6 Team Leadership jobs in Riyadh

Overview

Principal - Assessment & Succession / Leadership Development

Imagine an organisation united behind a bold purpose. Where everyone feels empowered and supported. Where leaders are inspiring and authentic, and human potential explodes with possibility. An organisation that is as strong, creative, and energetic as its people. At Korn Ferry, a global consulting firm, we call this a ‘radically human’ organisation and it is our mission to support our clients as they realise themselves as radically human organisations.

Our approach focuses on helping clients close their ‘potential gap’ – that is, the distance between where their talent is today and where it needs to be to drive superior and sustainable growth. We work with organisations to design their structures, roles, and responsibilities. We help them hire the right people to bring their strategy to life. And we advise them on how to reward, develop, and motivate and excite their people. Our 8,600 colleagues serve clients in more than 50 countries. To do so, Korn Ferry’s consulting practices are organised into five core areas:

• Assessment & succession
• Total rewards
• Talent acquisition

Visit kornferry.com for more information.

Key values and beliefs

At Korn Ferry, we strongly believe people are at the heart of organisational success. As a people-oriented organisation, we emphasise values that are ‘radically human’:

• Inclusion: We embrace people with different points of view, from all backgrounds. And we think and work as one team.
• Honesty: We say what we mean and do what we say. We hold ourselves to the highest standards. And we make it safe for people to speak out when they see something wrong.
• Knowledge: we are insatiably curious, always learning new things. And we actively help our colleagues grow and develop, too, with mentoring and support.
• Performance: we never settle for the status quo. We always strive to be better today than we were yesterday and do our best for our clients, colleagues, and shareholders.

Assessment & Succession (A&S)

Using world-class assessment tools, intellectual property, research and benchmarks, Korn Ferry A&S provides organisations with deep insights into their talent to help answer these questions:

• What leadership and talent do they need? We can define the talent organisations need by creating research-based customised predictive Success Profiles that identify the vital leadership attributes needed for success in a role, given the organisational culture and strategy.
• What leadership and talent do they have? We use world-class tools to assess organisations’ talent for Performance, Potential, Readiness or Fit and we also employ a research-based talent review process to identify the type of talent organisations have.
• How do they close the gap? We use insights driven by analytics to help organisations create paths of actions and thus, close the gaps.

Our A&S solutions combine high touch, in-depth, personalised solutions for executives, with higher tech, scalable and global solutions for higher volume. By doing so we are able to support and facilitate enterprise-wide change and transformation.

POSITION SUMMARY & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Principal consultant will work closely with colleagues to design and deliver complex, customised and multi work-stream solutions that meet and exceed client expectations, leveraging Korn Ferry’s A&S offerings and capabilities to deliver transformation through people. At this level, business development and client relationship management feature as an important focus of the role in addition to delivery. Individuals may major on either delivery or business development, or indeed have a mixed portfolio. Regardless of major, individuals will contribute to bids, and manage/lead relationships and/or projects of considerable complexity.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and manage effective client relationships either as a member of an account team or by directly managing accounts.
• Lead analysis and interpretation on client and sector business / performance issues with a view to identifying possible opportunities.
• Contribute to winning new business by opportunity spotting in clients, proposal writing, pricing, shaping opportunities, pitch preparation and presentation.
• Leverage the full breadth and depth of KF’s assets and IP (including digital products and toolsets, methodologies, research and benchmarks) to creatively shape solutions in response to specific client needs.
• Contribute to key accounts by project managing work streams and/or leading project delivery teams by defining scope, objectives and project management structures whilst ensuring a constant focus on outcomes, value and impact. Projects may span multiple service lines and often involve managing multiple consultants from other offices / countries.
• Work in close collaboration with Digital Product colleagues to scope, shape, and deliver digitally enabled solutions – enabling assessment insights to be generated at scale in support of client transformation and development agendas.
• Deliver core A&S services as a practitioner – assessing executives (through interviews, business simulations and other methodologies), providing feedback coaching to support client participant development, and facilitating client talent review discussions.
• Leverage the extensive experience of internal KF industry or practice experts to bring the best thinking and global expertise to the client.
• Contribute to thought leadership and/or research. Speak at local or national events about talent and organisational topics to enhance the KF brand. Develop relationships with industry and thought leaders externally to increase the awareness and prestige of KF.
• Support less experienced consultants through mentoring and project-based development and coaching.
• Develop deeper expertise in Assessment & Succession, and become conversant in all Korn Ferry Advisory offerings to facilitate and challenge client thinking and deliver broad solutions that enable transformation through both structural and behavioural change.
• Continue to deepen and broaden own consulting skills, business or sector understanding and expertise.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• Typically, a relevant higher (Master’s or Doctorate) degree plus relevant work experience in a consultancy and/or a client HR function. Alternatively, significant work experience in a top tier professional services firm.
• Must have passion for the application of assessments and behavioural diagnostics as part of talent management practices, succession planning, or broader transformation efforts.
• Experience planning and managing programmes and workstreams that deliver organisation change – preferably through interventions that are focused on driving behavioural and capability based insights.
• Has established credentials in own major discipline in the topics Leadership Assessments, Succession and Talent Management and is able to work independently to apply all core/standard methods and tools within that defined discipline to address client needs.
• Experience using assessment tools and methodologies including cognitive, behavioral and personality assessments, multi-rater tools/feedback, behavioural interviewing, business simulations, feedback, development planning and coaching. Certifications valued.
• Has developed and maintains a general knowledge of clients and industries to understand the basic drivers of business effectiveness and typical business models. Maintain knowledge of current and future trends and challenges in HR topics

