Human Resources Lead

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant management platform in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced HR Lead to manage and develop their HR team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR functions, regulatory compliance, and experience with the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA). Responsibilities include overseeing recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and compliance with Saudi Labor Law. The role offers competitive compensation and a vibrant culture promoting personal development and innovation.

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages

Regular training and learning stipend

Inclusive and diverse culture

Mentoring opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of progressive HR experience.
• Proven experience working with Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) regulations.
• HR professional certifications such as SHRM, CIPD or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop the HR team.
• Oversee all HR functions including recruitment and onboarding.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi Labor Law and SAMA regulations.

Skills

Leadership skills

People management

Strong communication skills in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HR software systems

Job description

Overview

Who Are We❓ We Are Foodics! a leading restaurant management ecosystem and payment tech provider. Founded in 2014 with headquarter in Riyadh and offices across 5 countries, including UAE, Egypt, Jordan and Kuwait. We are currently serving customers and partners in over 35 different countries worldwide. Our innovative products have successfully processed over 6 billion orders so far, making Foodics one of the most rapidly evolving SaaS companies to emerge from the MENA region. Foodics has achieved three rounds of funding, with the latest raising $170 million in the largest SaaS funding round in MENA, boosting its innovation capabilities to better serve business owners.

The Job in a Nutshell💡 We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Lead with strong leadership and team management skills. The role requires full expertise across all HR functions and hands-on experience dealing with the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA). The HR Lead will be responsible for leading the HR team, ensuring regulatory compliance, and aligning HR strategies with business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop the HR team, ensuring high performance and continuous improvement.
• Oversee all HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and talent development.
• Ensure full compliance with Saudi Labor Law, SAMA regulations, and internal policies.
• Act as the primary point of contact with the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) for HR-related audits, reports, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and frameworks aligned with regulatory standards.
• Provide strategic HR support and advice to senior management.
• Oversee payroll, compensation, benefits, GOSI, and Saudization (Nitaqat) requirements.
• Handle complex employee relations issues, disciplinary actions, and investigations.
• Lead HR planning, workforce strategy, and succession planning.
• Support internal and external audits related to HR and compliance.
• Ensure accuracy and confidentiality of HR data, systems, and reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of progressive HR experience, including a leadership or supervisory role.
• Proven experience working with Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) regulations and requirements.
• Knowledge of SAMA AML requirements and FIU STR procedures is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi Labor Law, GOSI, and Saudization policies.
• Excellent leadership, people management, and coaching skills.
• Strong communication skills in English.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in the banking or financial services sector.
• HR professional certifications such as SHRM, CIPD, or equivalent.
• Experience in managing HR teams within regulated environments.

Benefits

• We believe you will love working at Foodics!
• We have an inclusive and diverse culture that encourages innovation and flexibility in-offices.
• We offer highly competitive compensation packages, including bonuses and the potential for shares.
• We prioritize personal development and offer regular training and an annual learning stipend to tackle new challenges and grow your career in a hyper-growth environment.
• Join a talented team of over 30 nationalities working in 14 countries, and gain valuable experience in an exciting industry.
• We offer autonomy, mentoring, and challenging goals that create incredible opportunities for both you and the company.