People & Culture Executive

AccorHotel; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 167,000 - 268,000; Full time

Job summary

Basiqat by Mantis is seeking a People & Culture Executive to join our pre-opening team in Riyadh. You will support the HR function under the People & Culture Manager, overseeing daily operations and ensuring compliance with Saudi labor regulations while aligning with Accor and Mantis standards.

As Assistant Manager, you will coordinate recruitment, onboarding, payroll support, and HR initiatives, building a positive workplace culture from day one and ensuring staffing readiness across

Qualifications

• ,Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Hospitality or related field.
• Minimum 2–3 years in HR/People & Culture, preferably in hospitality.
• Experience in supervisory or Assistant Manager level is desirable.
• Luxury hospitality experience preferred.
• Pre-opening HR experience is a strong advantage.
• Solid knowledge of Saudi Labor Law and Saudization.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily HR operations and support the People & Culture Manager.
• Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and HR administration.
• Support payroll coordination and benefits administration.
• Implement HR policies and pre-opening HR initiatives.
• Maintain HR records and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with department heads to ensure staffing readiness.
• Lead Heartist engagement and employee relations activities.

Skills

Leadership

HR Operations

Recruitment

Payroll

Employee relations

HR compliance

HRIS

Saudi Labor Law

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Hospitality

Tools

SmartRecruiters

HRIS

Payroll systems

Accor systems

Job description

People & Culture Executive

Location Riyadh Saudi Arabia

Department People & Culture

Employment Type Full-Time

Reporting To People & Culture Manager

Position Level Assistant Manager

Job Summary

Basiqat by Mantis is seeking a highly motivated experienced and people-oriented People & Culture Executive to join our pre-opening team The successful candidate will act as a key operational partner to the People & Culture Manager supporting the overall management and administration of the People & Culture function while ensuring compliance with Saudi Arabian labor regulations Accor policies and Mantis brand standards Operating at an Assistant Manager level the People & Culture Executive will take an active role in overseeing day-to-day HR operations coordinating recruitment and onboarding activities supporting payroll and employee relations and implementing People & Culture initiatives across the resort As part of the pre-opening team the role will be instrumental in establishing HR processes implementing policies and procedures supporting workforce mobilization and building a positive and engaging workplace culture from the outset

Key Responsibilities

People & Culture Operations & Departmental Management

• Support the People & Culture Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the People & Culture department
• Act as the department s second-in-command and coordinate HR activities in the absence of the People & Culture Manager within delegated authority
• Ensure the effective implementation of People & Culture policies procedures and operational standards
• Provide guidance and support to department heads and Heartists on HR-related matters
• Supervise and coordinate assigned HR administrative activities ensuring accuracy confidentiality and timely completion
• Maintain effective communication between the People & Culture department and other operational departments
• Assist in preparing departmental reports workforce statistics and management presentations

Pre-Opening People & Culture Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of the resort s pre-opening People & Culture action plan and critical path
• Coordinate recruitment selection and onboarding activities in accordance with the approved manpower plan
• Assist in establishing HR systems employee records personnel files and administrative procedures
• Support the implementation of Accor and Mantis People & Culture policies standards and operational requirements
• Coordinate employee mobilization joining formalities and pre-opening documentation
• Monitor the progress of assigned People & Culture pre-opening tasks and provide regular updates to the People & Culture Manager
• Collaborate with department heads to ensure staffing readiness and smooth integration of newly recruited Heartists
• Assist in preparing employee facilities orientation arrangements and internal communication processes prior to opening

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Coordinate the end-to-end recruitment process including vacancy postings candidate screening interview scheduling reference checks and offer preparation
• Support recruitment activities through SmartRecruiters and other approved recruitment platforms
• Monitor recruitment progress against the approved manpower plan and hiring timelines
• Coordinate with department heads to identify staffing requirements and recruitment priorities
• Ensure recruitment documentation employment offers and joining formalities comply with applicable policies and regulations
• Maintain accurate recruitment trackers and provide regular hiring status reports
• Support workforce planning succession planning and internal career development initiatives

Employee Relations & Heartist Engagement

• Promote a positive respectful and inclusive workplace culture aligned with Accor s Heartist philosophy
• Serve as a point of contact for Heartist inquiries concerns and HR-related requests
• Support employee relations matters including grievance handling disciplinary procedures and workplace investigations under the guidance of the People & Culture Manager
• Coordinate employee engagement recognition well-being and internal communication initiatives
• Support the implementation of employee satisfaction surveys and related improvement plans
• Assist in organizing Heartist events celebrations and recognition programs
• Promote effective communication and professional relationships between management and Heartists

Payroll Compensation & Benefits Administration

• Coordinate monthly payroll preparation in collaboration with Finance and relevant departments
• Review attendance records leave balances overtime allowances and payroll-related adjustments
• Verify employee information and payroll inputs to ensure accuracy and timely processing
• Support the administration of employee benefits medical insurance and applicable allowances
• Coordinate employee contract amendments salary adjustments and other employment changes
• Assist in preparing employee final settlements end-of-service benefit calculations and separation documentation
• Ensure payroll and benefits administration complies with applicable Saudi Labor Law requirements and internal policies

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 3 years of progressive experience in Human Resources or People & Culture, preferably within the hospitality industry.
• Previous experience in an HR supervisory, senior executive, or Assistant Manager-level position is highly desirable.
• Experience within luxury hotels, resorts, or internationally recognized hospitality brands is preferred.
• Previous hotel or resort pre-opening experience is a strong advantage.
• Solid knowledge of Saudi Labor Law, employment regulations, Saudization requirements, and HR compliance.
• Practical experience in recruitment, employee relations, payroll coordination, performance management, and HR administration.
• Familiarity with Saudi government platforms, including Qiwa, GOSI, and Mudad.
• Experience with HRIS, payroll systems, and recruitment platforms; familiarity with Accor systems and SmartRecruiters is an advantage.
• Professional HR certifications such as CIPD, SHRM, or equivalent are desirable.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management capabilities, with the ability to coordinate departmental activities and support junior team members.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and employee relations skills.
• Excellent command of English; Arabic proficiency is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, policies, and employment compliance.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive employee matters with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict-resolution skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in HR documentation and reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work effectively with department heads, management, and employees at all levels.
• Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and initiative.
• Passion for employee engagement, talent development, and luxury hospitality.
• Flexibility, resilience, and adaptability to the demands of a pre-opening environment.