Head of HR — Build & Scale People Ops

Hire Fellows; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gas distribution company in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Head of HR. You will be responsible for establishing and leading the HR function, managing the full employee lifecycle, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources and proven experience in HR operations. Fluency in Arabic and English is mandatory and strong leadership skills are required. This role offers an opportunity to shape the HR department from the ground up.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HR operations in a growing organization.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi labor laws and compliance requirements.
• Hands-on experience with HR government portals.

Responsibilities

• Lead the HR function from scratch, establishing key processes.
• Oversee employee lifecycle including recruitment and onboarding.
• Develop HR policies and compliance frameworks in line with laws.
• Manage HR operations and documentation.

Skills

Communication and interpersonal skills

Leadership and stakeholder management

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Government portals (Qiwa, GOSI, Mudad)

Job description

A leading gas distribution company in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Head of HR. You will be responsible for establishing and leading the HR function, managing the full employee lifecycle, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources and proven experience in HR operations. Fluency in Arabic and English is mandatory and strong leadership skills are required. This role offers an opportunity to shape the HR department from the ground up.