People and Culture Manager (Saudi National)

FAENA; Tabuk; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hospitality brand in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, is seeking an experienced People and Culture Manager to shape the workforce and culture of the team. This role involves managing HR operations, facilitating talent acquisition, and enhancing employee engagement while ensuring compliance with local labor laws. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the hospitality industry and a passion for fostering exceptional team experiences.

Benefits

Competitive package

Development opportunities

Creative working environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Human Resources within luxury hotels or lifestyle hospitality.
• Strong experience in pre-opening and ramp-up environments is highly advantageous.
• Familiarity with Saudi Arabia labor law is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to implement HR operations aligned with company values.
• Support recruitment campaigns and workforce planning for long-term success.
• Foster an inclusive and engaging employee experience from hire to retention.
• Oversee performance management and create personalized development paths.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and company policies.

Skills

Emotional intelligence

Flair for hospitality

People-first leadership

Fluent in English

Job description

Job Description

As People and Culture Manager , you’ll play a key role in shaping the culture, talent, and soul of our opening team. We're seeking someone who is bold, imaginative , and deeply people-focused — a trusted partner who will help bring our Faena values to life.

• Support People & Culture Vision : Partner with the Director of People & Culture to implement and lead day-to-day HR operations. Help implement the People & Culture strategy, aligning with Faena's values and business priorities, and creating an extraordinary workplace culture.
• Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning : Support in recruitment campaigns that attract top talent, while assisting in workforce planning, headcount forecasting, and succession strategies to ensure long-term team success.
• Culture & Engagement : Foster an inclusive, diverse, and collaborative environment, championing employee engagement activities and ensuring a seamless employee experience from hire to retention.Lead onboarding experiences that are immersive, inspiring, and uniquely Faena.Champion employee wellbeing, recognition, and engagement programs.
• Performance & Development : Oversee performance management processes and create personalized development paths that inspire growth and align with Faena’s innovative approach to leadership.
• Compliance & Governance : Ensure full compliance with local labor laws, Saudization targets, and Faena policies, advising leadership on employee relations and ethical practices.
• Operational Excellence : Collaborate across departments to align people strategy with operational needs, and maintain confidential P&C data to inform key business decisions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Human Resources within luxury hotels or lifestyle hospitality.
• Strong experience in pre-opening and ramp-up environments is highly advantageous.
• Familiarity with Saudi Arabia labor law is a strong advantage.
• You’re a people-first leader with emotional intelligence, a flair for hospitality, and a deep commitment to creating meaningful team experiences.
• Fluent in English

Additional Information

What Awaits You…

The opportunity to join an international, innovative, and fast-growing group , committed not only to building new hotels but also to creating a global brand .

The chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding .

Be part of a team that is deeply passionate about creating exceptional hospitality experiences and exploring new locations with every opportunity.

A competitive package along with plenty of development opportunities to grow within the organization.

FAENA The Red Sea is set to become a world-class destination, offering luxury accommodations , unparalleled service , and extraordinary experiences . As a member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and building the teams that will bring this iconic brand to life and ensure the continued success of the property.

If you are looking to make a significant impact on an ambitious, high-profile project and are excited to help shape the future of FAENA The Red Sea , we invite you to apply for this exceptional opportunity.