About the Opportunity

A technology and digital transformation consulting firm with active engagements across the GCC is seeking a senior Saudi financial services leader to serve as a Strategic Advisor to its growing Saudi Arabia practice.

The firm currently works with regulators and established financial institutions in the Kingdom and is expanding its presence across digital transformation, ecosystem partnerships, and financial services innovation initiatives.

This engagement is designed as a long-term advisory relationship focused on providing senior-level judgment, market insight, and strategic guidance rather than day-to-day operational involvement.

Position

Strategic Advisor – Saudi Financial Services

Location: Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Work Arrangement: Part-Time

Engagement Type: Advisory Retainer

Duration: Two-Year Horizon

Reporting Structure:

• Reports to CEO (United States)
• Collaborates closely with local Saudi Arabia delivery teams

Role Overview

The Strategic Advisor will provide senior-level guidance to client teams and leadership on the evolving Saudi financial services landscape.

The role is focused on helping the firm navigate regulatory developments, strengthen client relationships, align engagements with local market expectations, and support long-term growth within the Kingdom.

This is a relationship-driven advisory role intended for a highly experienced Saudi financial services executive who can contribute strategic insight and trusted counsel at the executive level.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Advisory

Provide guidance on:

• Saudi banking and financial services trends
• Fintech ecosystem developments
• Regulatory priorities and market direction
• Financial Sector Development Program initiatives
• Vision 2030 priorities

Advise leadership teams on evolving opportunities and risks within the Saudi market.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

Participate in selected executive-level client meetings

Provide Saudi market perspective during strategic discussions

Support relationship-building efforts with senior stakeholders across:

• Banks
• Asset managers
• Financial institutions
• Regulators
• Industry partners

Regulatory & Market Guidance

Advise on engagement structures that align with:

• Saudi commercial practices
• Regulatory expectations
• Local business culture

Provide insight into developments involving:

• Saudi Central Bank (SAMA)
• Capital Market Authority (CMA)

Talent & Ecosystem Development

Assist in identifying and evaluating local talent as projects scale

Support the firm's long-term ecosystem development efforts within the Kingdom

Provide introductions and guidance where appropriate

Ideal Candidate Profile

Saudi citizen with a distinguished career in:

• Banking
• Financial services
• Fintech
• Financial regulation

Experience gained within:

• Tier-1 Saudi banks
• Leading fintech organizations
• Senior positions within SAMA or CMA

Direct engagement with regulators and senior financial sector stakeholders is highly valued.

The ideal candidate is an accomplished executive who is no longer seeking a full-time operating role but remains interested in contributing expertise through a focused strategic advisory engagement.

Desired Qualities

Strong professional reputation within the Saudi financial sector

Established executive-level network across Riyadh and the broader Kingdom

Exceptional judgment and discretion

Strong understanding of regulatory and commercial dynamics

Ability to provide practical, experience-based strategic guidance

Comfortable operating in a collaborative advisory capacity

Candidate Note

This is a true advisory engagement rather than an operating executive role. The value sought is strategic judgment, market expertise, regulatory insight, and executive-level relationship management rather than day-to-day execution.

The estimated commitment of approximately two to three days per month makes this opportunity particularly attractive for portfolio executives, board members, former regulators, and retired or semi-retired financial services leaders seeking meaningful advisory work.

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