Country Director - KSA

Why London Business School

London Business School; a global and vibrant business community based in two of the world’s most dynamic cities, London and Dubai. It’s where extraordinary minds and diverse perspectives connect, to have a profound impact on the way the world does business and the way business impacts the world. We offer best in class hybrid learning to our students and participants, whilst creating a flexible, supportive and dynamic working environment for our people to excel in, whatever their location.

The Role

Are you ready to Lead the Future of Executive Education in Saudi Arabia with London Business School?

London Business School is thrilled to announce the expansion of our presence in the Middle East with the opening of a new office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This exciting development will enhance our engagement in Saudi Arabia and support the country's Vision 2030 objectives, around Human Capability and Leadership Development.

We require a Country Director for Executive Education to join our new office, where you will be the most senior representative of London Business School's Centre for Management Development Arabia. You will lead the local team, ensuring they are engaged, motivated, and operating effectively and efficiently. Your role will involve building substantial, enduring relationships with large and medium-sized organisations in Saudi Arabia and the wider region.

Main Responsibilities

• Ensure a sound understanding of client needs and design solutions that best meet these.
• Manage a client portfolio and lead business development activities to secure new business.
• Be accountable for the success of client relationships in Saudi Arabia and the profitability of solutions delivered.
• Qualify, pitch, win, contract, and mobilise agreed solutions with the team in Saudi Arabia and London.

Who we are looking for

• Professional qualification (MBA or Equivalent) or equivalent experience.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to develop and maintain client relationships at senior levels.
• Highly skilled in negotiation, networking, and influencing.
• Strong knowledge of the Saudi Arabian education landscape, corporate training market, and government initiatives (e.g., Vision 2030, HRDF, PIF programs).
• Proven ability to drive revenue growth, secure high-value partnerships, and lead market expansion.
• Established network within government entities, large corporations, and HR/L&D leaders in Saudi Arabia.
• Experience of consultative sales and developing solutions with demanding clients.

What you can expect from us

• Generous Annual leave allowance of 27 days per annum
• Housing Allowance
• Transportation Allowance
• Mobile Phone Allowance
• Private Medical Insurance
• End of Service Gratuity
• Emergency Leave for staff who have caring responsibilities for a family member, dependent or friend who is ill.
• Wellbeing offering to support your physical, mental and financial health
• Amazing range of professional development to support your career path

Our commitment to driving inclusion and belonging  

We are a globally reaching institution, committed to creating tangible and sustainable change in driving inclusion & belonging within our School, education and society at large.  We are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone in our community feels they belong and thrive. This is a key school priority, and we want everyone who joins LBS to feel respected, welcomed, and heard.

Candidates needing sponsorship should assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship by evaluating their circumstances against the relevant criteria before applying

Please note we start screening CVs and interviewing candidates from the start of a campaign. A successful candidate could progress to offer before the advertised closing date. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible if you are interested in any roles.