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Qiddiya | القدية

<div>
 Qiddiya Investment Company is on the lookout for a visionary Director of Strategic Planning &amp; Economic Development to lead our efforts in shaping and executing strategic initiatives that enhance economic growth within our progressive entertainment and leisure development. This executive role demands a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of economic trends, coupled with the ability to formulate and implement effective strategies that support our ambitious project goals.
 
 
 The Director will oversee the development of comprehensive economic strategies, coordinate various projects, and ensure alignment with Qiddiya's mission to create a vibrant and sustainable environment for entertainment and tourism. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, exceptional analytical capabilities, and a collaborative mindset.
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Corporate Strategy &amp; Mandate
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead the definition, refresh, and articulation of QCA's strategy, including mandate clarity, strategic objectives, services portfolio, revenue levers, and long-term financial sustainability
 </li>
 <li>
 Translate national and shareholder priorities into clear strategic choices, trade-offs, and sequencing decisions for QCA leadership
 </li>
 <li>
 Own the development of multi-year strategic roadmaps, ensuring alignment between ambition, capacity, funding, and delivery readiness
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Execution &amp; Performance Governance
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Design, establish, and continuously mature the Authority-wide execution system, including planning cycles, performance reviews, portfolio governance, and escalation mechanisms
 </li>
 <li>
 Own entity KPI architecture and performance management, ensuring insight-led reviews, accountability, and corrective action
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee the prioritization, sequencing, and active management of strategic initiatives and programs, intervening decisively where delivery is at risk
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Operating Model &amp; Institutional Maturity
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Define, monitor and improve QCA's target operating model, including decision rights, governance forums, approval pathways, cross-functional interfaces, organization, processes, policies and enablers
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise leadership on organizational readiness, capacity constraints, and operating implications of strategic choices
 </li>
 <li>
 Drive institutionalization of strategy through standards, methodologies, and governance discipline
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Executive, Board &amp; Stakeholder Engagement
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead the preparation of Committees and Board materials, including strategy documents, decision memos, performance deep dives, and risk assessments
 </li>
 <li>
 Act as a senior interface with government entities, regulators, and ecosystem stakeholders to ensure strategic alignment, policy coherence, and coordinated delivery
 </li>
 <li>
 Support leadership in high-stakes discussions, framing options, implications, and recommendations with clarity and rigor
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 People &amp; Team Leadership
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead, coach, and develop the Strategy function, setting clear expectations, performance standards, and capability-building pathways
 </li>
 <li>
 Build a high-caliber, motivated team capable of operating at executive and board level
 </li>
 <li>
 Govern external consultants and advisors, ensuring value realization, quality assurance, and effective knowledge transfer to internal teams
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Risk, Opportunity &amp; Value Realization
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Identify strategic risks, dependencies, and opportunities across QCA's portfolio and operating environment
 </li>
 <li>
 Drive executive-level actions to accelerate readiness, mitigate risks, and unlock value, ensuring momentum toward steady-state sustainability
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Master's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Public Policy, or a related field
 </li>
 <li>
 10+ years of relevant experience in strategic planning, economic development, or related areas, with a focus on large-scale projects
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated ability to lead complex initiatives and engage effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with a proven track record of achieving strategic outcomes
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience working within the GCC / KSA environment is highly desirable
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
 Offering a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.
</div>

Director - Strategic Planning & Economic Development

Qiddiya Investment Company

<div>Qiddiya Investment Company is on the lookout for a visionary Director of Strategic Planning &amp; Economic Development to lead our efforts in shaping and executing strategic initiatives that enhance economic growth within our progressive entertainment and leisure development. This executive role demands a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of economic trends, coupled with the ability to formulate and implement effective strategies that support our ambitious project goals.
The Director will oversee the development of comprehensive economic strategies, coordinate various projects, and ensure alignment with Qiddiya's mission to create a vibrant and sustainable environment for entertainment and tourism. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, exceptional analytical capabilities, and a collaborative mindset.
Key Responsibilities
Corporate Strategy &amp; Mandate<ul>
<li>
Lead the definition, refresh, and articulation of QCA&rsquo;s strategy, including mandate clarity, strategic objectives, services portfolio, revenue levers, and long-term financial sustainability.</li>
<li>Translate national and shareholder priorities into clear strategic choices, trade-offs, and sequencing decisions for QCA leadership.</li>
<li>Own the development of multi-year strategic roadmaps, ensuring alignment between ambition, capacity, funding, and delivery readiness.</li>
</ul>
Execution &amp; Performance Governance<ul>
<li>
Design, establish, and continuously mature the Authority-wide execution system, including planning cycles, performance reviews, portfolio governance, and escalation mechanisms.</li>
<li>Own entity KPI architecture and performance management, ensuring insight-led reviews, accountability, and corrective action.</li>
<li>Oversee the prioritization, sequencing, and active management of strategic initiatives and programs, intervening decisively where delivery is at risk.</li>
</ul>
Operating Model &amp; Institutional Maturity<ul>
<li>
Define, monitor and improve QCA&rsquo;s target operating model, including decision rights, governance forums, approval pathways, cross-functional interfaces, organization, processes, policies and enablers</li>
<li>Advise leadership on organizational readiness, capacity constraints, and operating implications of strategic choices.</li>
<li>Drive institutionalization of strategy through standards, methodologies, and governance discipline</li>
</ul>
Executive, Board &amp; Stakeholder Engagement<ul>
<li>
Lead the preparation of Committees and Board materials, including strategy documents, decision memos, performance deep dives, and risk assessments.</li>
<li>Act as a senior interface with government entities, regulators, and ecosystem stakeholders to ensure strategic alignment, policy coherence, and coordinated delivery.</li>
<li>Support leadership in high-stakes discussions, framing options, implications, and recommendations with clarity and rigor.</li>
</ul>
People &amp; Team Leadership<ul>
<li>
Lead, coach, and develop the Strategy function, setting clear expectations, performance standards, and capability-building pathways.</li>
<li>Build a high-caliber, motivated team capable of operating at executive and board level.</li>
<li>Govern external consultants and advisors, ensuring value realization, quality assurance, and effective knowledge transfer to internal teams.</li>
</ul>
Risk, Opportunity &amp; Value Realization<ul>
<li>
Identify strategic risks, dependencies, and opportunities across QCA&rsquo;s portfolio and operating environment.</li>
<li>Drive executive-level actions to accelerate readiness, mitigate risks, and unlock value, ensuring momentum toward steady-state sustainability.</li>
</ul>
Requirements<ul><li><ul>
<li>
Master&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Public Policy, or a related field.</li>
<li>10+ years of relevant experience in strategic planning, economic development, or related areas, with a focus on large-scale projects.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to lead complex initiatives and engage effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.</li>
<li>Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with a proven track record of achieving strategic outcomes.</li>
<li>Experience working within the GCC / KSA environment is highly desirable.</li>
</ul></li></ul>
Benefits
Offering a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.</div>

