Head, Talent/Career Development

Leap29; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has emerged for an international HR professional to lead talent management for a major Joint Venture project in Saudi Arabia. This pivotal role involves driving the talent agenda, developing a comprehensive career development programme, and enhancing employee value propositions. The ideal candidate will possess a postgraduate HR qualification and significant experience in multinational organisations, particularly in talent management and leadership development. This role promises to elevate your international HR career while offering a competitive salary package and robust support from a renowned JV partner. If you're ready to take on this challenge, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications

• Postgraduate HR qualification or equivalent is essential.
• Significant experience in talent management at a senior level.

Responsibilities

• Lead the formulation and implementation of the talent development programme.
• Drive the talent agenda for a major Joint Venture project.

Skills

Talent Management

Leadership Development

Organisational Development

Strategic Thinking

Assessment Centre Experience

Education

Postgraduate HR Qualification

Job description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an international HR professional with an in-depth talent management and leadership development background to drive the talent agenda for one of the world’s largest Joint Venture projects in Saudi Arabia. This is without question, a critical and visible role within the organisation and the successful candidate will be key to accelerating the development of employees, building employee value proposition and facilitating knowledge transfer between the JV partners.

The role will require the selected applicant to lead and drive the formulation, development and implementation of the company’s talent/career development programme for the next three years. You will need to be a results-focused, strategic thinker with the ability to roll up your sleeves and lead by example operationally when the situation requires.

To be suitable for this position you will need to have the following background:

1. Postgraduate HR qualification or equivalent
2. Significant experience in talent management/organisational development in a reputable multinational organisation, including at a senior level
3. Previous international experience, ideally in Saudi Arabia or other Middle East country
4. Experience of assessment centre and personality testing would be advantageous

This is a challenging role which is not for the fainthearted but in return, you will be rewarded with an attractive salary package and the full support of the world renowned JV partner and its HR infrastructure. Success in this position will undoubtedly catapult your international HR career to the next level.

If you feel that you have the relevant skills and experience then please apply by following the relevant links provided.