurement, stakeholder negotiation and dispute resolution.
- In depth understanding of business/venture strategies with ability to problem-solve and make effective decisions in a fast-paced environment, with good knowledge of technology to support business management.
- Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple, Sector related tasks simultaneously.
- Proven ability to build professional relationships and trust, with colleagues and internal and external stakeholders alike Interpersonal skills to build effective relationships across all levels of the organization.
- Excellent communicator (verbal and written) and a good command of English and ability to present confidently to small and large audiences.
- Fully computer literate, capable of using specialist building design programs and applications in checking building design standards.
- Proficient in Microsoft packages, Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, etc., good knowledge of Microsoft Project.
- As NEOM is in start-up mode with accelerated programs, this position requires total commitment to achieve key, strategic targets that may require working additional hours.
- Strong leadership ability and rational judgement and reasoning skills, with proven ability to communicate effectively at design office, site, management, and client levels.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business administration, Project Management, or related field.
- Master’s degree in business is preferred
- Professional registration and accreditation with Engineering or Business Institute
- Excellent communication skills, with high standard of English (oral and written).
