HR Change Management Consultant - Arabic Speaking

Engagement Type: Contract

We are seeking an experienced Change Manager / Senior Consultant (6–7+ years’ experience) to support large-scale transformation programmes within the public sector in Riyadh.

This is a delivery-led role (≈70% implementation / 30% documentation) focused on on-the-ground execution, stakeholder alignment, and embedding change within government and semi-government entities.

This role requires strong cultural fluency and the ability to operate effectively within public-sector governance environments.

• Lead on-the-ground implementation of transformation initiatives
• Translate strategy into practical execution roadmaps
• Manage stakeholder engagement across ministries, municipalities and public bodies
• Facilitate workshops, steering committees and executive briefings (Arabic & English)
• Identify change risks and implement mitigation plans
• Drive adoption across operational teams
• Track delivery milestones and performance metrics
• Produce structured but practical documentation (change plans, status reporting, adoption tracking)

• 6–8 years’ experience in consulting or transformation environments
• Demonstrated experience delivering change in public sector or government-linked entities
• Strong stakeholder management skills across senior leadership
• Experience working within Middle East government environments preferred
• Ability to work in Riyadh full-time (onsite presence required)
• Fluent Arabic (spoken & written) – mandatory
• Strong delivery mindset (not slide-focused)