People and Culture Manager (Saudi Nationality)

We are seeking an innovative and empathetic People & Culture Manager to join our dynamic team in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic talent management initiatives that foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

• Review and update People & Culture policies and procedures and other human resources materials
• Monitor present and future trends in the local labor situation, social legislation and make recommendations to the management
• Monitor the administration of the Performance Appraisal Program and act in an advisory capacity to department heads in such process
• Ensure that all employees comply with the hotel policies and procedures as well as government regulations pertaining to employment practice

• Prepare and submit periodic People & Culture reports to management
• Prepare and issue correspondences relating to the People & Culture department
• Counsel hotel personnel as and when needed in areas such as career planning, training and development and employee relations
• Investigate and review all disciplinary actions to ensure the actions are complying with the labor law, hotel rules and regulations. Discuss with department heads an appropriate action and recommend the final results in consultation with the Director of People & Culture
• Oversee the organization and execution of employees’ social, athletic and recreational activities
• Maintain a good working relations with all departments and all professional external contacts

• Develop and implement recruitment procedures and strategies to attract the most qualified candidates for position vacancies in the hotel
• Analyze the hotel manpower requirements
• Coordinate with the hiring managers on the recruitment of qualified personnel based on approval by the divisional head and General Manager, following established standards, policies and procedures
• Conduct recruitment and exit interviews
• Maintain good working relationships and partnerships with recruitment agencies / sources

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in talent management or HR leadership roles
• Proven track record in developing and implementing successful talent management strategies
• Strong knowledge of Saudi Arabian labor laws and HR best practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all levels
• Demonstrated experience in change management and organizational development
• Proficiency in HRIS and talent management software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach
• Experience in managing employee relations and conflict resolution
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multicultural environment
• Strategic thinker with a visionary approach to talent management
• Fluency in English; Arabic language skills highly desirable
• SHRM-SCP, HRCI, or equivalent professional HR certification is a plus
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and staying current with HR trends