HRBP

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Saudization & Talent Acquisition: Drive full-cycle recruitment with a primary focus on achieving and maintaining required Saudization (Nitaqat) quotas. Develop sustainable talent pipelines through local university partnerships and government programs (e.g., Hafiz).
• HR Operations & Compliance: Oversee end-to-end HR operations. Ensure 100% compliance by managing payroll via the Wage Protection System (WPS), administering GOSI for Saudi nationals, and handling all governmental reporting and liaisons (with MHRSD, Jawazat, etc.).
• Expatriate Management: Take full ownership of the IQAMA lifecycle for expatriate employees, including visas, renewals, sponsorship transfers, and dependent procedures.
• Strategic Business Partnership: Partner closely with local and headquarters leadership to implement HR strategies that support business objectives. Provide expert guidance on people matters within the local context.
• Performance & Culture: Facilitate performance management cycles and lead initiatives to foster an engaging, productive, and culturally respectful work environment. Design competitive, localized benefits.
• HR Systems & Data: Ensure accuracy in HRIS and generate all mandatory reports for both management and government authorities.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of proven experience as an HRBP or HR Manager in Saudi Arabia, with in-depth, hands-on knowledge of Saudi Labor Law, Nitaqat, WPS, GOSI, and Iqama procedures.
• Established network and direct experience dealing with Saudi government entities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with high cultural intelligence. Fluency in English and Arabic (written and spoken) is essential.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to navigate ambiguity and build processes from the ground up.