Director Human Resources Operations

People Group Arabia; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic HR solutions provider in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Human Resources Operations Director to lead all HR operational functions. This individual will oversee payroll processes, compliance with labour laws, and expatriate visa systems in a startup environment. The ideal candidate must have over 12 years of HR operations experience, including leadership roles, and be comfortable working in fast-paced settings. Strong HRIS and process-building skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of HR operations experience, with leadership roles.
• Experience with payroll systems, government platforms, and expatriate visa workflows.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage end-to-end payroll processes.
• Implement systems ensuring compliance with labour and tax regulations.
• Oversee immigration processes and maintain documentation compliance.
• Develop HR operational policies and procedures.

Skills

HRIS skills

Process-building

Cross-functional collaboration

Agility and flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Advanced degree (preferred)

Job description

Overview

The Human Resources Operations Director will establish and lead all HR operational functions, including payroll, government compliance platforms, and expatriate visa systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and manage end-to-end payroll processes.
• Implement payroll systems and ensure compliance with Saudi labour, tax, and statutory regulations.
• Set up and maintain required government HR and compliance platforms.
• Establish visa and work-authorization systems for expatriate employees.
• Oversee immigration processes, renewals, and documentation compliance.
• Lead core HR operations: onboarding, offboarding, employee data management, HR records, and reporting.
• Implement and optimize HRIS and digital HR tools.
• Build efficient, scalable HR processes suitable for a startup environment.
• Develop HR operational policies and procedures.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and external regulatory requirements.
• Manage relationships with government agencies and HR service providers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 12+ years of HR operations experience, including leadership roles.
• Proven experience establishing payroll systems, government platforms, and expatriate visa workflows.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment; agile, flexible, and solutions-oriented.
• Strong HRIS, process-building, and cross-functional collaboration skills.