Fragomen تعلن عن وظيفة أخصائي تعليم واستشارات أول في الرياض

Job Description

Contract: Permanent

Team: Fragomen Knowledge Group, Learning & Advisory Hub

Office Location: Saudi Arabia - Riyadh or Al Khobar

The role

The Senior Learning & Advisory Specialist will contribute to the delivery and continued development of knowledge management, business advisory and government advisory work across the MENA region. This role will involve delivering consulting and advisory services and facilitating both internal and external knowledge-sharing sessions.

The role covers the entire Middle East and North Africa region. You will work closely with Subject Matter Experts across Fragomen to obtain, provide and validate information, particularly in relation to the practical implementation of immigration, labour and other relevant regulations. You will also collaborate with other internal teams, external stakeholders and, where appropriate, government authorities to ensure that the information and advice provided by the firm is accurate, practical and timely.

In addition to knowledge management responsibilities, you will draft thought-leadership and other content, contribute to business and government advisory projects, support business development and marketing initiatives, and represent the team at selected conferences, meetings and other external engagements. The role will also include administrative responsibilities associated with the effective operation of the team.

What Your Day Will Look Like

• Draft, edit, update and publish content on immigration, mobility and other areas of regional regulatory framework and practice.
• Research applicable regulatory frameworks and monitor legislative, policy and procedural developments across the MENA region.
• Work closely with Subject Matter Experts to obtain, provide and validate information, particularly regarding the practical implementation of regulatory requirements and government processes.
• Conduct regular quality-control reviews of content, products and processes to maintain accuracy, consistency and operational efficiency.
• Conduct strategic analysis of regulatory frameworks across the MENA region, including preparing international benchmarking studies, current-state assessments, topic-specific reports, policy papers and white papers.
• Contribute to business advisory projects, including compliance reviews and audits, policy drafting and review, multijurisdictional assessments, workforce mobility projects and client training.
• Contribute to government advisory projects, including legislative and policy analysis, international benchmarking, stakeholder engagement, procedural assessments and the preparation of recommendations and supporting reports.
• Work with digital tools and proprietary systems to update, review, manage and store information efficiently in support of Fragomen and its clients.
• Assist with the preparation and delivery of client and internal presentations, training programmes and knowledge-sharing sessions, both virtually and in person.
• Draft thought-leadership materials, client communications, articles, blogs, presentations and other content, as required.
• Support business development activities, including identifying opportunities, contributing to proposals and responding to requests for information or tender submissions.
• Participate in marketing initiatives and represent the team at selected conferences, client meetings, government meetings and other external engagements.
• Coordinate with internal and external teams across different workstreams, ensuring that dependencies, responsibilities and deadlines are clearly understood and managed.
• Prepare meeting agendas and minutes, document agreed actions, and contribute to the development and maintenance of project plans and implementation roadmaps.
• Support the successful delivery of projects by coordinating activities, monitoring progress, identifying potential issues and helping ensure that agreed deliverables and deadlines are met.
• Maintain accurate time records and up-to-date project, matter and activity tracking.
• Undertake administrative responsibilities required for the effective operation of the team.
• Carry out other responsibilities consistent with the role and the evolving needs of the MENA Learning & Advisory team and the Fragomen Knowledge Group.
  
  

The team

The MENA Learning & Advisory Hub is a specialized, regionally based team operating as part of the broader Fragomen Knowledge Group. The team works closely with Fragomen’s practices and Subject Matter Experts across the MENA region, as well as with colleagues from the Knowledge Group, on shared initiatives, content development and cross-regional projects. At the same time, it has the flexibility to respond directly to regional priorities and provide tailored support to internal teams, clients and government stakeholders.

The team’s work is organized around three principal areas:

• Knowledge Management and Awareness: Monitoring regulatory and procedural developments, preparing client notifications and thought-leadership content, and maintaining knowledge resources, data tools and other products that help Fragomen and its clients remain informed and compliant.
• Business Advisory: Providing tailored advice on immigration compliance and mobility strategy, including immigration audits and health checks, policy drafting and review, customized training, multijurisdictional analysis, corporate restructuring support and crisis-related guidance.
• Government Advisory: Supporting public-sector stakeholders through legislative and policy analysis, international benchmarking, current-state and procedural assessments, stakeholder engagement, policy development and strategic advice on immigration, labour mobility and workforce nationalization.
  
