70 Portfolio Management jobs in Saudi Arabia

JOB TITLE:
Cards Portfolio Management Specialist

TERM:
12 months (with potential extension)

CLIENT LOCATION:
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (on-site)

DIVISION:
Retail Banking / Cards & Payments

REPORTS TO:
Head of Cards & Payments

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

• 8 -10 Years Cards Portfolio Management
• Customer lifecycle management
• Spend and balance build campaign

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS**:

• Cards Cross-border payments, e- commerce, and merchant partnerships
• Campaign execution, customer segmentation, and performance analytics

PURPOSE OF THE PROJECT
Strategic advisory and execution support for cards portfolio optimization initiatives spanning across key KPIs like ENR, spend, authorization etc. To drive growth in card activation, customer engagement, utilization, balance build through strategic planning, campaign execution, and portfolio optimization leveraging data analytics, merchant partnerships and other lifecycle management tools

Key Activities
Core Responsibilities And Accountabilities

• Analyze portfolio trends and develop strategies to improve activation, usage and retention
• Support to develop and implement strategies to grow the credit card portfolio in line with the business targets
• Support the initiatives related to customer engagement & balance build. This includes end to end management of campaigns across channels to grow spends and balances
• Support the credit card instalment plans strategy, including design and construct of payment plans, implementation of an effective sales strategy and optimizing revenues
• Design and implement lifecycle campaigns and customer engagement programs and be responsible for end to end campaign management and driving appropriate customer communication.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure smooth execution of all campaign and offers
• Optimize portfolio performance through segmentation, targeting, and offer personalization.
• Provide execution support for campaign rollout, tracking, and reporting.
• Liaise with internal and stakeholders to align on campaign objectives and KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with internal approvals and regulatory requirements.
• Help manage the financial performance of the credit card portfolio. Develop financial forecasts and budgets, monitor actual performance vs. targets & identify opportunities to mitigate any headwinds

KPIs

• Increase in plastic activation rate, spend activation rate, spend/card etc.
• Improve card utilization, ENR/card, installment sales.
• Manage credit limit increase and decrease activities
• Data driven portfolio campaigns along with pre campaign and post campaign results
• Customer engagement and activation metrics
• Development of new partnerships to supplement value for cardholders
• Portfolio growth and retention rates
• Timely execution of planned initiatives

Knowledge And Experience

• 8 -10 years in banking, payments, or consulting with a focus on credit card portfolio optimization, digital engagement, card product management (Regional experience preferred)
• Bachelors degree or equivalent qualification. Advanced degree or MBA preferred
• Knowledge of Cards P&L, Revenue, Loyalty programs and campaign management will be a big plus
• Fluent English required, Arabic fluency preferred
• Comfortable with significant client interaction and interest in building relationships
• Proven track record in campaign execution, customer segmentation, and performance analytics.
• Advanced Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills required, knowledge of Project Management tools
• preferred
• Analytical skills

Mandatory Skills**

• Results-oriented with a strong drive for achieving targets and KPIs
• Creative and innovative thinker with a passion for developing new solutions
• Team player with strong leadership and project management skills
• Customer-centric mindset with a focus on delivering exceptional service and value

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (On-site)

Contract Term: 12 Months (with potential extension)

Division: Retail Banking / Cards & Payments

Reports To: Head of Cards & Payments (dotted-line to MA Advisors Program Lead)

We are seeking a Cards Portfolio Management Specialist to provide strategic advisory and execution support for portfolio optimization initiatives across key KPIs such as ENR, spend, authorization, and utilization. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in cards portfolio management, lifecycle campaigns, cross-border payments, merchant partnerships, and performance analytics.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with senior stakeholders and drive growth in activation, customer engagement, utilization, and balance build for a leading retail banking client.

• Analyze portfolio trends and develop strategies to improve activation, usage, and retention.
• Design and execute lifecycle campaigns and customer engagement programs.
• Manage end-to-end campaign execution across channels to drive spend and balance build.
• Support credit card installment plan strategies including sales optimization and revenue growth.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to deliver campaign initiatives.
• Leverage customer segmentation, targeting, and personalization to optimize portfolio performance.
• Provide campaign rollout support including planning, tracking, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal approval processes.
• Support P&L management through forecasting, budgeting, and performance monitoring.

• Increase in plastic/card activation and spend rates.
• Improved card utilization, ENR per card, and installment sales.
• Successful execution of portfolio campaigns with measurable outcomes.
• Strong customer engagement and retention metrics.
• Development of new partnerships to enhance cardholder value.
• Achievement of portfolio growth and revenue targets.

• 8–10 years of experience in banking, payments, or consulting with focus on credit card portfolio management, optimization, and campaign execution (regional experience preferred).
• Bachelor's degree required; MBA/advanced degree preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Cards P&L, revenue, loyalty programs, and campaign management.
• Hands-on expertise in cross-border payments, ecommerce, merchant partnerships, segmentation, and analytics.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint; knowledge of project management tools is a plus.
• Fluent English required; Arabic fluency preferred.

