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We are Whisper, a leading global production company operating at the intersection of sport, entertainment and premium storytelling. Built with the agility of a start-up and the discipline of a high-growth enterprise, we have scaled from a £1m business into a £100m plus international media leader.

We have an established and growing footprint in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

We work with and have delivered for some of the country’s most prominent entities, including the Ministry of Sport, SURJ Sports Investment, SELA, NEOM, Expo and FIFA World Cup 2034 stakeholders. Our presence on the ground, combined with local operational capability, ensures delivery aligned with Saudi regulations, expectations and pace.

Our work spans BAFTA-winning sports coverage, unscripted entertainment and premium factual programming. From the intensity of Formula One to the human stories of the Paralympics, alongside prime time entertainment and documentary content, we deliver high-impact productions across global platforms.

As we continue to scale, we are expanding our operational footprint and strengthening the infrastructure that underpins our delivery, ensuring our teams are supported by scalable, efficient and world-class systems.

We are looking for a Production Coordinator to join our Whisper team in Riyadh, KSA, working across the slate, including Live & Non-Live Sport, Branded & Documentaries. 

The post would suit a highly experienced production coordinator who is confident working to tight deadlines in an ever-changing environment.

You must be able to work on your own initiative whilst being confident about when to refer up.

This is mainly an office-based role with the possibility of on-location work at times, working with the Production Executives, Production Managers, Producers & wider production team.

This role is subject to Saudization requirements and, therefore, open to Saudi nationals only.

Whisper is committed to fair and inclusive employment practices, in line with local law.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct support to the Production Executive & Production Management team, assisting with the communication of key production information to Producers and the editorial team
• Planning shoots, OBs, booking crews and travel arrangements
• Organising and booking travel for contributors & talent both in KSA and internationally.
• Negotiating rates with external suppliers & crew.
• Preparing call sheets with accurate and detailed movement orders
• Understanding of Health & Safety policies, to support writing of Risk Assessments
• Preparing budgets for various production types
• Reporting any budgetary issues to the Production Manager whilst tracking costs via cost managers
• Scheduling edits; often juggling key personnel time with diverse requirements and limited availability
• Clearing music & archive material and reporting correctly
• Understanding and distributing accurate client requirements to ensure that all deliverables are completed in a timely manner, to fulfil the brief

Skills

• Good communication skills and an aptitude to learn new tasks, as well as a strong team ethic
• Experience of managing multiple projects for different clients/broadcasters
• Comfortable working in a pressurised environment within a production team
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• The ability to assist in planning and budgeting various productions, including OB, location & digital filming
• Managing post-production schedules and delivery specifications
• You will have good prior knowledge of rights & music clearance; postproduction paperwork, inc. & archive clearance
• Technical knowledge, including camera/ingesting rushes
• Ability to work effectively with others and manage relationships in a diverse team, including the ability to manage up and provide positive and effective support to the editorial team
• A proactive attitude to work and promoting a positive work ethic in the team
• Ability to work on your own initiative
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to react quickly to project changes
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing workloads and new systems

Location

Riyadh, KSA

Working Days:

5 day week, x4 days in office and x1 day WFH.

You will be expected to work with the team to plan a schedule based on production requirements.

Lieu days will be given for any days worked over a five-day work week.

Whisper offers the option of flexitime hours, subject to production requirements.

Start:

ASAP on a permanent contract

Salary:

Based on experience

Application Closing:

Sunday 3^rd May

How to apply:

Please send a CV and a cover note telling us in your own words why you are the right candidate for this role here

Job Specification: Shared Services Senior Specialist

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Department: Shared Services (HR, Finance, Procurement, Operations)

Reporting To: Head of Shared Services / Senior Leadership

Direct Reports: None.

This role is subject to Saudization requirements and, therefore, open to Saudi nationals only.
Whisper is committed to fair and inclusive employment practices, in line with local law.

About us:

We are Whisper, a leading global production company operating at the intersection of sport, entertainment and premium storytelling. Built with the agility of a start-up and the discipline of a high-growth enterprise, we have scaled from a £1m business into a £100m plus international media leader.

