Human Resources Business Partner - HRBP

Innovative Concepts - المفاهيم المبتكرة; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR solutions provider in Makkah Region seeks an HR Business Partner to strategically align HR practices with business objectives. The role involves overseeing workforce planning, employee engagement, and regulatory compliance, particularly focusing on Saudization. Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field and have at least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in F&B, hospitality, or retail sectors. Strong communication in both English and Arabic is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in HR Generalist or HRBP role including admin team oversight.
• Experience in F&B, hospitality, or retail environments preferred.
• Proven knowledge of government systems (Qiwa, GOSI, Muqeem, Mudad, Balady, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business leaders to align HR and Admin functions with strategic goals.
• Manage annual performance review cycles across HR and Admin functions.
• Handle grievances and conduct investigations within HR and Admin scope.

Skills

Strategic Alignment

Strong communication skills in English and Arabic

Problem Solving

Systems & Reporting

People Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field

HR certification (CIPD, SHRM, PHR) preferred

Tools

HRIS

Government portals

Job description

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic partner to business units, aligning people and administration strategies with business objectives. The role combines operational HR excellence with administrative leadership, overseeing workforce planning, employee engagement, performance management, and administrative operations. The HRBP ensures organizational effectiveness through proactive HR initiatives, regulatory compliance, and supports Saudization and office/facilities administration as part of the HR function.

Strategic HR Partnership

• Collaborate with business leaders to align HR and Admin functions with strategic goals.
• Lead workforce planning in coordination with organizational and operational needs.
• Support office administrative services, ensuring cost-effective and efficient resource use.

Talent Acquisition & Saudization

• Coordinate with Talent Acquisition to meet business unit hiring needs.
• Lead localization initiatives in both HR and administrative roles.
• Monitor Saudization compliance in accordance with government mandates.

Performance, Development & Engagement

• Manage annual performance review cycles across HR and Admin functions.
• Collaborate with L&D on capability building for employees and office support staff.
• Enhance employee engagement through feedback mechanisms and culture initiatives.

Employee Relations & HR/Administrative Policy Compliance

• Handle grievances and conduct investigations within HR and Admin scope.
• Ensure adherence to Saudi Labor Law, HR policies, and administrative SOPs.
• Develop and maintain policies related to office operations, vendors, and assets.

HR Operations, Admin Services & Metrics

• Maintain HR and Admin records (contracts, government portals, licenses, etc.).
• Supervise general administration functions (travel, office supplies, facilities, drivers).
• Monitor HR/Admin KPIs (turnover, complaints, service requests, office efficiency).

Skills

• Strategic Alignment: HR and Admin functions effectively support business goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• HR certification (CIPD, SHRM, PHR) preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years in HR Generalist or HRBP role including admin team oversight.
• Experience in F&B, hospitality, or retail environments preferred.
• Proven knowledge of government systems (Qiwa, GOSI, Muqeem, Mudad, Balady, etc.).

Skills

• Strategic Thinking: Integrating people and admin operations into business planning.
• Communication: Strong in both English and Arabic, written and verbal.
• Problem Solving: Resolving employee and facility-related issues with clarity.
• Systems & Reporting: Use of HRIS, government portals, and admin logs.
• People Management: Coaching skills for both HR staff and admin personnel.