• Results-oriented with a proven record of achieving KPIs.
• Creative and innovative thinker with a passion for building new solutions.
• Strong leadership and project management capabilities.
• Customer-centric mindset with focus on delivering exceptional value.

• Opportunity to work on a strategic, high-impact project in the Cards & Payments domain.
• Collaborative environment with senior stakeholders in the region.
• Competitive compensation and potential contract extension.

� Apply now if you are ready to drive innovation and growth in the Cards & Payments space

Our partner seeking an experienced Cards Portfolio Management Specialist to lead portfolio optimization initiatives and drive growth in activation, engagement, utilization, and spend.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze portfolio trends and develop strategies to improve activation, usage, and retention.
• Design and implement lifecycle campaigns, customer engagement programs, and balance build activities.
• Manage installment plan strategy, including design, sales strategy, and revenue optimization.
• Lead end-to-end campaign execution, segmentation, targeting, and offer personalization.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth rollout of campaigns and offers.
• Track and report on performance, ensuring timely execution of initiatives.

Mandatory Skills & Experience

• 8–10 years' experience in banking, payments, or consulting with a focus on credit card portfolio optimization.
• Strong knowledge of cards, cross-border payments, e-commerce, and merchant partnerships.
• Proven track record in campaign execution, customer segmentation, and performance analytics.
• Familiarity with cards P&L, revenue, loyalty programs, and campaign management is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred.
• Fluent in English (Arabic preferred).
• Strong analytical, leadership, and project management skills.

• 10+ years of experience in IT strategy, portfolio management, or enterprise architecture, ideally in banking
• Proven experience with portfolio tools (e.g., Clarity, ServiceNow, or similar)
• Experience in monitoring portfolio performance, risks, and ROI, with regular updates to senior leadership
• Excellent stakeholder management and strategic planning skills
• Fluency in Arabic & English languages

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
• PMP, MoP, or TOGAF certification is a plus

Arthur Lawrence is a management and technology consulting firm providing enterprise-wide business transformation and business applications implementation services. Our technical expertise and experience working with top companies help organizations develop winning strategies and cost-effective solutions.

We are an UN Women Empowerment Principal Signatory and certified by the National Minority Supplier Development Council.

• Winner of Entrepreneur 360 Award (2019)
• IAOP Award; Ranked in top 100 internationally
• Ranked within the Inc 5000 twice in 2016 and 2017 as one of America's fastest-growing companies
• Named one of the top ten fastest-growing businesses in Houston in 2016
• Ranked 25th in the HBJ Fast 100 Private Companies Award in 2017

We rely on seven core values: Education, Integrity, Value Creation, Collaboration, Best Client, Best People, and Stewardship. Adherence to these values has enabled us to achieve success beyond expectations.

Arthur Lawrence is urgently looking for a Senior Manager - Technology Strategy & Portfolio Management for a client in Riyadh, KSA. Kindly review the Job requirements below. Your immediate application will enable us to place you successfully.

• 10+ years of experience in IT strategy, portfolio management, or enterprise architecture, ideally in banking
• Proven experience with portfolio tools (e.g., Clarity, ServiceNow, or similar)
• Experienced in monitoring portfolio performance, risks, and ROI, providing regular updates to senior leadership
• Excellent stakeholder management and strategic planning skills
• Fluency in Arabic & English languages are required

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
• PMP, MoP, or TOGAF certification is a plus.

Arthur Lawrence is a management and technology consulting firm providing enterprise-wide business transformation and business applications implementation services. Our in-depth technical knowledge and broad experience of working with world-class companies enables organizations to leverage our capabilities in developing winning strategies and cost-effective solutions.

We are an UN Women Empowerment Principal Signatory and are certified from National Minority Supplier Development Council.

• Winner of Entrepreneur 360 Award (2019).
• IAOP Award; Ranked in top 100 internationally.
• Arthur Lawrence ranked within the Inc 5000 twice in 2016 and 2017 as one of the fastest growing companies of America.
• Named one of the top ten fastest growing businesses in Houston in 2016.
• Ranked 25th in the HBJ s Fast 100 Private Companies Award in 2017.

We rely on the seven core values that we believe enable us to deliver quality for our consultants and clients: Education, Integrity, Value Creation, Collaboration, Best Client, Best People and Stewardship.

Through strict adherence to these core values, we have achieved success beyond all documented forecasts and anticipation.

Experience Required: 5+ years

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Support Specialist with hands-on experience working on BNY Mellon’s Eagle Investment Systems , particularly the Eagle STAR, PACE, and ACCESS modules used for portfolio accounting, data management, and performance reporting . The ideal candidate will have supported the platform in banking or asset management environments, preferably with experience at Bank of America , BNY Mellon , or institutions using Eagle for middle- and back-office operations .

