HR Manager

DataVolt; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

DataVolt is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead full-spectrum HR activities in Saudi Arabia for a new business unit. Responsibilities include onboarding, payroll coordination, visa management, and employee relations, all while ensuring Saudi Labour Law compliance.

Ideal candidates will have 7+ years of HR experience, strong knowledge of KSA regulations, and bilingual English/Arabic communication. This role requires hands-on HR operations and governance across the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business or related field.
• CIPD/SHRM/PHRi preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi Labour Law.
• Fluent English and Arabic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Support recruitment activities for the new unit.
• Oversee visa and immigration processes (Iqama, visas).
• Coordinate monthly payroll inputs with Finance.
• Maintain HR records and contracts; ensure compliance.
• Coordinate with government authorities and service providers.
• Support compensation, performance management and employee development.
• Handle employee relations and queries.

Job description

Company Description

DataVolt is a global leader in sustainable and innovative data center solutions. We provide businesses across the world with the infrastructure they need to connect, collaborate, and grow in the data-driven landscape of today. Our solutions focus on security, reliability, scalability, and sustainability, empowering our clients to truly achieve digital transformation. We have strategically positioned operations in Riyadh, Dubai, Mumbai, Tashkent, Kuala Lumpur and California and are committed to shaping a sustainable digital future through groundbreaking innovation.

Responsibilities

You will manage the full range of generalist HR activities in KSA for a new business unit, covering recruitment support, onboarding, employee relations, payroll coordination, performance management, employee development, offboarding, and local compliance.

• Manage employee onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Support recruitment activities, workforce planning, and the mobilisation of new employees.
• Manage end-to-end visa and immigration processes, including work visas, business visas, Iqama issuance/renewals, transfers, exit/re-entry visas, and coordination with government authorities and service providers.
• Coordinate monthly payroll inputs with Finance and the payroll department.
• Address employee queries, grievances, and workplace issues.
• Support employee engagement, retention, learning, and development initiatives.
• Maintain employee records, contracts, and HR documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi Labour Law and company policies.
• Manage employment contracts, including preparation, issuance, renewals, amendments, and documentation through Qiwa.
• Coordinate with Government Relations on Qiwa, GOSI, Mudad, Muqeem, Iqama, visas, and work permits.
• Manage medical insurance enrolment and employee benefits administration.
• Support compensation and benefits administration and ensure consistent application of HR policies.
• Support performance management, promotions, transfers, and disciplinary processes.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional HR certification such as CIPD, SHRM, or PHRi is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi Labour Law and KSA employment regulations.
• Good command of English and Arabic is preferred.
• 7+ years of relevant HR experience.
• Experience working in a fast-growing and rapidly scaling organisation is preferred.
• 3+ years in an HR Manager or similar supervisory role.
• Hands‑on experience in onboarding, offboarding, payroll coordination, employee relations, and HR operations.
• Experience using KSA government platforms, including Qiwa, GOSI, Mudad, and Muqeem.