Head of Administration and Property Management

A leading organization is seeking a highly experienced Head of Administration & Property Management to lead the strategic management of administration, corporate services, real estate, workplace, facilities, fleet, travel, and related support functions across HQ and nationwide operations.The role will provide strategic leadership to ensure operational excellence, cost efficiency, effective asset utilization, regulatory compliance, and an enhanced workplace experience. The position will act as a key advisor to senior leadership and drive transformation, governance, sustainability, and continuous improvement across the corporate services portfolio.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute the Administration and Corporate Services strategy in alignment with business objectives and growth plansLead the real estate and property portfolio, including leasing, acquisitions, renewals, disposals, relocations, workplace optimization, and major refurbishment projectsOversee facilities management and maintenance across company locations, ensuring operational continuity, asset reliability, safety, and regulatory complianceEstablish and oversee the fleet and transportation strategy, including utilization, lifecycle management, procurement, insurance, safety, and cost optimizationLead administration and workplace services, including reception, housekeeping, catering, office services, document management, and employee workplace experienceOversee corporate travel, events, executive support, conferences, and stakeholder engagement activities, ensuring high service standards and effective budget managementDevelop and manage operating and capital expenditure budgets, driving cost optimization, resource efficiency, strategic sourcing, and measurable value creationLead strategic vendor, supplier, and contract management, including major negotiations, service-level agreements, performance management, and risk mitigationEstablish robust governance, policies, controls, and compliance frameworks across administration, property, facilities, fleet, and corporate servicesIdentify and mitigate operational risks and contribute to business continuity, crisis management, and emergency response planningDrive digital transformation, process optimization, sustainability, and best-practice implementation across corporate servicesLead, develop, and build high-performing administration and corporate services teams, fostering accountability, innovation, collaboration, and service excellenceMaintain strong relationships with senior internal stakeholders, government authorities, landlords, developers, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and service providersQualifications & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Facilities Management, Real Estate, Logistics, or a related disciplineMBA or relevant Master's degree is preferred15+ years of progressive experience in Administration, Corporate Services, Facilities, Real Estate, Property Management, or related functions8-10+ years in senior leadership or department-head roles, managing multiple corporate services functionsProven experience managing large-scale real estate/property portfolios, facilities operations, fleet programs, and outsourced service providersStrong track record in strategic planning, transformation, operational excellence, cost optimization, and change managementFluency in English and Arabic, both spoken and writtenCore CompetenciesExecutive & Strategic LeadershipStrategic Thinking & Business AcumenReal Estate & Property ManagementFacilities & Workplace ManagementFinancial & Budget ManagementCost Optimization & Value CreationVendor & Contract ManagementNegotiation & Stakeholder ManagementGovernance, Risk & ComplianceChange & Transformation ManagementOperational ExcellenceDecision-Making & Problem SolvingTalent Development & Team Leadership