Advisor to the CEO â Confidential KSA Banking Client | Riyadh, SA

Advisor to the CEO – Confidential KSA Banking Client

Madison Pearl is working with a leading bank in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, seeking an Advisor to the CEO to join their executive leadership team. This is a transformative, high-impact role that offers the opportunity to shape the strategic direction of a market leader within the financial services sector. Our client is a highly regarded financial institution offering a comprehensive range of Shariah-compliant banking and financial solutions, including retail banking, corporate banking, investment services, and treasury solutions. With a strong commitment to digital transformation and innovation, the bank plays a pivotal role in supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.

As the Advisor to the CEO, you will:

• Collaborate with the CEO and executive team to define and execute the bank’s strategic vision.
• Lead the Strategy, Enterprise, and Enterprise Portfolio Management Office (EPMO) functions.
• Drive large-scale transformation projects across the bank.
• Align enterprise-wide initiatives with the bank’s long-term goals.
• This role requires a strategic thinker with a proven ability to oversee complex projects and foster innovation at the highest levels.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning and Execution

• Develop and implement actionable strategies to achieve business objectives.
• Monitor industry trends to identify opportunities for growth and innovation.

Leadership and Governance

• Oversee Strategy, Enterprise, and EPMO functions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration to drive accountability across the bank.
• Lead the EPMO, prioritizing and delivering key initiatives.
• Provide regular updates to the CEO on portfolio performance.

Transformation and Change Management

• Drive adoption of large-scale transformation initiatives.
• Champion a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting

• Establish and track KPIs to measure success.
• Present comprehensive progress reports to the CEO and board.

Key Qualifications and Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Strategy, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • 15+ years in strategic planning, transformation, or a similar leadership role within the banking sector.
  • Proven track record of leading enterprise-wide initiatives and managing EPMO functions.
  • Experience working directly with C-suite executives.
• Skills:
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  • Expertise in stakeholder management and banking regulations.
• Strategic mindset with a focus on actionable outcomes.
• High emotional intelligence and influencing skills.
• Ability to manage complex projects and competing priorities.

Application Criteria:

• Candidates must have significant experience in a similar role within a top-tier bank.

Interested candidates please apply to this advertisement directly or send your CV to rayhaan.hajat@madisonpearl.com

*Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted*