Middle East Talent Management Senior Specialist

Who We Are

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What You'll Do

The BCG Middle East Implementation hub is made up of specialists affiliated with the Transform, People & Organization (POP), and Operations practice areas who focus on driving high-value Implementation work following strategy design phases executed by BCG. They work alongside and under the guidance of senior Consulting Team (CT) and Expert Consulting Team (ECT) colleagues to drive impact through Implementation work with clients.We are looking for a Talent Management Senior Specialist for our new Implementation team. You’ll be the first point of contact for all Staffing, Career Development, Flexibility, L&D and general HR topics for our Implementation team

in Riyadh.As part of Staffing, you’ll ensure that Implementation Specialists are optimally placed on projects, selecting candidates best to meet project needs and align with individual career aspirations as well. You will also work closely with the Implementation MDP, the ME Practice Area nodes for Transform, POP and OPS on their staffing requirements, keep track of their case pipeline, and ensure you find the best matches between cases and Implementation specialists. You’re the go-to person for all staffing requests which require implementation experience, you actively manage the utilization of your population, raise flags when metrics targets are not met, and balance utilization with other staffing requirements.You’ll be responsible for supporting career development processes for Implementation Specialists, and you will work closely with the respective Directors and Managers of the Transform, POP and OPS Practice Areas as well as the BCG Vantage CD team on this front. You will be involved in feedback collection, helping line managers prepare CD dossiers, and helping the Transform/POP/OPS leaders coordinate the bonus process as well as coordinate the promotion processes of the colleagues you support.In addition, you will work with the BCG Vantage L&D team to coordinate learning and development activities for the Implementation Specialists including tailored L&D solutions for the Implementation hub when needed.In your role as an Implementation Talent Management Senior Specialist, you will act as the link between the Middle East offices and the global BCG Vantage L&D team ensuring alignment on processes and policies and the overall support on people topics of the ME Implementation team.The Implementation hub is a partnership between BCG's Middle East business, BCG Vantage and Practice Areas and as a key interface role, you will coordinate these aspects in a calm and empathetic manner and with diplomatic skill.

YOU'RE GOOD AT

• Builds trusted relationships with senior stakeholders; applies strong service orientation and diplomacy to influence and manage expectations effectively.
• Approaches complex challenges with sound judgment and persistence; proactively proposes practical solutions and escalates issues when needed.
• Structures and prioritizes work effectively; adapts proactively to shifting demands and manages ambiguity with composure and focus.
• Collaborates purposefully across teams and networks; actively seeks opportunities to support others and enable collective success.
• Demonstrates adaptability, resilience, and a positive mindset; remains focused and solutions-driven even in high-pressure situations.
• Acts with integrity, discretion, and accountability; consistently applies policies and safeguards information with a strong sense of responsibility.
  
  

What You'll Bring

• Relevant bachelor’s degree plus 5–7 years of experience, ideally in a dynamic, global professional services environment
• Strong and confident communicator; fluent in English across both written and verbal interactions
• Advanced user of core business tools; highly proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and Windows
• Skilled in using data systems; independently runs reports and interprets key insights for stakeholders
• Brings a strong service mindset, highly responsive and attentive to stakeholders and team needs
• Demonstrates excellent organizational skills; manage tasks, timelines, and shifting priorities
• High attention to detail and resourcefulness; consistently produces accurate and high-quality outputs
• Collaborates effectively across teams; supports team goals and fosters a positive working environment
• Performs well in high-pressure, fast-paced settings; stays composed, focused, and solution-oriented
• Handles confidential information with integrity; demonstrates sound judgment and professionalism
  
  

Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.

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