Administrative Assistant
Posted: 4 days ago
Job Description
Work with persistence, precision and purpose as an administrative anchor of our MENA team.As an administrative assistant in Gallup’s Riyadh office, you’ll support the consultants and leaders shaping the future of our work across the Middle East and North Africa. You’ll take ownership of operational, logistical and client service responsibilities that keep our growing team running efficiently. Through your proactive support and relentless follow-up, you’ll help us exceed our goals and deliver exceptional experiences to our clients.What You’ll DoPerform reception, hospitality and office support duties including answering phones, guest relations, internal office events and wellbeing initiatives, mail and courier services, technical support request coordination, office cleanliness, and other administrative responsibilities as neededCoordinate travel arrangements and manage calendars for MENA regional leadersProcess and submit expenses for consulting and business development teamsSupport collections efforts by persistently following up on past-due paymentsScan accounting-related documentsAssist with accounts payable for vendors including initiating and setting up transactions on banking platformsCoordinate visa processing activities for Middle East associates, new hires and relocations including liaising with agents and Gallup’s legal teamOrganize client courses and events, print and ship related materials, and schedule follow-up coaching callsManage translations through vendors, proofread or edit translations, and handle smaller English and Arabic translation tasks internallyRegister Gallup on vendor and supplier platformsUpdate contact information in the CRM systemWho We WantService-oriented team members who take pride in helping others and supporting their team and clients with professionalism and careSophisticated communicators who are assertive and confident and who can naturally build rapport across diverse clients and colleaguesExceptional achievers who bring discipline, dependability and follow-through to every taskMaster multitaskers who stay organized and manage competing priorities flawlesslyProactive initiators who anticipate needs, take charge without being asked and commit to getting the job done rightWhat You NeedSaudi national status with at least three years of relevant professional experience requiredExperience processing work permits and visas requiredExperience processing government billing and transactions requiredProficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel requiredFluency in English and Arabic requiredA commitment to working on-site at Gallup’s office requiredWhat You’ll ExperienceMission-driven work: Make a meaningful difference in the world with your unique contributions, commitment to service and exceptional outcomes.An empowering culture: Collaborate with smart, passionate people who love what they do and welcome your ideas, perspectives and experiences.Learning and development: Grow in your career as we invest in what you do best, encourage curiosity, and create an environment where it’s safe — and expected — to challenge the status quo.Brand strength, startup energy: Thrive in an innovative environment backed by a trusted brand.A vibrant workplace: Enjoy working in our beautiful office in the stunning Al Faisaliah Tower.Learn more about life at Gallup.Gallup offers a robust benefits package that includes competitive pay; medical, life and critical illness insurance; a retirement savings program; an employee stock ownership program; mass transit reimbursement; family-building benefits; an employee assistance program; and various reimbursements and activities that enhance our associates’ wellbeing.To review Gallup’s Privacy Statement, please click this link: https://www.gallup.com/privacy. This privacy policy is meant to help you understand what information we collect, why we collect it, and how you can update, manage and delete your information. Your application and the information you provide will be processed and stored in the United States.Agencies: We are not partnering with agencies for this role, nor will we accept unsolicited résumés or be responsible for any fees or expenses related to such unsolicited résumés and/or applicants.
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