People and Culture Manager

Accorhotel; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 279,000 - 446,000; Full time

Job summary

Accorhotel in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, seeks an experienced People and Culture Manager to shape our people strategy and lead a cross-functional HR function. You will partner with senior leadership to drive workforce excellence, talent development, and culture initiatives while ensuring compliance with local labor laws.

You will oversee recruitment, onboarding, and performance management, coach managers, and champion a transparent, inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources or related discipline.
• 3-5 years of professional experience in a People and Culture or HR role.
• Proven experience managing employee relations, performance management, and workplace relations.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi Arabian labor laws, regulations, and employment practices.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to build relationships across all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated experience mentoring direct reports.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive evidence-based decision-making.
• Personal integrity, transparency, and the ability to lead effectively through organizational change.
• Proficiency in English (written and verbal).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive People and Culture strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and retention initiatives in compliance with Saudi labor regulations.
• Coach and develop the People and Culture team and support professional growth.
• Partner with department heads on workforce planning and resourcing to meet operational needs.
• Oversee onboarding, training programs, and probationary reviews for consistency and quality.
• Mentor managers on performance management and workplace relations.
• Handle employee relations matters with sensitivity and compliance.
• Analyze engagement survey results and drive improvement initiatives.
• Design and implement P&C programs including rewards, wellbeing, and leadership development.
• Ensure training compliance and maintain personnel records and databases.
• Prepare regular P&C reporting and analytics for strategic decisions.
• Contribute to annual business planning and budgeting for P&C.

Skills

HR knowledge

Employee relations

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

English proficiency

Negotiation

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS

People analytics

Job description

We're looking for an experienced and empathetic People and Culture Manager to join our organization in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape and lead our people strategy, build strong organizational systems, and foster a positive, inclusive culture across our operations. As the trusted People and Culture voice within our leadership team, you'll partner with department heads and senior management to drive workforce excellence, support talent development, and navigate complex people challenges with transparency and integrity. With a dedicated team supporting you and the full backing of senior leadership, you'll have the scope to influence, innovate, and make a meaningful impact on our organizational culture.

• Develop and execute a comprehensive People and Culture strategy that aligns with organizational goals and fosters an inclusive, engaging workplace environment
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and retention initiatives to attract and retain top talent across all departments in compliance with Saudi labor regulations
• Manage, coach, and develop your People and Culture team, building their capabilities and supporting their professional growth
• Partner with department heads on workforce planning, organizational structure, and resourcing to meet operational needs
• Oversee employee onboarding, training programs, and probationary reviews to ensure consistency and quality across the organization
• Coach and mentor managers on performance management, difficult conversations, and effective workplace relations
• Handle employee relations matters with sensitivity and professionalism, maintaining accurate documentation and ensuring compliance with local labor laws
• Analyze employee engagement survey results and drive targeted improvement initiatives to enhance workplace satisfaction and retention
• Design and implement People and Culture programs including reward and recognition, employee wellbeing, talent management, and leadership development
• Ensure compliance training is completed, tracked, and documented; maintain accurate personnel records and training databases
• Prepare regular People and Culture reporting and analytics to inform strategic decision-making
• Contribute to annual business planning and budgeting for the People and Culture function

Required Qualifications:

• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or related discipline
• 3-5 years of professional experience in a People and Culture or Human Resources role
• Proven experience managing employee relations, performance management, and workplace relations matters
• Strong knowledge of Saudi Arabian labor laws, regulations, and employment practices
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to build relationships across all organizational levels
• Demonstrated experience managing and mentoring direct reports
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive evidence-based decision-making
• Personal integrity, transparency, and the ability to lead effectively through organizational change
• Proficiency in English (written and verbal)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a hospitality, multisite, or matrix organizational environment
• Background in leading complex employee relations investigations and resolutions
• Experience with employee engagement surveys and culture transformation initiatives
• Knowledge of international or multicultural workforce management
• Familiarity with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) and people analytics tools
• Experience designing and implementing talent management and leadership development programs
• Certification in Human Resources management or related professional credential

Ihr Team und Arbeitsumfeld:

In 1-2 Sätzen stellen Sie das Team, das Hotel oder den Arbeitsplatz so vor, dass sie die Kultur widerspiegeln

Hinweis: Die Anpassung kann an spezifische lokale oder gesetzliche Anforderungen erfolgen, wie z.B. Arbeitserlaubnis

Unser Engagement für Diversity & Inclusion:

Wir sind ein integratives Unternehmen und unser Ziel ist es, vielfältige Talente anzuziehen, zu rekrutieren und zu fördern.