Human Resources Manager (Saudi Arabia, Global Securities Brokerage, Foundational Hire)
The successful candidate must have set-up 0 to 1 HR experience.
About the Role
This is a foundational HR leadership role responsible for establishing our presence in Saudi Arabia. You will be tasked with building HR policies from the ground up, ensuring 100% regulatory compliance, and leading talent acquisition strategies that balance business needs with nationalization targets.
Key Responsibilities
- 0→1 Entity Setup: Lead the end-to-end setup of HR operations for a new legal entity in KSA, ensuring alignment with both regional headquarters and local mandates.
- Strategic Talent Acquisition & Saudization: Lead end-to-end recruitment with a heavy focus on achieving and maintaining high Nitaqat levels. Develop creative sourcing strategies for both Saudi nationals and expatriates.
- Regulatory Compliance & Government Relations: Manage all interactions with the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD), GOSI (General Organization for Social Insurance), and the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA).
- Digital Workforce Management: Oversee the administration of essential Saudi labor portals, including Qiwa (contracts and authentication), Muqeem (visas and residency), and Mudad (Wages Protection System compliance).
- Policy Development: Draft and implement Internal Work Regulations (IWR) that comply with Saudi Labor Law, ensuring they are officially certified via the Qiwa platform.
- Employee Relations & Advisory: Act as the primary advisor to management on local labor nuances, including termination protocols, end-of-service benefits (ESB) calculations, and cultural integration.
Requirements
Qualifications & Expertise
- Experience: 8+ years of HR experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership or foundational role within Saudi Arabia.
- Regulatory Mastery: Deep, up-to-date knowledge of Saudi Labor Law and the Nitaqat system.
- Systems Proficiency: Hands-on experience with Qiwa, Muqeem, GOSI, and Mudad is an advantage.
- C&B Knowledge: Familiarity with Saudi market salary benchmarks and the mandatory Wages Protection System (WPS).
- Soft Skills: Exceptional stakeholder management skills; ability to navigate a fast-paced, scaling environment while maintaining high integrity.
