HR Operations Manager / HR Lead - Group Operations

Ultimate Peaks; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A diversified holding group is seeking an HR Operations Manager to lead initial HR operations across its entities in Saudi Arabia. This hands-on role focuses on stabilizing HR operations and ensuring compliance during an early transformation. Candidates should have 5–8 years of HR operations experience, with strong knowledge of Saudi Labor Law and government platforms. The role offers a monthly salary of up to 20,000 SAR, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of HR operations experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with Saudi HR operations.
• Solid understanding of Saudi Labor Law, GOSI, and Saudization.

Responsibilities

• Run day-to-day HR operations across group entities.
• Standardize HR processes, policies, and employee documentation.
• Manage employee lifecycle processes (onboarding, contracts, probation, offboarding).
• Ensure accurate contracts aligned with Saudi Labor Law.
• Coordinate GOSI, Saudization, and government platforms.
• Support payroll coordination and HR data validation.
• Create and maintain employee records and files.
• Act as first-line HR support for managers and employees.

Skills

HR operations experience

Understanding of Saudi Labor Law

GOSI and Saudization knowledge

Hands-on execution

Bilingual Arabic and English

Job description

Location: Saudi Arabia
Employment Type: Full-time
Reporting to: Group HR / Executive Management

Role Purpose

A diversified holding group is seeking an HR Operations Manager to lead the initial HR operations phase across group entities. This role is hands‑on and execution‑focused, responsible for stabilizing HR operations, standardizing practices, and ensuring compliance during an early transformation stage. The role is ideal for a strong HR operator who can “run the engine” while higher‑level strategy is being shaped.

Key Responsibilities (HR Ops Focus)

• Run day‑to‑day HR operations across group entities
• Standardize HR processes, policies, and employee documentation
• Manage employee lifecycle processes (onboarding, contracts, probation, offboarding)
• Ensure accurate contracts aligned with Saudi Labor Law
• Coordinate GOSI, Saudization, and government platforms (Qiwa, Mudad, Absher)
• Support payroll coordination and monthly HR data validation
• Create and maintain employee records, files, and HR trackers
• Support implementation or cleanup of HR systems (HRIS if applicable)
• Act as first‑line HR support for managers and employeesEscalate complex cases to senior HR or legal when needed
• Prepare basic HR reports (headcount, turnover, contracts, status)

What This Role Is

• ✔ Execution‑heavy and operational
• ✔ Suitable for early‑stage or transition environments
• ✔ Focused on stability, order, and compliance
• ✔ Clear ownership and accountability

What This Role Is Not

• ✖ Not a strategic CHRO role
• ✖ Not policy design at board level
• ✖ Not a people‑culture transformation lead

Salary

Monthly salary up to 20,000 SAR (all‑inclusive, depending on experience)

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 5–8 years of HR operations experience
• Strong hands‑on experience with Saudi HR operations
• Solid understanding of Saudi Labor Law, GOSI, and Saudization
• Experience working with multi‑entity or fast‑growing organizations
• Comfortable building structure from ambiguity
• Arabic required; English working proficiency
• Saudi national preferred

How to Apply

These role is managed confidentially by Ultimate Peaks – Talent & Strategy. Candidates may apply by sharing a CV and short summary of HR operations experience via the Quick Apply link. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.