Tahaluf is rewriting the events playbook. Its purpose is transformational, its DNA digital, and its ambition unprecedented. Over the next 12 months Tahaluf will scale to further increase its lead as the largest B2B Live and On Demand Events organiser in Saudi Arabia: by SQM, Attendance, Colleagues and Revenue.
To scale at this pace requires impeccable local partners, and Tahaluf is proud to enjoy the support and partnership of several Gov and Non Gov Organisations that are at the apex of Saudi’s B2B and B2C large scale events scene. In fact, our partners don’t just support the expansion of live events in the Kingdom; they’re also the partner of choice for heavyweights like Apple, Amazon and AliBaba.
Be part of something BIG!
Building on the success of record-breaking tech event LEAP, which grew to be the world’s largest tech event globally in terms of attendee numbers in just its second edition, and award-winning cyber-security event Black Hat, Tahaluf is bringing iconic Informa brands to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, including CPHI, Cityscape Global, which celebrated record-breaking participation at its debut Saudi edition in October.
Be part of an ambitious and highly committed team, who aren’t afraid to push boundaries and disrupt the status quo. Be ready to be thrown in at the deep end, taking on large-scale projects from day one, under the guidance of a supportive leadership team who will encourage your personal development and offer you new opportunities.
Job Description
We are building awe-inspiring experiences. We are launching award-winning brands. And we are scaling faster than any event organiser in history. Take a leap with Tahaluf, we are offering you the chance to:
Work within a highly dynamic business with the energy and style of a start-up
Be part of building a business that is launching new products and events at scale
Grab an opportunity to accelerate your career and make a real impact.
Take a lead in developing the next generation of extraordinary leaders in the events industry in Saudi Arabia.
Tahaluf is committed to supporting the development and career growth of our colleagues and addressing future focused capability needs. We are looking for a Graduate Development Manager to manage our Graduate Development Programme, enabling Tahaluf to inspire, nurture and develop the next generation of talent in the Kingdom of Saudia Arabia. Launched in 2024 with 8 graduates, the programme has grown exponentially- gaining attraction across with Kingdom with 20,000 applications for the 2025 cycle leading to 20 offers made to young Saudis interested in working at Tahaluf.
Key to this role is ownership and management of the full annual graduate development programme, with accountability for its success. The role will report into the Head of the Training Academy and work closely with the senior management team, Tahaluf’s HR, and Talent Acquisition teams, as well as other stakeholders across the business team to always ensure we are creating an engaging and relevant experience for our graduates and any future apprenticeship programmes.
The Graduate Development Programme Manager will have the support of the Academy coordinator and Learning and Development Manager to ensure our programme offering is robust, structured and engaging.
Key Responsibilities:
You will own, develop, and manage the company-wide annual graduate training programme (and any future apprenticeship programme), end to end, from induction to graduation, including designing the end of year assessment.
Lead on the annual recruitment and selection process of talented graduates according to the business demands, working closely with the talent acquisition and HR teams to improve the process, year on year as well as designing and delivering an assessment day as part of the final selection of graduates.
Develop strong relationships with the top universities in Riyadh / Kingdom of Saudia Arabia.
Act as a mentor and central point of contact for all graduates attending the programme, organising their rotations, solving any problems, and ensuring that they have an excellent positive learning experience.
Work closely with stakeholders within each of the Portfolios/Events where graduates will participate in placements; evolving the programme as needed, always ensuring all graduates experience a great ‘on-the-job’ learning experience.
Lead the development and delivery of graduate rotations and training programmes, including producing and maintaining training packs/materials, scheduling sessions, and managing all the associated administration of the Programme etc.
Monitoring performance and wellbeing of graduates and providing feedback to all graduates at regular intervals. Supporting line managers and graduates throughout this process.
Lead on building a strong and cohesive graduate community, creating regular opportunities to learn and network together.
Planning and workshops and speaker events. Including the end of year graduate ceremony.
Build a Tahaluf GDP alumni network, leveraging former graduates to actively participate in the programme ever year.
Manage all third-party suppliers relating to Graduate Development Programme- select, conceptualise, build, and maintain high impact relationships.
Track, measure, and report progress on the Graduate Development, and specifically track the progression of graduate's performance to support the business in making hiring decisions with regards to the graduates
Partner and network with Informa Group’s Early Careers lead to build relationships with other graduates across the Informa Group, as well as liaise on the creative development of the scheme, where appropriate
Take ownership of all Graduate Development Programme marketing collateral, web pages and training material
Plan, manage, and participate in international exchange program
Track and manage the Graduate Developemnt Programme budget
Attend conferences, trainings and other development as required.
Qualifications
Essential
Degree or related experience
Preference is a Saudi National
Fluent Arabic speaker
Excellent written and spoken English
Skills, Qualities & Experience
Previous experience and knowledge in of managing a highly successful graduate development programme through a full cycle, or relevant programme management experience.
Experience of supporting a business through the process of identifying talent, placement management, and/or capability development.
Ability to be the Company subject-matter-expert on developing and evolving the graduate programme, ideas, and strategies. Building out the learning pathways and ensuring each rotation is structured and is meaningful.
A passion for supporting the early careers/fresh graduate population through their career and developmental journeys.
Possess an agile continuous improvement approach: consulting, piloting, reviewing, and improving programmes as appropriate.
Ability to create engaging and inspiring development programmes.
Ability to challenge and influence at a senior leadership level with credibility.
Excellent programme & time management and organisational skills.
Excellent communication skills and thrives in a team environment.
A willingness to challenge the status quo where appropriate.
Comfortable delivering presentations
Desirable – strong social media skills
IT skills such as Microsoft Office
Additional Information
What you will get
- Medical Insurance for individual and family
- Annual leave – 25 days
- Remote working on Sundays
- Working anywhere – 1 month every year
- School fees contribution, 40,000 SAR per child per year (up to a max of three children)
- Wellbeing Benefits
- Family visa costs (up to a max of three children)
- Individual annual flight allowance for expats
International Relocation Package*:
- Paid flight to Riyadh – individual and family (up to a max of three children)
- 60 days accommodation or suitable serviced apartment from your arrival date, or a one-off payment of SAR 5,000
- Up to SAR 2,500 reimbursement of shipping goods/excess baggage costs
- Individual annual flight allowance
- Paid flight home for individual and end of service gratuity payment when leaving the company (if applicable)
Local Relocation Package*:
- Paid flight to Riyadh – individual and family (up to a max of three children)
- 30 days accommodation or suitable serviced apartment from arrival date or a one-off payment of SAR 5,000
- Up to SAR 2,500 reimbursement of shipping goods/excess baggage costs
- If eligible
We don't just accept difference, we celebrate it. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and circumstances and base hiring decisions on relevant qualifications and merit. We are proud to provide a disability-friendly environment. If you require any support or adjustments to participate in our interview or selection processes, please let us know.
