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Waad Education
Shared Services Manager
Waad Education· Shared Services
About this role
Waad Education is a specialized educational company in Jeddah, encompassing three schools: Dar Al Dhikr, Waad Academy, and Bloom Schools. Our mission is to employ top-tier educational solutions to foster a dynamic society where children thrive and parents and educators excel in delivering excellence.
We are currently seeking an experienced Shared Services Manager to join our team and support the effective delivery and management of shared services across our educational institutions. The ideal candidate will play a key role in driving operational excellence, improving service efficiency, and ensuring seamless support across all shared services functions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement shared services strategies to enhance efficiency, standardization, and continuous improvement.
- Oversee day-to-day operations across HR, procurement, IT, marketing, accounting, and administration.
- Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and quality standards in service delivery.
- Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service level agreements to maximize value and performance.
- Lead process optimization initiatives and implement best practices across all shared services functions.
- Collaborate with leadership and school units to understand needs and deliver seamless support services.
- Lead, manage, and develop the shared services team, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
- 7+ years of progressive experience in managing shared services or operations in the education sector or related industries.
- Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and driving process improvements.
- Strong knowledge of HR, finance, procurement, and IT service management.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
- Fluency in Arabic and English.
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Where is the Shared Services Manager position at Waad Education located?
This Shared Services Manager role at Waad Education is based in Jeddah, Makkah Province, Saudi Arabia. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Shared Services Manager at Waad Education belong to?
This Shared Services Manager position is part of the Shared Services department at Waad Education. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Shared Services Manager job at Waad Education posted?
This Shared Services Manager position at Waad Education was posted on Apr 14, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Shared Services Manager
Waad Education
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