Talent Acquisition & OD Manager

Waad Education; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Talent Acquisition & Organizational Development Manager to lead recruitment strategies and manage OD initiatives. The ideal candidate should possess over 7 years of HR experience, with a strong focus on talent acquisition and organizational development leadership. Key responsibilities include developing talent acquisition strategies, managing recruitment processes, and implementing organizational development programs. Candidates must have an excellent understanding of Saudi labor laws and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of HR experience with 3+ years in talent acquisition and organizational development leadership.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi labor law and HR best practices.
• Experience managing large-scale recruitment and OD projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement talent acquisition strategies aligned with business needs.
• Lead the full recruitment cycle, managing the recruitment team.
• Design and implement OD programs that support growth.
• Partner with executive leadership on workforce planning.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

HR Best Practices Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s in HR or Business Administration

Job description

We Are Looking for a Talent Acquisition & Organizational Development Manager to lead our recruitment strategy and OD initiatives, ensuring we build a high-performing and engaged workforce.

Key Responsibilities

• Talent Acquisition
  • Develop and implement talent acquisition strategies aligned with business needs.
  • Lead the full recruitment cycle: sourcing, screening, interviewing, and selection.
  • Manage and mentor the recruitment team, ensuring best practices and strong employer branding.
  • Partner with department heads to forecast hiring needs and build proactive talent pipelines.
  • Ensure compliance with Saudi labor laws and internal policies.
  • Utilize data and analytics to measure recruitment performance and quality of hire.
• Organizational Development
  • Design and implement OD programs that support growth and change management.
  • Lead competency frameworks, succession planning, and leadership development.
  • Assess organizational needs and design targeted interventions.
  • Oversee performance management systems and ensure alignment with company goals.
  • Lead employee engagement surveys and action-planning initiatives.
  • Foster a continuous learning culture through training and development programs.
• Strategic HR Partnership
  • Partner with executive leadership on workforce planning and long-term HR strategy.
  • Advise on organizational structure, culture, and transformation initiatives.
  • Lead change management and oversee HR KPIs reporting.

• Bachelor’s in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 7+ years of HR experience, including 3+ years in TA & OD leadership.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi labor law & HR best practices.
• Experience managing large-scale recruitment and OD projects.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
• CIPD/SHRM is a plus.