Chief Executive Officer -Real Estate

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Job Code L12-001

Our client, a growing real-estate and development group in Saudi Arabia with several operating subsidiaries, is seeking to appoint a Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Reporting directly to the Chairmen, the CEO will lead the company and its subsidiaries, ensuring effective execution of approved strategies, strong operational performance, and robust corporate governance.

Key Responsibilities (summary)

• Lead the overall operations of the group and its subsidiaries (Finance, Operations, Commercial, HR, Supply Chain, Marketing and Support Functions).
• Translate the Board's strategic directions into annual business plans, budgets and KPIs, and ensure their effective implementation.
• Oversee financial and operational performance, monitor risks and submit regular performance and strategy reports to the Chairmen.
• Ensure compliance with internal governance policies and applicable commercial, investment and regulatory requirements in KSA.
• Develop, coach and evaluate the executive leadership team and build a strong succession pipeline.
• Drive operational excellence and digital transformation initiatives to enhance efficiency and growth.
• Represent the group with government entities, regulators, investors and key business partners.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering or a related field, MBA or executive master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum 12 years of experience in executive management, including at least 7 years in senior leadership roles.
• Solid exposure to operational and financial management within real estate / development / contracting or related sectors.
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance, commercial and investment regulations in Saudi Arabia.

Skills & Competencies

• Proven strategic and leadership capabilities in managing multi-entity / multi-function organizations.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills based on financial and operational data.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• High integrity, governance mindset and the ability to build a high-performance culture.