Director of HR Strategy (Saudi Only)

Director of HR Strategy

Workplace: On-site – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Employment Type: Full-time

Seniority Level: Director

Industry: Government Administration – Real Estate

Job Overview

The Director of HR Strategy serves as the senior leader responsible for developing, driving, and executing a comprehensive Human Resources strategy that aligns with the organization’s overall strategic objectives. This role plays a central part in enabling organizational excellence, strengthening governance, and ensuring that HR practices support the company’s long-term vision.

The position acts as a strategic partner to executive leadership and leads major transformation initiatives, organizational design programs, and talent strategies across the company.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Planning & HR Governance

• Develop, update, and implement the organization’s comprehensive HR strategy in alignment with corporate goals and government requirements.
• Lead the review and enhancement of HR policies, regulations, and governance frameworks to ensure legal compliance and competitive alignment.
• Oversee the development and continuous improvement of HR governance models.

2. Organizational Design & Workforce Planning

• Lead initiatives related to organizational structures , job design, workforce planning, and capability mapping.
• Ensure all organizational development activities support efficiency, clarity, and high performance.
• Support executive leadership in developing and maintaining a sustainable organizational model.

3. Leadership & Talent Management

• Develop and implement strategies for leadership acquisition, succession planning, and high-potential talent development .
• Oversee initiatives that strengthen workforce readiness and talent pipelines.

4. Performance Culture & Employee Experience

• Drive the implementation of a performance-driven culture across the organization.
• Introduce programs that promote productivity, collaboration, engagement, and employee well-being.
• Lead culture transformation initiatives and ensure consistent communication of organizational values.

5. Data Analytics & Strategic Reporting

• Provide executive leadership with regular strategic reports on HR readiness, performance metrics, and workforce trends.
• Leverage HR data and analytics to support strategic decision-making and evaluate organizational health.

6. Digital Transformation & Innovation

• Support digital HR transformation initiatives and ensure strong adoption of systems such as SAP SuccessFactors or equivalent HR platforms.
• Promote innovation across HR functions to enhance employee experience and operational efficiency.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration , or a related field.
• Master’s degree (MBA/HRM) is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in HR strategy, corporate governance, organizational development, or related strategic leadership roles.
• Demonstrated experience in leading major organizational transformations .
• Strong executive presence with exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and decision-making capabilities.
• Solid understanding of HR digital systems such as SuccessFactors or similar platforms.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Planning & Execution
• Organizational Design & Change Management
• Policy Development & Governance
• Talent Management & Leadership Development
• Analytical and Data-Driven Decision Making
• Executive Communication & Stakeholder Influence
• Building High-Performance Cultures
• Cross-Functional Leadership