About us
We spark the imagination Changing the way people think, feel and act
Overview
Imagination is the design and experience partner to the transformative nations and brands of the Middle East. From designing entertainment destinations and visitor centres to defining new business models in the experience economy. We are Imagination, and we thrive on Independent Creativity.
We are looking for a Manager to grow our Consulting & Destinations offer in the region for clients who seek to succeed in the experience economy, spanning entertainment, culture, airports, tourism, leisure, hospitality and beyond. You will work on managing Consulting & Destinations Projects as well as Business Development – forming part of a dynamic, diverse team that comprises Strategy, Design and Project specialists.
You will be working in a hybrid environment that requires both Consulting-type expertise with the flexibility of Creative Agencies, being part of projects ranging from pre-concept development of giga destinations to implementation of business initiatives – being part of a growing team that aims for excellence in delivery across every client and partner we work with.
Detailed responsibilities:
- Account & Project Management for Consulting & Destinations Projects
- Managing client relationships and communications
- Managing the end to end process – with client and internally
- Managing overall budgets and timelines – with client and internally
- Presenting key deliverables to the client alongside wider team
- Presenting client data/information to internal teams to aid understanding
- Input into the Strategy, Creative/Design work with the team
- Client Relationship Management and New Business
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and be the main point of contact for clients, understanding their needs and challenges.
- Work closely with the Client Services Directors to identify new business opportunities and develop client partnerships.
- Planning, scoping and writing RFP responses
- Supporting the Consulting & Destinations team
- Owning the documentation for the department including Go To Market tools and materials
- Liaison with Partners network & contacts management
- Liaison with Expert supplier network & contacts management
- Analysis & Reporting for Consulting & Destinations team
Experience and skills required
- Able to work in Riyadh and travel regionally essential
- Minimum 3 years as a Consultant or Project Manager (Tier 1 or Tier 2 consultancies)
- Fluent Arabic speaking and writing essential (Saudi National not essential but preferred)
- Fluent English speaking and writing essential
- Degree-level education essential
- Strong organisation skills
- Strong communication skills
- Strong presentation skills
- Strong relationship building skills
- Attention to detail – whether it’s words or numbers
- Flexibility, agility and eagerness to learn quickly are essential qualities
Benefits and perks offered
- Comprehensive paid time off benefits
- Hybrid work model, where our team comes into the office a minimum of 3 days per week
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Public profile and exposure increase as a thought leader and prominent talent for the office, featured in publications and as a panellist, speaker and judge in select events
- Monthly breakfasts and monthly social sessions
- Select educational support for growth and upskilling
WHAT MAKES US, US
Residency Requirements
Imagination believes that diversity, equity and inclusion are more than just words, and more than a legal framework or a moral obligation – they are guiding principles that, when acted upon, make us stronger, more innovative and more creative as an organisation.
We commit to not only significantly increasing our efforts to effect change today, but also to ensure that our efforts will be sustained for the long-term.
To support us on this journey we have appointed a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Board to help shape our plans to bring about positive change, to help us learn and keep us all moving forward together.
We believe the responsibility for a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace ultimately rests with all of us.
We believe that all employees should feel a sense of belonging at Imagination – regardless of their race, religion or belief, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability or background.
We believe racism has no place within our workplace or our work culture and we reject all forms of hatred, prejudice, intolerance and discrimination.
We believe that Black Lives Matter and it is our expectation that all employees become actively committed to making unbiased choices and are anti-racist in everything they do. Our Imagination community must share and live these beliefs, as diversity makes us stronger.
Our priority is humanity and our efforts towards a more diverse, more equitable and more inclusive workplace are never done.
Application
If you are not a perfect fit for the description above, please feel free to make a case for why you’re the right person for the job.
Send us a cover letter and state why you think we should consider you.
Talent comes in all forms and we want to encourage applications from as many different backgrounds as possible.
