HR & Culture Lead — Build Our Saudi People Function

Foreground LLC; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global events agency is seeking an HR & Culture Lead based in Riyadh to build the local HR function and shape the agency's culture. The role emphasizes creativity and collaboration while driving recruitment and compliance in alignment with Saudi labor laws. Ideal candidates should have over 8 years of HR experience in creative or agency sectors, along with bilingual fluency in Arabic and English. This is an opportunity to create a values-driven team culture from day one.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in HR or people operations roles within the creative, media, events, or agency sectors.
• Familiarity with Saudi labor law and HR systems.
• Passionate about culture and enabling performance.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead the local HR function, including recruitment and compliance.
• Shape the agency's internal culture and employee engagement programs.
• Oversee talent acquisition and manage payroll and benefits.

Skills

Bilingual fluency (Arabic and English)

Understanding of people culture

Knowledge of local labor laws

Job description

A global events agency is seeking an HR & Culture Lead based in Riyadh to build the local HR function and shape the agency's culture. The role emphasizes creativity and collaboration while driving recruitment and compliance in alignment with Saudi labor laws. Ideal candidates should have over 8 years of HR experience in creative or agency sectors, along with bilingual fluency in Arabic and English. This is an opportunity to create a values-driven team culture from day one.