  

The team combines regional knowledge, practical experience and strategic analysis to translate complex regulatory developments into clear, actionable information and advice.

Essential Criteria

What we are looking for

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in law, public policy, international relations, political science or another relevant discipline.
• At least five years of relevant experience in legal or regulatory research, content development, knowledge management, consulting or advisory work.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English. Working proficiency in Arabic is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to research and analyze legislation, policy and government procedures and translate findings into practical, actionable intelligence.
• Experience drafting professional reports, client communications, presentations or thought-leadership content.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a disciplined approach to drafting, editing and quality control.
• Strong organizational and project-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and respond effectively to urgent requests.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Subject Matter Experts, senior stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams across different jurisdictions.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment and deliver results with minimal supervision.
• Experience using Microsoft 365 applications, including SharePoint, and the ability to work confidently with proprietary knowledge and information-management systems.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
• Confidence in preparing and delivering presentations, training or knowledge-sharing sessions, both virtually and in person.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience in immigration, labour, employment, public policy or a related regulatory field.
• Experience contributing to consulting, business advisory or government advisory projects.
• Experience supervising, coaching or supporting the development of junior team members.
• Experience with business development, proposal drafting, tender responses or client relationship support.
• Experience working with data, dashboards, regulatory trackers or other knowledge-management tools.
  
  

What we offer

A career at Fragomen will provide you with the opportunity to work in an exciting environment for a broad range of clients, where no two days will be the same. You will face interesting challenges and work with dedicated, friendly and ambitious people, with exceptional client service at the core of everything we do. We are extremely proud of our diverse workforce and are fully committed to providing equal opportunities.

Benefits

At Fragomen, we value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being and professional growth. Our Saudi Arabia offering includes:

• Competitive salary: A salary reflecting your skills and experience.
• Health and wellness: Private medical insurance, including dental coverage, and complimentary Headspace membership.
• Lifestyle and family support: Ticket allowance, advance housing policy and children’s education policy.
• Time away from work: 22 days of annual leave, in addition to public holidays, volunteering leave and long-service leave.
• Professional development: Access to our e-learning platform, mentoring schemes and training bursaries, where applicable.
  
  

What to expect

Once you have submitted your application, our Talent Acquisition team will review your skills and experience. If these match the requirements of the position, a member of the team will contact you to schedule an initial phone call.

If shortlisted, you will be invited to participate in our interview process, which will consist of at least two stages, one of which will be conducted in person. You may also be required to complete a written assessment.

Following the interviews, we will carefully evaluate all candidates and make our final decision. You will be notified of the outcome and provided with feedback.

At Fragomen, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace for all applicants and employees. If you require any specific accommodations or support during the interview process, please let us know. We will consider what reasonable adjustments may be made to meet your needs.

Who We Are

At Fragomen, we are more than a global immigration services provider - we are pioneers shaping the future of mobility. With a passion for navigating the complexities of immigration, we help individuals and businesses transcend borders and unlock opportunities around the world.

As a diverse, forward-thinking global business, we combine deep expertise with innovative technology to develop solutions that simplify immigration processes and contribute to our clients’ strategic success. Whether assisting multinational companies or helping individuals begin new chapters in their lives, we are driven by the belief that global movement is key to unlocking a world of possibilities.

We are proud of our team spirit, which is reflected in how we work and everything we do. Our Responsible Business Practices prioritize Fragomen’s social responsibility through a cohesive strategy covering five key areas: Well-being; Diversity, Equity and Inclusion; Corporate Social Responsibility; Pro Bono; and Sustainability. These initiatives provide opportunities for everyone at Fragomen to feel included, get involved and help shape meaningful activities.

Fragomen is committed to promoting diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, heritage, gender, age, religion or disability.

All offers and/or employment contracts are contingent upon the successful completion of the Firm’s pre-employment screening process. This process may include verifying the candidate’s identity, confirming legal authorization to work in the offered position’s location, and conducting a comprehensive background check, where permitted by local regulations. We use limited AI‑assisted tools for administrative screening purposes only - never for decision‑making. All hiring decisions are made by people. Applicants may have rights to information and explanations regarding the use of such tools, or request human review, as required by applicable regional laws.