About Noon:

Noon Academy is the leading edtech platform in the Middle East, with over 12 million students and teachers using our app to learn, teach, and collaborate. We have recently raised $41 million in Series B funding to expand our reach and impact in the region and beyond. We are on a mission to transform the physical classroom experience by introducing our highly engaging social, group-based learning and AI to make learning fun and improve learning efficacy. Our ultimate goal is to provide access to the best teachers to every student even if that teacher is only available virtually. We believe we can do this if we blend AI, peer-to-peer learning, and a carefully designed physical space.

Hear it directly from our CEO and co-founder: this

Office: This role is full-time and Riyadh-based.

About the role:

This is a critical leadership role and you'll be leading the development of the learning approach for the Noon’s newly invented hybrid experience.

Your role will be a perfect blend of data-driven strategy andLeading a team to engage teachers in professional development to improve content, delivery, planning & pedagogical practices in a hybrid environmentyou'll be a champion for our students.

What you’ll do:

• Architecting and continuously enhancing an AI-driven and hybrid learning ecosystem that measurably outpaces traditional education, backed by tangible gains in student achievement data
• Introducing thought-leadership on best learning practices in Noon’s hybrid learning environment
• Leading team to engage teachers in professional development to improve content, delivery, planning & pedagogical practices in a hybrid environment.
• Elicit feedback from students to continuously improve the learning process challenges, and successes, using these insights to drive continuous improvement of the learning ecosystem
• Supporting in evaluating the impact and outcomes of your solutions and iterating based on feedback and data.
• Collaborating with product managers, engineers, designers, and business operations leads to turning insights into hypotheses and translating them to make product and learning enhancements and deliver measurable impact for our students.
• Responsible for the “education strategy”, curriculum design, and content development operations

Your expertise?

• At least a bachelor’s degree ideally from a top-tier and well reputed university
• Strong understanding of learning principles, pedagogical practices and data-driven educational approaches
• Previous experience in an educational role, e.g. teaching, school administration, instructional / learning design, curriculum / content development, training, etc. will be preferred
• Proven ability to communicate complex educational and technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects
• Fluent in English and Arabic
• Highly emotionally intelligent - can quickly bond with stakeholders, e.g. teachers and gain their trust
• Has a lot of drive - energy+determination to achieve something with barriers in the way and in unfamiliar territory
• Passionate about technology and consumer-facing products, and can demonstrate that through personal projects or work experience.
• Proficient in using various tools and techniques to tell stories: sketches, videos, presentations, written documents.
• (Preferred) Experienced working in international team settings

About the Benefits

In addition to a competitive base salary, we offer

• 21 days annual leave
• Full premium Medical coverage including Family Dependent
• Income Protection and Life Assurance to help you to protect your future

Why work at Noon?

• Solving the Biggest Problem in Education: We’re addressing the most important and challenging issue in the sector—scaling star teachers and making learning fun.
• Innovation at a Global Scale: Noon leads in edtech innovation; we are not a copycat. We pioneer new ways to deliver world-class education.
• Solid Financial Footing: We have turned profitable and we’re well-funded.
• International Exposure: Join a dynamic, internationally diverse team that encourages personal development.
• Mission & Values Driven: We aim to provide equitable access to world-class education.

If you are excited about shaping the future of education in Saudi and think you are the right fit for this opportunity, apply through the job link We look forward to reviewing your application and exploring how you can contribute to Noon’s mission!"

About Noon:

Noon Academy is the leading edtech platform in the Middle East, with over 12 million students and teachers using our app to learn, teach, and collaborate. We have recently raised $41 million in Series B funding to expand our reach and impact in the region and beyond. We are on a mission to transform the physical classroom experience by introducing our highly engaging social, group-based learning and AI to make learning fun and improve learning efficacy. Our ultimate goal is to provide access to the best teachers to every student even if that teacher is only available virtually. We believe we can do this if we blend AI, peer-to-peer learning, and a carefully designed physical space.

