Senior People & Operations Manager

eMagine Solutions; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading GCC company is seeking a Senior People & Operations Manager for their Saudi operations. This strategic role combines HR, executive support, and finance operations. The ideal candidate will have strong HR experience in high-growth environments, with a proven ability to manage various operational responsibilities. You will lead recruitment, ensure compliance with Saudi labor laws, and streamline office and finance processes. This is a significant opportunity to shape the strategic direction within a fast-growing organization.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience in HR or finance operations.
• Proven track record in shared services or people & operations roles.
• Strong grounding in Saudi labor law and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead core HR operations in KSA.
• Own recruitment processes for key roles.
• Manage compliance-related documentation and government portals.
• Support finance operations including payroll.

Skills

Strong HR experience

Operational management

Bilingual in Arabic & English

Consulting-style mindset

Compliance knowledge

Proactive organization

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

We’re partnering with a top GCC company in high-growth mode to hire a Senior People & Operations Manager a foundational hire who will sit at the heart of their Saudi operations.

This is not a traditional, siloed HR role. It’s a broad, strategic, and hands‑on position that blends HR, executive support, office management, and finance operations. You’ll be the connective tissue across people, processes, and leadership helping build a scalable, compliant, and high‑performing operation as the company continues its rapid expansion.

Why this role matters

The company is entering a new phase of growth in KSA and needs a trusted operator who can own and eventually lead a mixed portfolio of responsibilities:

• HR (c. 50%) – talent acquisition, onboarding, HR operations, Saudization, compliance
• Executive Support (c. 25%) – supporting senior leadership on coordination, priorities, and follow‑through
• Office Management (c. 15%) – running the Riyadh office, vendors, and day‑to‑day environment
• Finance Operations (c. 10%) – payments execution, coordination with HQ finance, and basic controls

You’ll work closely with a senior leader with a consulting background, so a structured, analytical, consulting‑style approach will be a strong advantage.

What you’ll do

In this role, you will:

• Lead core HR operations in KSA
• Own recruitment processes (sourcing, screening, interview coordination) for key roles.
• Manage onboarding, offboarding, HR documentation, and HRIS updates.
• Drive Saudization initiatives and ensure full compliance with Saudi labor law and regulatory frameworks.
• Coordinate payroll and HR administration with local partners and HQ.
• Act as a strategic partner to leadership
• Provide day‑to‑day executive support to the KSA General Manager (scheduling, prioritization, follow‑ups).
• Help translate strategic priorities into operational actions and track execution.
• Prepare and maintain key trackers, summaries, and light reporting for leadership.
• Run the Riyadh office smoothly
• Oversee office management: facilities, vendors, supplies, and a professional, welcoming environment.
• Manage compliance‑related documentation (Iqama, visas, contracts, renewals) and government portals (e.g., Mudad, Qiwa, Muqeem, GOSI) in coordination with partners.
• Coordinate with external providers on telecoms, logistics, and other local services.
• Support finance operations
• Execute day‑to‑day payments (payroll, government payments, vendors) in coordination with HQ Finance.
• Help maintain accuracy, timeliness, and basic internal controls across finance operations.
• Build for the future
• Help shape scalable processes and documentation across HR, office, and finance ops.
• Partner with universities and institutions to build local talent pipelines.
• Contribute ideas on how to structure and evolve the shared services function as the team grows.

Who we’re looking for

• Saudi with strong HR experience and a track record in shared services / people & operations roles.
• 4–6 years’ experience across HR, finance operations, or shared services, ideally in fintech, tech, or other high‑growth environments.
• Bilingual in Arabic & English, with clear, confident communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong compliance grounding: Saudi labor law, GOSI, and HR/finance regulatory frameworks.
• Proven operational strength: managing payroll, payments, vendors, office operations, and documentation end‑to‑end.
• Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable with ambiguity – able to multitask, prioritize, and operate independently in a fast‑paced setting.
• A consulting‑style mindset (whether from consulting or similar environments): structured thinking, problem‑solving, and comfort working closely with senior leadership.

Timing & growth potential

• This is an important but not urgent hire, with a target start in early 2026. That means we can be selective and deliberate, focusing on quality and long‑term fit rather than speed.
• Depending on the strength and profile of candidates, the company may evolve this into two roles in the future (e.g., HR & Finance Ops Officer + Executive Support & Office Management).
• Strong candidates who are an excellent fit for part of the scope – but not the full mix – may be kept in an internal talent pipeline for future opportunities.

If you’re a Saudi with a strong HR foundation and the ambition to own a broad people & operations portfolio at a fast‑growing GCC company, this role offers a rare chance to build something meaningful from the ground up.