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day technical and functional support for the Eagle Platform including STAR, PACE, and Performance modules
• Troubleshoot and resolve user issues related to portfolio accounting, performance calculation, and reporting
• Act as a liaison between business users and technical teams for change requests, data corrections, and custom reports
• Monitor batch jobs, data feeds (security, pricing, transaction data), and system interfaces
• Work closely with front-office, middle-office, and operations teams to ensure accurate data processing and reporting
• Manage SLA-driven incident resolution and maintain support documentation
• Support data migrations, upgrades, and new release rollouts of Eagle components
• Engage in root cause analysis and implement preventive measures

Required Skills and Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in financial systems support, with a strong focus on Eagle Investment Systems
• Strong knowledge of portfolio management processes , NAV calculations , and financial instruments (equities, fixed income, derivatives)
• Prior work experience in Bank of America , BNY Mellon , or with asset managers using Eagle is highly preferred
• Proficient in SQL , ETL tools , and understanding of data architecture in financial environments
• Familiarity with upstream/downstream systems such as Bloomberg, Aladdin, or CRD is a plus
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills in English (Arabic is a plus)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Finance, or related field
• ITIL Foundation or similar certification in service management
• Prior experience working in a banking or asset management firm in the GCC is a bonus

Compensation:

Competitive salary aligned with market standards in Riyadh, based on experience and skill set. Visa sponsorship available for exceptional candidates.

Type: Full-time / Contract

Experience Required: 5+ years

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Support Specialist with hands-on experience working on BNY Mellon’s Eagle Investment Systems , particularly the Eagle STAR, PACE, and ACCESS modules used for portfolio accounting, data management, and performance reporting . The ideal candidate will have supported the platform in banking or asset management environments, preferably with experience at Bank of America , BNY Mellon , or institutions using Eagle for middle- and back-office operations .

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day technical and functional support for the Eagle Platform including STAR, PACE, and Performance modules
• Troubleshoot and resolve user issues related to portfolio accounting, performance calculation, and reporting
• Act as a liaison between business users and technical teams for change requests, data corrections, and custom reports
• Monitor batch jobs, data feeds (security, pricing, transaction data), and system interfaces
• Work closely with front-office, middle-office, and operations teams to ensure accurate data processing and reporting
• Manage SLA-driven incident resolution and maintain support documentation
• Support data migrations, upgrades, and new release rollouts of Eagle components
• Engage in root cause analysis and implement preventive measures

Required Skills and Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in financial systems support, with a strong focus on Eagle Investment Systems
• Strong knowledge of portfolio management processes , NAV calculations , and financial instruments (equities, fixed income, derivatives)
• Prior work experience in Bank of America , BNY Mellon , or with asset managers using Eagle is highly preferred
• Proficient in SQL , ETL tools , and understanding of data architecture in financial environments
• Familiarity with upstream/downstream systems such as Bloomberg, Aladdin, or CRD is a plus
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills in English (Arabic is a plus)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Finance, or related field
• ITIL Foundation or similar certification in service management
• Prior experience working in a banking or asset management firm in the GCC is a bonus

Experience Required: 5+ years

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Support Specialist with hands-on experience working on BNY Mellon’s Eagle Investment Systems , particularly the Eagle STAR, PACE, and ACCESS modules used for portfolio accounting, data management, and performance reporting . The ideal candidate will have supported the platform in banking or asset management environments, preferably with experience at Bank of America , BNY Mellon , or institutions using Eagle for middle- and back-office operations .

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day technical and functional support for the Eagle Platform including STAR, PACE, and Performance modules
• Troubleshoot and resolve user issues related to portfolio accounting, performance calculation, and reporting
• Act as a liaison between business users and technical teams for change requests, data corrections, and custom reports
• Monitor batch jobs, data feeds (security, pricing, transaction data), and system interfaces
• Work closely with front-office, middle-office, and operations teams to ensure accurate data processing and reporting
• Manage SLA-driven incident resolution and maintain support documentation
• Support data migrations, upgrades, and new release rollouts of Eagle components
• Engage in root cause analysis and implement preventive measures

Required Skills and Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in financial systems support, with a strong focus on Eagle Investment Systems
• Strong knowledge of portfolio management processes , NAV calculations , and financial instruments (equities, fixed income, derivatives)
• Prior work experience in Bank of America , BNY Mellon , or with asset managers using Eagle is highly preferred
• Proficient in SQL , ETL tools , and understanding of data architecture in financial environments
• Familiarity with upstream/downstream systems such as Bloomberg, Aladdin, or CRD is a plus
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills in English (Arabic is a plus)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Finance, or related field
• ITIL Foundation or similar certification in service management
• Prior experience working in a banking or asset management firm in the GCC is a bonus

Compensation:

Competitive salary aligned with market standards in Riyadh, based on experience and skill set. Visa sponsorship available for exceptional candidates.