Hear it directly from our CEO and co-founder: this

Office: This role is full-time and Riyadh-based.

About the role:

This is a critical leadership role and you'll be leading the development of the learning approach for the Noon's newly invented hybrid experience.

Your role will be a perfect blend of data-driven strategy andLeading a team to engage teachers in professional development to improve content, delivery, planning & pedagogical practices in a hybrid environmentyou'll be a champion for our students.

What you'll do:

• Architecting and continuously enhancing an AI-driven and hybrid learning ecosystem that measurably outpaces traditional education, backed by tangible gains in student achievement data
• Introducing thought-leadership on best learning practices in Noon's hybrid learning environment
• Leading team to engage teachers in professional development to improve content, delivery, planning & pedagogical practices in a hybrid environment.
• Elicit feedback from students to continuously improve the learning process challenges, and successes, using these insights to drive continuous improvement of the learning ecosystem
• Supporting in evaluating the impact and outcomes of your solutions and iterating based on feedback and data.
• Collaborating with product managers, engineers, designers, and business operations leads to turning insights into hypotheses and translating them to make product and learning enhancements and deliver measurable impact for our students.
• Responsible for the "education strategy", curriculum design, and content development operations

Your expertise?

• At least a bachelor's degree ideally from a top-tier and well reputed university
• Strong understanding of learning principles, pedagogical practices and data-driven educational approaches
• Previous experience in an educational role, e.g. teaching, school administration, instructional / learning design, curriculum / content development, training, etc. will be preferred
• Proven ability to communicate complex educational and technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects
• Fluent in English and Arabic
• Highly emotionally intelligent - can quickly bond with stakeholders, e.g. teachers and gain their trust
• Has a lot of drive - energy+determination to achieve something with barriers in the way and in unfamiliar territory
• Passionate about technology and consumer-facing products, and can demonstrate that through personal projects or work experience.
• Proficient in using various tools and techniques to tell stories: sketches, videos, presentations, written documents.
• (Preferred) Experienced working in international team settings

About the Benefits

In addition to a competitive base salary, we offer

• 21 days annual leave
• Full premium Medical coverage including Family Dependent
• Income Protection and Life Assurance to help you to protect your future

Why work at Noon?

• Solving the Biggest Problem in Education: We're addressing the most important and challenging issue in the sector-scaling star teachers and making learning fun.
• Innovation at a Global Scale: Noon leads in edtech innovation; we are not a copycat. We pioneer new ways to deliver world-class education.
• Solid Financial Footing: We have turned profitable and we're well-funded.
• International Exposure: Join a dynamic, internationally diverse team that encourages personal development.
• Mission & Values Driven: We aim to provide equitable access to world-class education.

If you are excited about shaping the future of education in Saudi and think you are the right fit for this opportunity, apply through the job link We look forward to reviewing your application and exploring how you can contribute to Noon's mission!"

This is a government organisation exploring a broad range of new strategic initiatives for Abu Dhabi to create a lasting impact.

• Contribute to the design and execution of high-impact, cross-sector initiatives within Abu Dhabi's government ecosystem
• Lead in-depth research and stakeholder engagement to develop clear, actionable strategies
• Collaborate with in-house design teams to prototype and test innovative concepts
• Produce thought leadership that shapes strategic direction and drives future-oriented thinking
• Work across multidisciplinary teams to deliver human-centred, context-specific solutions
• Promote a culture of wellbeing, agility, and continuous improvement within the team

• 6-10 years of experience in strategy consulting, think tanks, innovation hubs, or senior government advisory roles
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Demonstrated ability to deliver innovative, high-impact outcomes
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving results in fast-paced, high-stakes environments
• Hands-on, adaptable, and motivated by purpose-driven work

This is a government organisation exploring a broad range of new strategic initiatives for Abu Dhabi to create a lasting impact.

• Contribute to the design and execution of high-impact, cross-sector initiatives within Abu Dhabi's government ecosystem
• Lead in-depth research and stakeholder engagement to develop clear, actionable strategies
• Collaborate with in-house design teams to prototype and test innovative concepts
• Produce thought leadership that shapes strategic direction and drives future-oriented thinking
• Work across multidisciplinary teams to deliver human-centred, context-specific solutions
• Promote a culture of wellbeing, agility, and continuous improvement within the team

• 6-10 years of experience in strategy consulting, think tanks, innovation hubs, or senior government advisory roles
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Demonstrated ability to deliver innovative, high-impact outcomes
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving results in fast-paced, high-stakes environments
• Hands-on, adaptable, and motivated by purpose-driven work