Manager, Performance and Talent

Catrion Group; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading talent management firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Performance and Talent Manager to design and implement talent management and performance strategies. You will oversee performance management processes and collaborate with leadership to align talent strategies with business needs. The ideal candidate has deep knowledge of performance systems, strong collaboration skills, and a certification in talent management. Competitive compensation and professional development opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of performance appraisal systems.
• Excellent data analysis skills and experience with HR metrics.
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement talent management programs.
• Manage the cycle of performance management.
• Oversee the development of KPIs and metrics.

Skills

Performance appraisal systems

Career development frameworks

Learning management systems

Data analysis skills

Facilitation skills

Collaboration skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Certification in talent management (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP)

Job description

Overview

Job Purpose Statement: The Performance and Talent Manager is entrusted with designing, implementing, and managing talent management and performance strategies to support the company’s objectives. This role focuses on optimizing performance processes, developing talent, and ensuring a strong succession pipeline that supports both business performance and employee growth.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement talent management programs, including succession planning, career pathing, and leadership development.
• Manage the full cycle of performance management: goal setting, reviews, feedback, and performance improvement plans.
• Conduct needs assessments and gap analyses to identify skill gaps and development opportunities.
• Design and deliver training, mentoring, and coaching programs for high-potential employees and leadership.
• Lead regular talent reviews and manage the identification and career management of top talent.
• Oversee the development of KPIs and metrics for talent and performance initiatives, track and report results to senior leadership.
• Collaborate with HR, business leaders, and department heads to ensure talent strategies are aligned with business needs.
• Ensure all talent management practices are compliant with labor laws and support diversity, equity, and inclusion goals.
• Communicate program effectiveness through regular insights, reports, and recommendations to management.

Communication & Working Relationships

Internal: Collaborates across all departments, HR, senior leadership
External: Works with talent development consultants, training vendors, and industry associations to implement best practices.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Deep knowledge of performance appraisal systems, career development frameworks, and learning management systems.
• Certification in talent management (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP) is a plus
• Excellent data analysis skills and experience with HR metrics and KPIs.
• Superior facilitation, coaching, and presentation capabilities.
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
• Understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion principles