Human Resources Executive (Pre-Opening) (Saudi National)

InterContinental Hotels Group; Umluj; On-site; SAR 149,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury hotel brand in Umluj is seeking a Human Resources Executive to manage HR operations and support employee engagement. Responsibilities include recruitment, onboarding, payroll, and fostering a positive workplace culture. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree in HR or a related field along with strong communication skills. The role offers competitive benefits and opportunities for personal growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Global room discounts

Comprehensive training programs

Qualifications

• Experience in HR operations and employee engagement.
• Proficient in handling recruitment processes.
• Ability to manage employee relations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support daily HR operations and initiatives.
• Conduct preliminary interviews for job candidates.
• Maintain confidentiality of colleague personnel files.
• Assist with onboarding and employee welfare activities.

Skills

Effective communication

Employee relations

Recruitment

Onboarding

Payroll administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Job description

Hotel: The Red Sea Resort (RUHSI), Shura Island, The Red Sea, 48511

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has delighted luxury travelers since 1946, serving as a meeting place for heads of state, a setting for world-changing speeches, and the impetus for some of the most famous love stories of all time.

The brand has become synonymous with bold exploration, travel, and cultural discovery. The InterContinental The Red Sea Resort exemplifies these attributes. Set within one of the world’s most ambitious luxury tourism developments amidst an archipelago of over 90 pristine islands, the hotel offers guests sweeping views of the ocean and a discreet barefoot luxury immersed-in-nature experience.

Each of the resort’s 210 sea-facing rooms provides immediate beach access, allowing guests to step out onto the sands of the Red Sea from the terrace. Moreover, the resort features seven different gastronomic experiences, sprawling pools and recreational facilities, a spa, a health club, and curated meetings and events spaces for leisure, business travelers, and groups.

With the worldliness that travel brings, every stay will take your imagination to places you’d never expect!

Job Summary

Under the guidance of the Assistant Human Resources Manager and the Director of Human Resources, the Human Resources Executive will support daily HR operations while also contributing to strategic planning and execution of HR programs and initiatives. The role ensures a high level of colleague engagement while supporting business objectives.

The HR Executive will be involved in all HR functions including: employee and labor relations, payroll administration, onboarding, compensation and benefits, recruitment, training and development, succession planning, immigration, government relations, and colleague welfare.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

HR Operations

• Provide effective and efficient HR services to all colleagues.
• Ensure the employee database is accurate and always updated.
• Protect the confidentiality of all colleague personnel files.
• Prepare employment contracts, official letters, and HR-related reports.
• Update HR notice boards and prepare poster campaigns for internal events and promotions.
• Prepare and display monthly “hot jobs” and internal vacancies.
• Assist with payroll enrollment, transfers/promotions, and attendance tracking.
• Forward documents to HR, Nurse, GR Manager, and Finance for permits, insurance, bank accounts, and salaries.
• Manage resourcing through internal pools and external agencies.
• Complete any projects assigned by HR leadership.

Recruitment & Selection

• Conduct preliminary interviews for candidates in Job Bands 6–10.
• Manage and verify Personal Requisition Forms (PRFs).
• Review applications, provide feedback, and share shortlisted candidates with HODs.
• Coordinate interviews and follow up with departments.
• Conduct reference checks prior to offers.
• Collect and verify required candidate documentation.
• Liaise with recruitment agencies to maintain strong talent pipelines.
• Monitor and process employee referral incentives.

Onboarding & Induction

• Assist new colleagues with onboarding, housing, airport pickup, bank accounts, and approvals.
• Enroll new hires in payroll and time & attendance systems.
• Welcome new joiners and ensure policies, rules, and IHG Code of Ethics are explained during orientation.
• Support the Learning & Quality Manager in delivering orientation and onboarding.

Employee Relations & Welfare

• Establish and maintain positive colleague relations.
• Assist in grievance and disciplinary procedures.
• Plan and organize HR events and colleague welfare activities.
• Support the Colleague Welfare Committee and engagement initiatives.
• Liaise with embassies on recruitment and welfare matters.

Immigration & Government Relations

• Prepare documentation for visas, residence permits, renewals, and cancellations.
• Coordinate job orders, powers of attorney, and visa agency requirements.
• Support tourist visa applications for entertainers.
• Liaise with ministries, government departments, and owning company.
• Manage government relations tasks in absence of the GR Manager.
• Stay updated on labor law changes and ensure compliance.

Travel & Logistics

• Coordinate with travel agencies for leave, emergency, business, and new arrival travel.
• Arrange exit visas in line with policy, ensuring timely communication.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure compliance with Fire Life Safety (FLS) legislation.
• Take responsibility for personal and colleague safety.
• Report all accidents, hazards, and near misses immediately.
• Support the Hotel Nurse in maintaining valid food handler certifications for F&B staff.

Self-Management

• Comply with hotel rules, regulations, and handbook.
• Maintain grooming standards at all times.
• Follow time and attendance policies.
• Actively participate in training and self-development programs.
• Demonstrate awareness of Health, Hygiene, and FLS policies.
• Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures.
• Log and report all security incidents promptly.
• Uphold the Company’s Corporate Code of Conduct.
• Model company values (Great Hotels Guests Love), Winning Ways, and IHG Wheel behaviors.
• Perform additional tasks as directed by management.

What You Can Expect from Us

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards your hard work to a wide range of benefits – including full uniform, global room discounts, and some of the best training in the industry.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to all, promoting a culture of trust, support, and acceptance.

IHG gives every team member the room to belong, grow, and make a difference. Through our myWellbeing framework, we support health, lifestyle, and workplace wellbeing.

So, join us and become part of our global family.

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