<div>Job Description
Reports to: Managing Director, Saudi Arabia 
Location: Riyadh, KSA
Role Purpose
The Strategic Projects Realization Director is a critically important role that enables the MD KSA to work most effectively with internal and external stakeholders and to fulfill commitments to customers, partners, and the leadership team. This is not an administrative role, it is a highly strategic and facilitative position that requires strong strategic thinking, exceptional judgment, discretion, and a hands-on approach to driving execution.
He/she serves as an integrator, operator, and orchestrator&mdash;shaping the KSA strategy and 3&ndash;5-year roadmap, translating it into a governed portfolio of programs, and ensuring timely decisions, risk management, and measurable value creation in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030.
Strategy &amp; Operating Rhythm<ul><li>
Own and lead the Saudi strategy and 3&ndash;5-year roadmap aligned to Vision 2030 outcomes and national priorities.</li><li>
Synchronize functional/unit strategies with the KSA enterprise strategy; embed clear OKR&rsquo;s, KPIs, and outcome measures.</li><li>
Design and run the operational calendar for strategy execution (e.g., territory action plan (TAP) reviews, , Profit Plan/Forecasting Day, S&amp;OP, Scorecard cadence).</li><li>
Drive cross-functional interlocks; cascade strategy into quarterly/annual plans with milestones, accountabilities, and dependencies.</li><li>
Track execution health and risks; trigger early interventions; ensure escalations/decisions happen at the right level and speed.</li><li>
Leverage the MD&rsquo;s time for maximum impact&mdash;optimize for decision quality and content, not logistics.</li><li>
Prepare and facilitate Leadership Team meetings, KSA Business Reviews, Brand Reviews (templates, discussion framing, attendees &amp; actions), Town Halls, and Cycle Meetings.</li><li>
Validate pre-reads, decision memos, and post-meeting actions; hold owners accountable for timely follow-through.</li></ul>
Orchestration of Strategic Projects<ul><li>
Lead coordination of priority projects and commitments involving the Managing Director and their direct reports.</li><li>
Actively partners with Regional Business Development to ensure projects are progressing according to management and stakeholder expectations.</li><li>
Ensure alignment across global, regional, and market stakeholders; propose mitigation actions when alignment is lacking.</li><li>
Deep-dive into a select portfolio of high-impact initiatives while maintaining a broad understanding of all projects under the MD&rsquo;s remit.</li><li>
Apply tact, diplomacy, and persistence to navigate complex cross-functional dynamics.</li><li>
Facilitate escalations and trade-offs across functions (Medical, Commercial, Manufacturing, Market Access, Legal/Compliance, Finance, Supply Chain, Business Development).</li><li>
Actively manage enterprise risks and opportunities.</li><li>
Partner with HR to drive engagement and culture-building initiatives.</li><li>
Serve as single point of contact (SPOC) for regionally initiated projects, coordinate with all relevant stakeholders.</li></ul>
Enterprise Program Delivery &amp; Governance<ul><li>
Maintain a coherent KSA enterprise portfolio with investment criteria, stage gates, benefit tracking, and RAG status.</li><li>
Build and continuously improve the governance, risk, and planning infrastructure to run major programs in a controlled and compliant way.</li></ul>
Ecosystem &amp; Alliances (KSA)<ul><li>
Support external affairs in the interface with MOH, SFDA, MISA, LCGPA, NUPCO, PIF/Lifera, and other relevant stakeholders.</li><li>
Unlock incentives, approvals, and long-term offtakes; align to local content and procurement mechanisms.</li><li>
Structure and negotiate MoUs, offtake agreements, tech transfer contracts, and JV frameworks; ensure commercial viability and regulatory fit.</li></ul>
Value Creation &amp; Reporting<ul><li>
Quantify and report local value: local manufacturing depth, supplier development, tech transfer milestones, workforce/Saudization, and supply resilience KPIs.</li><li>
Build executive dashboards (e.g., Portfolio RAG, Risk heatmaps, Local Content %, Tender eligibility, Cash &amp; Capex) and present to Country Leadership, EEMEA/Global BD, and external steering bodies.</li><li>
Track and communicate benefits realized vs. plan (e.g., NPV/IRR, time-to-impact, cost-to-serve, access/tender wins).</li></ul>
Market Intelligence &amp; Foresight<ul><li><ul><li>Lead localization and new product launches strategy across, working with BUDs and cross functional leaders to deliver timely, high impact responses.</li></ul></li><li>
Propose innovative partnership models to secure long-term competitive advantage.</li><li>
Maintain a forward-looking signals deck to inform MD and LT decision-making.</li></ul>
Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business, Economics, Engineering, Pharmacy/Sciences, or related field; MBA or relevant Master&rsquo;s preferred.</li><li>
10&ndash;15+ years in strategy/PMO/enterprise program management, corporate development, or government partnerships; healthcare, or biopharma experience strongly preferred.</li><li>
Proven experience working with KSA authorities (e.g., MOH, SFDA, MISA, LCGPA, NUPCO, PIF/Lifera) and navigating approvals, incentives, and procurement/local content frameworks.</li><li>
Business development experience, with a track record of structuring/negotiating MoUs, offtakes, JV frameworks, and tech-transfer agreements.</li><li>
Strong financial acumen (business cases, NPV/IRR, scenario/portfolio analysis).</li><li>
Demonstrated success leading cross-functional delivery in complex, regulated environments with strict governance/compliance requirements.</li><li>
Ability to quickly develop strong relationships across global, regional, and local functions.</li><li>
Fluent English: Arabic fluency strongly preferred.</li></ul> 
Technical &amp; Functional Competencies<ul><li>
Strategic leadership</li><li>
Program/Project Management</li><li>
Deep knowledge of Saudi healthcare and regulatory environment</li><li>
Business development, commercial modeling, deal structuring, and negotiation.</li><li>
Data visualization &amp; reporting , advanced Excel/PowerPoint.</li><li>
Executive communication, Stakeholder engagement , and decision framing.</li></ul>
Leadership &amp; Behavioral Competencies<ul><li>
Strategic Planning Enterprise mindset; ability to orchestrate across various functions internally and externally</li><li>
Emotional Intelligence: High judgment, integrity, and discretion; resilient under pressure.</li><li>
Influence: Tactful influencer with strong diplomacy and stakeholder management.</li><li>
Execution Excellence: Bias to action; escalates and resolves issues at the right level with urgency.</li><li>
Coaching &amp; Development: Talent developer and culture builder.</li></ul> 
Required Skills:
Accountability, Business Strategies, Data-Driven Decision Making, Influencing Skills, Key Performance Indicators (KPI), Leadership, Market Access, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Planning
Preferred Skills:
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Requisition ID:R385420</div>

