Head of HR - Build & Scale People Ops

Hire Fellows; Saudi Arabia; 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 to establish and lead HR operations. This role requires a hands-on strategic leader capable of building HR functions from scratch and ensuring alignment with Saudi labor laws. The ideal candidate will manage employee lifecycle processes and develop training programs, emphasizing strong communication skills and fluency in Arabic and English.

Qualifications

• Proven experience setting up HR operations in a developing organization.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi labor law and compliance requirements.
• Hands-on experience with government portals like Qiwa and GOSI.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead the HR function from the ground up.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and performance management.
• Design training and development programs for employees.

Skills

HR operations management

Employee relations

Recruitment strategies

Training and development

Stakeholder management

Fluency in Arabic

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

A leading gas distribution company in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Head of HR to establish and lead HR operations. This role requires a hands-on strategic leader capable of building HR functions from scratch and ensuring alignment with Saudi labor laws. The ideal candidate will manage employee lifecycle processes and develop training programs, emphasizing strong communication skills and fluency in Arabic and English.