Human Resources Operations Manager

? ? ? Cultural Assets Group; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Human Resources Operations Manager to lead HR services across its subsidiaries. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with labor laws, optimizing HR operations, and developing standardized policies that align with the Group's strategic framework. The ideal candidate will possess strong HR operations experience, exceptional organizational skills, and fluency in both Arabic and English. Join a forward-thinking company where your expertise will contribute to a cohesive and efficient HR environment, supporting the growth and alignment of diverse teams across the organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR operations experience in a multi-entity structure.
• Strong knowledge of labor law compliance and payroll management.
• Fluency in Arabic and English is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily HR operations and ensure compliance across subsidiaries.
• Develop and enforce HR policies and governance frameworks.
• Oversee payroll operations and maintain HRIS data integrity.

Skills

HR Operations Management

Labor Law Compliance

Payroll Management

Employee Relations

HRIS Management

Auditing Skills

Communication Skills

Fluency in Arabic

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management

Professional HR Certifications (CIPD, SHRM)

Tools

HR Information Systems (HRIS)

Job description

Job Title: Human Resources Operations Manager

Role Purpose:

The HR Operations Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth delivery of HR services across Cultural Assets Group and its subsidiaries. This position oversees group-level HR operationsincluding compliance, payroll, employee relations, and administrative processeswhile reviewing and supporting subsidiary HR operations to maintain alignment with group-wide policies and standards. The role ensures that all subsidiaries operate with consistency, efficiency, and legal compliance, in line with the Group's strategic human capital framework.

Primary Responsibilities:

• HR Operations Management (Group and Subsidiaries)
• Lead and manage daily HR operations at the Group level, and review subsidiary HR operational activities to ensure alignment with Group policies, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Compliance and Regulatory Management
• Oversee labor law compliance across the Group and subsidiaries. Conduct regular audits, risk assessments, and provide proactive guidance to subsidiary HR teams to maintain full regulatory adherence.
• Policy Development and Enforcement
• Develop, standardize, and continuously update HR governance frameworks, employment policies, and operational procedures for Group-wide implementation, ensuring subsidiaries are fully integrated and compliant.
• Employee Relations Support
• Support subsidiaries in implementing standardized grievance handling, workplace ethics programs, and dispute resolution processes that align with Group standards.
• HR Systems and Data Management
• Maintain, monitor, and optimize centralized HR information systems (HRIS) and ensure subsidiaries properly use approved platforms for data management, reporting, and regulatory filings.
• Payroll and Benefits Administration
• Oversee Group payroll operations, and review the payroll and benefits administration of subsidiaries to ensure consistency, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Reporting and Workforce Analytics
• Develop regular consolidated HR reports combining Group and subsidiary workforce data. Provide insights for leadership decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Subsidiary Collaboration and Support
• Act as a key HR operations advisor to subsidiaries, ensuring they have the tools, systems, and support needed to execute their HR functions effectively within the Group's frameworks.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources management, Business Administration, or related fields, professional HR certifications (CIPD, SHRM) preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of HR operations experience within a multi-entity or group structure.
• Strong knowledge of labor law compliance, HR governance, payroll management, and workforce administration across multiple jurisdictions.
• Experience implementing and managing HRIS platforms and data integrity practices.
• Exceptional organizational, auditing, and communication skills.
• Fluency in both Arabic and English is a must. Additional languages are a plus.