Strategic Planning Director Saudi Arabia

Confidential Government

<div>
 
 
 Job Summary
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Leads the central planning function within the EPMO, overseeing integrated planning, scheduling, and performance management across construction and facility management programs to ensure alignment with strategic government objectives.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Main Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead centralized planning and scheduling strategy across all projects
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee development and consolidation of master program schedules
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure alignment between project timelines, budgets, and strategic priorities
 </li>
 <li>
 Establish planning standards, methodologies, and governance frameworks
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor portfolio performance, progress, and milestone achievement
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify schedule risks and implement recovery and mitigation plans
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee reporting dashboards and executive performance updates
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate with project teams, PMOs, and government stakeholders
 </li>
 <li>
 Drive continuous improvement in planning and project controls practices
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering (Master&rsquo;s preferred)
 </li>
 <li>
 8 - 10 years of experience in project planning and controls within construction or infrastructure
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong experience in government or large-scale program environments
 </li>
 <li>
 Expertise in scheduling tools and portfolio performance management
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven leadership in managing multi-project planning functions
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Central Planning Executive Director

Parsons

<div>In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! 

At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what&rsquo;s possible. 
Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Head of Planning to join our team! In this role you will get to Develops, manages, and/or executes all phases of the project controls effort (planning/scheduling and cost analysis). Typically manages small to medium-sized projects. The incumbent utilizes widely diversified knowledge of project controls activities, and draws upon extensive experience and exposure to various types of projects and clients.
What You'll Be Doing:<ul><li>
Establish the project Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) in coordination with the Project Manager</li><li>
Develop detailed schedules with resource/cost loading at the activity level.</li><li>
Develop and maintain detailed deliverable lists for each design project in coordination with Project/Engineering Manager.</li><li>
Implement a deliverable-based progress measurement model and coordinate with Leads to maintain periodic updates.</li><li>
Utilize Earned Value Management techniques to evaluate schedule and cost performance metrics.</li><li>
Maintain bi-weekly updates of Earned Value Analysis dashboard at the project and Sector level.</li><li>
Construction Support: Review, check and evaluate Contractors&rsquo; schedule of works. Monitor the work progress, compare to the accepted program of work and report to the Project Manager. Prepare weekly and/or monthly progress reports covering the status of construction projects.</li><li>
Proposal Support: Develop schedules in support of Parsons&rsquo; proposals for new pursuits.</li></ul>
What Required Skills You'll Bring:<ul><li>
Bachelor in engineering from an accredited international university</li><li>
Minimum 20 years&rsquo; experience in planning and scheduling including having worked as the scheduling manager on large-scale projects.</li><li>
Experience in performing, monitoring, and reviewing planning and scheduling functions, which include schedule development, control, and analysis, in the field and the home office.</li><li>
Knowledge of supervision, personnel administration, and training of technical and non-technical personnel.</li><li>
Skilled in verbal and written communication.</li><li>
Advanced knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup work processes.</li></ul>
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:<ul><li>
Knowledge of engineering and construction management customarily acquired over time through specialized instruction or practical experience. Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, direct, perform, review, and present schedule products independently with minimal supervision. This includes using a high level of professional judgment and knowledge related to technical planning and scheduling skills and engineering design, construction, and procurement practices.</li><li>
Working knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and start-up / set up work processes.</li><li>
Expertise must have been gained from working for Western Internationally reputed firms.</li><li>
Must have led large PC Department working with top international firms an on prestigious projects</li><li>
Demonstrated skill in management, supervisory and personnel administrative functions.</li><li>
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</li><li>
Experience of working internationally (preference KSA experience).</li></ul>
Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
We truly invest and care about our employee&rsquo;s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest&mdash;APPLY TODAY!<div>
Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.</div></div>
 <div><div><div>COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS</div></div><div><div><div> 
Financial Wellness</div><div> 
We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.</div></div><div><div>
Work Life Harmony</div><div> 
Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.</div></div><div><div>
Career Development</div><div> 
We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.</div></div><div><div> 
Veteran Support</div><div> 
We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.</div></div><div><div>
Mind &amp; Body</div><div> 
At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.</div></div><div><div>
Health</div><div> 
Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.</div></div></div></div>

Head of Planning

ADROYTS

<div>
 
 Job Title:
 
 Human Resources Director
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
 
 
 
 Reports To:
 
 CEO
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Position Overview
 
 
 
 The
 
 Human Resources Director
 
 is responsible for leading the overall HR strategy and aligning it with the organization&rsquo;s business objectives. The role oversees all aspects of human capital management, including talent acquisition, organizational development, performance management, compensation &amp; benefits, employee relations, workforce planning, and HR governance.
 
