Manager, Employee Relations

Lucid Motors; King Abdullah Economic City; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Equity Program

Annual Cash Incentive

Job summary

Lucid Motors in Saudi Arabia seeks an experienced Manager, Employee Relations to lead complex ER matters across the region, ensuring investigations comply with Saudi Labour Law and internal standards.

You will advise HRBPs and managers on disciplinary actions, performance, terminations, compliance with local regulations, Saudisation, and data privacy, while partnering with global ER teams to harmonize policies and drive fair outcomes.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in HR or ER roles.
• 4+ years in workplace investigations or employee relations.
• Deep knowledge of Saudi Labor Law, including contracts, hours, termination, Saudisation, and compliance.
• Familiarity with global ER practices and cross-border collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct impartial workplace investigations.
• Advise HRBPs and managers on ER matters, including disciplinary actions, performance management, terminations, accommodations, and complex leave scenarios under local law.
• Present investigation findings and recommend outcomes that are fair, legally compliant, and culturally appropriate.
• Review and counsel on employee separations, ensuring adherence to Saudi termination procedures and end-of-service benefits.
• Collaborate with internal and external legal counsel to mitigate risk and ensure compliance with Saudi regulations, including Saudisation and data privacy laws.
• Partner with global ER and HR teams to harmonize policies while adapting to Saudi requirements.
• Monitor trends and emerging issues in the region; develop proactive training and strategies.

Skills

HR Experience

Workplace Investigations

Saudi Labor Law

Cross-border Collaboration

English Communication

Job description

About Lucid

At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.

We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and productionhappening in-houseacross our global offices andmanufacturingfacilities.Ourteamscomefromindustriesaround the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence.By refusing to settle, youcanhelpredefinewhat’spossible andshape the future of mobility.

The Manager, Employee Relations for Saudi Arabia will lead complex employee relations matters across the region,ensuring thorough workplace investigations are completed in compliance with Saudi Labor Law and related regulations. This role reports into the Head of Employee Relations (US) and global ER teams to maintain consistent standards while respecting local legal and cultural requirements. The ERBP will act as a trusted advisor to HR Business Partners and business leaders, driving fair, transparent, and defensible solutions aligned with Lucid’s values and Saudi employment regulations.

You Will:

• Conduct impartial workplace investigationsinto potential policy violations, ensuring compliance with Saudi Labor Law and company standards.
• Advise HRBPs and managerson ER matters, including disciplinary actions, performance management, terminations, accommodations, and complex leave scenarios under local law.
• Present investigation findingsand recommend outcomes that are fair, legally compliant, and culturallyappropriate.
• Review and counsel on employee separations, ensuring adherence to Saudi termination procedures and end-of-service benefit requirements.
• Collaborate with internal and external legal counselto mitigate risk and ensure compliance with Saudi regulations, including Saudization (Nitaqat) and data privacy laws (PDPL).
• Partner with global ER and HR teamsto harmonize policies while adapting to Saudi-specific requirements.
• Monitor trends and emerging issuesin the region; develop proactive strategies and training to address workplace concerns.
• Consult on accommodation requests, including medical and religious considerations, in line with Saudi law and cultural norms.

You Bring:

• 8+ years in HR or ER roles, with 4+ years in workplace investigations or employee relations.
• Deep knowledge of Saudi Labor Law, including employment contracts, working hours, termination, Saudization quotas, and compliance frameworks.
• Familiarity withglobal ER practicesand ability to navigate cross-border collaboration.
• Proven experience coaching leaders through ER issues and implementing compliant solutions.
• Strong communicationskills in English.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, andchangemanagement skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive matters with discretion and cultural awareness.
• Preference for candidate with experience in manufacturingand corporate environments

Key Compliance Areas for Saudi Arabia:

• Written employment contracts in Arabic (mandatory).
• Maximum working hours: 8 per day / 48 per week; reduced during Ramadan.
• End-of-service benefits and lawful termination procedures.
• Saudization (Nitaqat) program compliance.
• Wage Protection System (electronic salary payments).
• Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) for investigations and employee data handling.

Compensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays; and a401(k) retirementplan. Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, aredeterminedbased on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results,in accordance withthe terms of the applicable plans.

Equal Opportunity: At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.

Lucid Motors is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need anyaccommodation toparticipatein the application process, please contact us at TA-Operations <@> lucidmotors.com. This email address is designated solely for accommodation requests and is not monitored for job applications or resume submissions. To be considered for employment, all applications must be submitted through the Lucid Motors Careers website.

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