Chief Human Resources Officer

Executive Opportunity | VP Human Resources / Chief Human Resources Officer

We are looking for Vice President of Human Resources (VP HR / CHRO) for a leading drilling and energy services company operating in Saudi Arabia. This is a rare C-suite mandate for a seasoned HR executive ready to shape the people strategy of a high-growth, operationally complex organization.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the CEO, the VP HR / CHRO will serve as the principal architect of the company's Human Capital strategy. This is not a transactional HR role — it demands a visionary leader capable of driving transformation, embedding a high-performance culture, and ensuring the organisation is equipped with the talent needed to sustain long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute enterprise-wide HR strategy aligned with corporate vision and business objectives
• Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and Executive Leadership Team on all workforce matters
• Lead talent acquisition, succession planning, and leadership development frameworks
• Oversee compensation, total rewards, and performance management strategies
• Champion Saudization / nationalization initiatives and build local talent pipelines
• Drive HR digital transformation and workforce analytics capabilities
• Ensure full compliance with Saudi labour law, regulatory requirements, and corporate governance
• Lead and develop a team of 5 direct reports across all HR functions

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field
• Professional certification (SHRM, CIPD) is a strong advantage
• Minimum 15 years of progressive HR leadership , with at least 8–10 years in senior leadership
• Proven background in the energy, oil & gas, drilling, or industrial sectors
• Experience leading HR in complex, multinational or JV environments