 
 The HR Director acts as a strategic partner to executive leadership, driving culture transformation, organizational effectiveness, and sustainable talent growth.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 1. HR Strategy &amp; Leadership
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Develop and implement the organization&rsquo;s HR strategy aligned with corporate objectives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise executive leadership on workforce planning and organizational structure.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead HR transformation and change management initiatives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Establish HR KPIs and performance metrics aligned with business goals.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 2. Talent Acquisition &amp; Workforce Planning
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Oversee recruitment strategies for executive and operational roles.
 </li>
 <li>
 Implement succession planning and leadership development programs.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop employer branding initiatives to attract top talent.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 3. Organizational Development
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Design and implement performance management frameworks.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead employee engagement initiatives and culture-building programs.
 </li>
 <li>
 Drive competency frameworks and career path development.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 4. Compensation &amp; Benefits
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Develop competitive compensation structures aligned with market benchmarks.
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee salary reviews, incentive plans, and reward programs.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure compliance with labor regulations and corporate governance standards.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 5. Employee Relations &amp; Governance
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Manage employee relations, disciplinary actions, and grievance handling.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure compliance with labor laws and internal HR policies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee HR audits and regulatory reporting requirements.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 6. HR Operations &amp; Systems
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Supervise payroll, HRIS systems, and HR administration functions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure accurate HR data management and reporting.
 </li>
 <li>
 Drive HR digital transformation initiatives where applicable.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master&rsquo;s preferred).
 </li>
 <li>
 12&ndash;15+ years of progressive HR experience.
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum 5&ndash;7 years in a senior HR leadership role.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience leading HR in medium to large organizations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong knowledge of labor law and HR governance frameworks.
 </li>
 <li>
 Professional certifications (CIPD, SHRM, SPHR, etc.) preferred.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Core Competencies
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Strategic leadership &amp; executive presence
 </li>
 <li>
 Organizational design &amp; workforce planning
 </li>
 <li>
 Change management &amp; transformation
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong business acumen
 </li>
 <li>
 Conflict resolution &amp; negotiation
 </li>
 <li>
 Data-driven HR decision making
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Employee engagement index
 </li>
 <li>
 Talent retention rate
 </li>
 <li>
 Time-to-fill &amp; quality-of-hire metrics
 </li>
 <li>
 Succession planning coverage
 </li>
 <li>
 HR cost efficiency ratios
 </li>
 <li>
 Compliance and audit results
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Human Resources Director

RIYMAR Real Estate Company

<div>
 
 We are seeking an HR Director to lead the full people agenda and drive a high-performance, future-ready organization.
 
 
 This role owns HR strategy, organization development, talent management, total rewards, and HR operations. Reporting to the Chief Shared Services Officer, the HR Director acts as a strategic partner to executive leadership and plays a central role in transformation, workforce planning, and cultural evolution.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 People Strategy &amp; Organization Development
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Develop and execute a comprehensive HR / People Strategy aligned with corporate objectives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead organizational design, workforce planning, job architecture, and grading frameworks.
 </li>
 <li>
 Establish HR dashboards and analytics to drive data-led people decisions.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Total Rewards, Performance &amp; Culture
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Design and govern compensation, benefits, and incentive frameworks.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead performance management cycles, promotions, and annual increments.
 </li>
 <li>
 Drive engagement, culture change, and employee experience initiatives.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Talent &amp; HR Operations
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Oversee talent acquisition strategy, employer branding, and recruitment governance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead learning &amp; development, succession planning, and leadership pipelines.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure effective HR operations, payroll coordination, and employee lifecycle management.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in HR or related field (Master&rsquo;s preferred).
 </li>
 <li>
 10+ years of experience, including 3+ years in a senior HR leadership role.
 </li>
 <li>
 CIPD Level 5 / SHRM-CP preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prior experience in real estate or diversified group environments is an advantage.
 </li>
 <li>
 Arabic &amp; English fluency required.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

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