Summary
NEOM is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to lead corporate operations across Human Capital, Procurement, Technology, Facilities and Corporate Services. The role covers operating models, governance, performance, budgets, risk management and cross-functional execution aligned with the CEO’s strategy. Applicants need a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year university or a closely related field and at least 14 years of experience in corporate functions or services at a large organization, or in real estate or development companies.
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Provides strategic leadership and operational excellence across all corporate functions, ensuring seamless integration of Technology, Human Capital, Procurement, and Facilities & Corporate Services to drive organizational performance and long‑term value creation. --- Lead the overall strategy and execution of all corporate operations to ensure alignment with NEOM priorities and long‑term objectives. Drive integrated operating models, governance frameworks, and performance systems that enhance efficiency, service quality, and organizational agility. Oversee enterprise Human Capital strategy, workforce planning, talent development, and delivery of high‑quality HR operations. Ensure strong employee experience, culture-building initiatives, and people analytics to support executive decision-making. Lead procurement strategy and operations to deliver value, cost efficiency, ethical sourcing, and robust supplier governance. Oversee category strategies, supplier partnerships, contract management, and supply chain risk mitigation. Lead corporate technology strategy, digital architecture, and IT operations to enable scalability and business continuity. Drive modernization of enterprise systems, data governance, and adoption of innovative digital solutions. Oversee facilities and corporate services operations to ensure safe, efficient, sustainable, and high-performing workplaces. Strengthen enterprise governance, risk management, compliance, and cross-functional collaboration while building a high-performing leadership culture. Oversee the translation of the CEO's vision and strategy into functional strategies and operational roadmaps. Oversee the performance of major functions or sectors to ensure strategic alignment and execution excellence. Oversee the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and governance frameworks within their domains. Oversee cross-functional integration and coordination to ensure synergies across departments and business units. Oversee financial planning, resource allocation, and budgetary discipline within their respective areas. Oversee risk identification and mitigation measures within strategic and operational programs Oversee the monitoring of key performance indicators to drive accountability and continuous improvement. Oversee stakeholder engagement relevant to their sectors, including regulators, partners, and institutional peers. Oversee the development and empowerment of middle and operational management to build internal leadership pipelines. Oversee the adoption of innovation, digital transformation, and best practices to enhance organizational capability Oversee the culture, values, and leadership behaviors across their functions to reinforce organizational integrity and excellence. A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year university or a closely related field is required. Minimum of 14 years' experience in corporate functions/services for big-size organization or Real Estate and Devco. organizations. The role requires deep knowledge, strong skills, and solid qualifications, including the following: Corporate Strategy & Operating Models Human Capital & Workforce Planning Procurement & Supply Chain Management Digital & Technology Facilities & Corporate Services Enterprise Governance, Risk & Compliance | | Proficiency Level | TBD | TBD Technical | TBD | TBD Disclaimer The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Accordingly, there is no way this Job Description states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as necessary --- SIGN-OFF ---