Description:
Job Purpose: Lead the HR Department in the KSA Region and implement the HR policies, procedures and systems of the company with regards to Recruitment, HR Operations, Training & Development, Rewards and Performance Management. Also, the role focuses on meeting the Saudization requirements and addressing the respective challenges.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead and provide direction to 3 HR teams in a Regional HR Department: a. International HR Operations b.Local HR Operations and c. Local Recruitment (for Saudi Nationals), in compliance with the Corporate and Regional HR policies and procedures.
- Implement all HR activities in an employees Life Cycle, including Engagement & Onboarding, Probation, Training and Development, Goals & Performance, Rewards, and Disengagement.
- Collaborate closely with the Corporate HR Department for the functional support provided on issues related to Recruitment, HR Operations, Training & Development, Manpower Planning, Rewards, and HR Infrastructure & Systems.
- Design Regional HR policies and procedures focused specifically on the Saudi Nationals, in collaboration with the Corporate HR Department.
- Propose ways to increase the Saudi Nationals motivation, productivity and retention, while taking appropriate actions as appropriate.
- Work closely and develop strong working relationships with Project Managers, Commercial Managers and project staff in the Region, providing advice, guidance and coaching on HR issues as appropriate.
- Act as mediator between Project/Regional management and employees to resolve conflicts and help foster positive employee relations, maintain a good working environment and build morale.
- Build trusting relations with Divisions and Regional/Corporate Departments, within a Matrix of international organization structure, and manage HR expectations appropriately.
- Develop and maintain a strong network of local contacts in KSA, either for Recruitment (i.e., Universities, institutions for technical jobs, local Recruitment Agencies etc.) or for Saudization (i.e., Ministries, Government authorities etc.) purposes.
- Stay abreast of local Labor Laws and Saudization regulations, requirements and changes.
- Visit project sites on a regular basis.
Candidate Profile:
Studies & Qualifications:
- BSc in Business Administration, HR or relevant fields. MSc in Human Resources Management is highly desirable.
Work Experience:
- Min. 10 years of proven in -house HR experience in an HR Generalist role; at least 5 of which in a managerial position.
- Previous experience in KSA and in Saudization actions is a must (experience in Gulf countries or even UAE is 2nd priority).
- Previous HR experience in any of the following sectors will be considered an asset: Construction, Industrial, Manufacturing, Heavy Manufacturing.
- Experience in contacting and cooperating closely with KSA Government authorities and/or Ministries, as needed.
- Experience in, or familiarity with, working in a Matrix international organization structure is desirable.
Soft Skills & Competencies:
- Demonstrate strong managerial and project management skills
- Have problem solving (Solution-Focused Thinking) and decision-making skills
- Are flexible and adaptable and can see things from different angles
- Demonstrate resourcefulness, proactiveness and initiative
- Show excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Work easily with various stakeholders of all seniorities, build trusting working relationships and resolve potential conflicts; be diplomatic in a high-pressure and complex work environment
- Work successfully and productively in a team environment
- Have planning, organizational and time management skills
- Are data driven and make informed decisions
- Be committed to companys values
Language & IT Skills:
- Arabic native (needs to be Saudi National)
- Excellent verbal and written English language
- Good Excel and PowerPoint skills