We have an established and growing footprint in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

We work with and have delivered for some of the country’s most prominent entities, including the Ministry of Sport, SURJ Sports Investment, SELA, NEOM, Expo and FIFA World Cup 2034 stakeholders.

Our presence on the ground, combined with local operational capability, ensures delivery aligned with Saudi regulations, expectations and pace.

Our work spans BAFTA-winning sports coverage, unscripted entertainment and premium factual programming. From the intensity of Formula One to the human stories of the Paralympics, alongside prime time entertainment and documentary content, we deliver high-impact productions across global platforms.

As we continue to scale, we are expanding our operational footprint and strengthening the infrastructure that underpins our delivery, ensuring our teams are supported by scalable, efficient and world-class systems.

The Challenge:

Driving Operational Excellence & Seamless Execution

We are building a highly efficient production services engine. Our goal is to ensure absolute compliance, accuracy, and support across HR, Finance, and Procurement, ensuring our business functions without friction.

Your challenge as a Shared Services Senior Specialist is to act as the crucial anchor for our daily operations.

As a hands-on junior operator (2–5 years’ experience) with strong ownership, you will support the execution and day-to-day management of HR, Finance, Procurement, and operational processes.

We expect you to execute with precision, maintain strict compliance, and confidently support senior leadership across multiple functions.

You will be a champion for process, ensuring that interacting with our internal services feels easy, organised, and highly reliable.

Key Responsibilities:

HR & People Operations

• Manage end-to-end onboarding and offboarding processes, including contracts, offers, GOSI, and employee files.
• Support payroll preparation, leave tracking, and benefits administration.
• Maintain meticulously compliant employee records aligned with Saudi labour law, and seamlessly
• coordinate with PROs on visa, iqama, and government-related processes.

Finance & Administration Financial Accuracy:

• Take ownership of preparing and tracking invoices, payments, and expense reports.
• Support monthly payroll inputs and perform basic reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate vendor records, assist with budgeting and cost tracking, and coordinate smoothly with outsourced accountants and internal finance teams.

Procurement & Vendor Management Strategic Sourcing:

• Assist in RFQs, vendor comparisons, and comprehensive procurement documentation.
• Manage vendor onboarding meticulously (ensuring CR, VAT, certificates, and compliance docs are in order). Track purchase orders, contracts, and payment timelines, maintaining a robust vendor database to ensure complete documentation.

Operations & Governance Process & Compliance:

• Support the documentation of policies, SOPs, and internal processes.
• Ensure filing, documentation, and audit readiness across all functions.
• Assist in accurate submissions to government platforms (Etimad, client portals, tenders), coordinate internal approvals, and maintain meticulous operational trackers.

The Ideal Candidate:

Educational Foundation: You are a graduate with a bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, HR, or a similarly relevant field.

Proven Experience: You have 2–5 years of hands-on experience in HR, Finance, Operations, or a similar environment. Experience supporting multiple functions simultaneously is highly preferred.

Compliance Expertise: You have a strong, practical understanding of Saudi compliance basics (GOSI, ZATCA, and ideally MISA).

Highly Organised & Execution-Focused: You are incredibly detail-oriented and thrive on getting things done. You are proactive, reliable, and entirely comfortable operating with minimal supervision across multiple priorities and stakeholders.

Accessible Communicator: You possess strong documentation and communication skills.

You are fluent in English (required), and proficiency in Arabic is highly preferred.

Working Arrangements:

Location:           Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Work Pattern:   Predominantly office-based with standard business hours

Annual Leave:   Standard Saudi Labour Law allowance + Public Holidays

Benefits:            Medical Insurance, GOSI, etc.

Compensation: Competitive, commensurate with experience.

Start:

ASAP on a permanent contract

Salary:

Based on experience

Application Closing:

Sunday 3^rd May

Candidate Approach + Application

Submit a CV and a brief cover note outlining your experience across HR, Finance, or Procurement here..

Highlighting any multi-functional roles you have held and your familiarity with Saudi operational compliance.

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