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The British Consulate General in Jeddah has a vacancy for a Corporate Services Manager (CSM) for a fixed-term contract for two (2) years.The jobholder will be responsible for the daily management of corporate services in Jeddah, covering HR, finance, estates, and transport. In this fast-paced role, the jobholder will lead on the management of the office and residential Estate with support from the Corporate Services Team (CST). They will also facilitate procurement and contracts at Post with support from the Head of HR, Finance, Policy, and Compliance based in Riyadh.Duties And ResponsibilitiesResponsible for HR, Finance, Transport, Estates, and Maintenance at Post in line with Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) rules, regulations, and guidelines, with guidance and support from the Director of Corporate Services (DCS) in Riyadh who has ultimate accountability for all areas.Ensure the estate is well maintained, including ensuring it meets Health & Safety (H&S) standards and is run efficiently and economically (i.e., securing value for money).Manage various existing/ new supplier relations to ensure value for money, quality, and timeliness of delivery.HR responsibility for all country based staff (CBS) at Post, including new starters.Coordinate the collation of VAT invoices with the Jeddah Corporate Services Team and provide additional information in a timely manner as requested by Riyadh Post VAT Officer.Manage the BCG building and the Estate of nine (9) villas and amenities.Close coordination between budget holding authorities in KSA Network for corporate, events, and visits.Cross-departmental work around key events as an operational lead.Work within a defined budget for repair and maintenance (R&M).Additional duties as requested by DCS and the Consul General.The jobholder will manage staff in: Corporate Services (x3), Transport (x4), and Technical Works (x3).The above list is not exhaustive, and the jobholder will be required to be flexible as specific responsibilities could change in the future and this would be at the discretion of the line manager. The job description may be reviewed to meet changes in business needs. The jobholder may also take on other ad hoc tasks as required, including participating in the Embassy’s emergency planning and any other response to a crisis.Key Behaviours RequiredManaging a Quality Service - Deliver service objectives with professional excellence, expertise, and efficiency, taking account of diverse customer needs.Delivering at Pace - Take responsibility for delivering timely and quality results with focus and drive.Changing and Improving - Seek out opportunities to create effective change and suggest innovative ideas for improvement. Review ways of working, including seeking and providing feedback.Communicating and Influencing - Communicate purpose and direction with clarity, integrity, and enthusiasm. Respect the needs, responses, and opinions of others.Eligibility The successful candidate must be able to secure a local residence and work permit in Saudi (iqama) OR already have the right to work and reside in Saudi. The British Consulate General provides visa sponsorship. The successful candidate will be required to transfer their visa under the Consulate General's sponsorship.
