Operations Director - Family Office

🌍 Who We Are
At talentX, we are the trusted partner for high-growth businesses and distinguished organizations across the Middle East. With a proven track record of supporting industry leaders like Careem, Checkout.com, Deliveroo, and Wio Bank, we are redefining the future of People & Talent Acquisition globally.

We are excited to announce an exclusive opportunity with a private family office in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for an Operations Director to lead and oversee their entire operational framework, ensuring seamless coordination and efficiency across all functions.

🚀 As an Operations Director, you will:
Take full ownership of the family office’s operations, driving strategic initiatives, optimizing processes, and ensuring the highest standards of efficiency, discretion, and excellence.

💼 Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Oversight: Manage all financial, administrative, and project-related activities.

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement strategies aligned with the family office’s vision and goals.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with finance, investments, and other teams to streamline operations.

• Process Optimization: Identify areas for improvement and drive efficiency in operational workflows.

• Project Management: Oversee and deliver high-impact projects on time and within scope.

• Vendor & Stakeholder Management: Build strong relationships with external and internal stakeholders.

• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure adherence to all relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices.

🎯 What You Bring:

• Proven experience as an Operations Director or in a similar senior leadership role, preferably in a private family office or related environment.

• Expertise in operations, project management, and cross-functional leadership.

• Fluency in English and Arabic with excellent communication skills.

• Strong experience managing complex operations across both onshore and offshore entities.

• Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.

• Discretion, integrity, and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degrees or certifications are a plus.

🌟 Preferred Experience:

• Previous experience working in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia or the broader GCC region.

• Familiarity with family office operations or similar private investment environments.

If you are a results-driven leader with a passion for operational excellence, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.