EY Wavespace Facilitator (Supervising Associate / Assistant Director) - Riyadh

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The opportunity

EY wavespace brings the right people together to deconstruct challenges and co-create solutions — faster. Human-centered design and collaboration are at the core of our work because we believe people support what they help create.

As wavespace continues to grow, we are looking for top talent to bring immersive experiences to life and guide clients through the challenges of innovation — both in-person and virtually.

Your key responsibilities

• Manage and run client innovation experiences
• Understand session objectives and ensure the design meets those objectives
• Participating in design strategy for concurrent client sessions
• Create a safe, inclusive environment for participation before, during, and after experiences
• Demonstrate emotional intelligence and manage energy, flow, and inspiration throughout the session
• Leverage strong listening skills to navigate challenging or political discussions
• Share accountability and collaborate with all team members contributing to client experiences
• Act as liaison between the Experience Leader/Manager and the wider experience team
• Coordinate logistics, resources, technology, materials, and overall session readiness
• Train and mentor, the next generation of facilitators across the wave space network

Skills and attributes for success

This is a highly visible role with significant client interaction.

• Experience and confidence in facilitation and/or training
• Professional qualification in Innovation & Design Thinking
• Proven ability to deliver impactful innovation sessions
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Ability to navigate challenging situations in real time
• Consulting experience
• Fluency in Arabic and English (mandatory)

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Degree or certification in Innovation & Design Thinking
• Experience in one or more sectors: AI & Data, Financial Services, Energy, Government & Infrastructure
• Business development experience
• Event planning experience
• Ability to travel across the MENA region
• Saudi Nationals only

What we look for

We seek motivated, smart, collaborative team players who thrive in EY’s diverse, high-performing environment. You’ll have the opportunity to shape your own career path, grow your skills, and contribute to meaningful work that creates value for clients and society.

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll develop you with future‑focused skills and equip you with world‑class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment and fuel your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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