HR Executive | Retail | M&S | Riyadh

Robinson & Co (Singapore) Pte Ltd; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational group in Saudi Arabia is seeking an HR Executive to manage comprehensive HR operations, including recruitment and onboarding, payroll management, and training coordination. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in HR, 2-4 years of relevant experience, and strong organizational and communication skills. This position is vital for enhancing employee experience and ensuring compliance with HR processes.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in HR operations or recruitment.
• Strong knowledge of HR compliance requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the recruitment process for vacant positions.
• Consolidate payroll data and manage records.
• Coordinate and facilitate employee workshops.

Skills

HR processes

Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

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Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A”rab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

About the Role

The HR Executive will be responsible for supporting end-to-end HR operations, ensuring efficient recruitment, smooth onboarding and offboarding processes, accurate payroll and data management, as well as training coordination. This role requires a strong focus on employee experience, compliance, and timely execution of HR activities in alignment with business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Recruitment & Onboarding

• Support the recruitment process for all vacant positions, particularly Bands C–D.
• Coordinate interviews and manage the joining, confirmation, and separation processes.
• Ensure new joiners receive induction packs and are guided through joining formalities (brand uniform, access card, fingerprint registration).
• Facilitate a consistent and welcoming onboarding experience to ensure smooth integration.
• Conduct and document exit interviews.

2. HR Operations & Administration

• Consolidate payroll data and manage attendance, overtime, turnover, and leave records.
• Prepare and maintain HR dashboards and reports for finance and recruitment.
• Draft and issue employee warning letters and maintain proper documentation.
• Act as HR record keeper, ensuring secure and accurate storage of all HR-related records for easy retrieval.
• Follow up on probation reviews (1, 3, and 5 months).
• Maintain updated employee archives and databases.
• Manage internal and external hiring processes.
• Coordinate disciplinary investigations and maintain organizational structure records.
• Prepare approval requests for HRBP related to actions and terminations.
• Collaborate with HRBP to ensure timely delivery of HR administrative tasks.
• Manage HR Academy activities and align training programs with business needs.
• Coordinate and facilitate employee workshops as assigned by HRBP.
• Provide weekly reports on training activities, progress, and outcomes.
• Monitor daily execution of training plans to ensure timely completion.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in HR operations, recruitment, or training coordination.
• Strong knowledge of HR processes and compliance requirements.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• A bility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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