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Hyatt

<div><div>Summary<div>
The Director of Human Resources is responsible for leading the HR function to support Hyatt&rsquo;s purpose of caring for people so they can be their best. This role oversees all HR operations, including talent acquisition, colleague engagement, learning &amp; development, performance management, compensation, and compliance. The Director ensures that HR strategies align with Hyatt brand standards and local regulations while fostering a culture of care, diversity, and inclusion.</div></div><div>
Qualifications<div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.</li><li>
Minimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role in hospitality.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of local labor laws and HR best practices.</li><li>
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict‑resolution skills.</li><li>
Experience with HRIS systems; Hyatt systems experience is an advantage.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to build trust, lead teams, and drive organizational culture.</li></ul></div></div></div>

DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES (SAUDI NATIONAL)

QS Quest Global Markets Ltd.

The Role
 <ul>
<li>My client is a major group company with interests in construction as well as other fields. • They are looking to appoint a Saudi VP for HR to join their head office in Riyadh.</li>
</ul>
Requirements
 <ul>
<li>This role requires an experienced HR Executive Leader with strong experience in HR, Human Capital, Transformation Strategy as well as Operations, to help my client in their transformation journey. • 15-20 years experience in HR is required and must have operated previously at minimum HR Director or VP HR level.My client is a major group company with interests in construction as well as other fields.</li>
</ul>
About the company
 QS Quest Global Markets Ltd are a niche Recruitment & Search Consultancy specialising in the Construction, Engineering & Finance markets throughout the EMEA region. Across the globe through focused and insightful management of the recruitment process, QS Quest Global Markets Ltd help to source the most accomplished talent in the market for our clients. Mr. Terry Forsyth (Manging Director) has over 18 years experience in Senior & Executive Recruitment internationally, with an unrivalled understanding of the Global recruitment process from A-Z QS Quest Global Markets Ltd vision is to bring the best of international recruitment practices to our clients operating throughout the EMEA region. Our specialist approach to our search process enables us to advise on the current industry trends, providing our clients with up to date market intelligence, including salary benchmarking, which will enable our clients to attract the best possible talent on the market. Established in London, we offer multi-country recruitment & search services to our clients in the EMEA region, specialising within the Construction, Engineering & Finance Markets. We fully understand local based recruitment is also extremely important to many clients, so with the ability to also source & attract local based talent, QS Quest Global Markets Ltd are able to offer a fully tailored recruitment & search service to our clients.

VP Human Resources

Alvarez & Marsal

<div>Description
About Alvarez &amp; Marsal
Alvarez &amp; Marsal (A&amp;M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work - guided by A&amp;M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity - are why our people love working at A&amp;M.
The Team
A&amp;M is rapidly growing in the Middle East and is recruiting a Director, Middle East People Lead within our Global People Organisation (GPO) to be based in the Riyadh, Dubai or Abu Dhabi office. This person will report to our EMEA People Lead and work closely with senior leadership, advising and leading people-centric initiatives across the region. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving employee engagement, workforce planning, and operational excellence while ensuring compliance with all relevant labour laws and regulations. This is a high-impact role for a strategic, commercially minded HR leader who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
How you will contribute
As the Director, Middle East People Lead, your key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>
Serving as the trusted advisor to senior leaders on all people-related matters, including all elements of the employee life cycle.</li><li>
Collaborating with global and regional People leadership teams to design, implement, and execute comprehensive People strategies that support business goals and enhance employee performance and development within the region.</li><li>
Designing and executing key People projects specific to the Middle East region.</li><li>
Overseeing the professional development of the regional People teams through coaching and mentorship.</li><li>
Developing and enforcing people policies, procedures, and best practices across the region in partnership with global and regional leadership.</li><li>
Ensuring compliance with local labour laws, industry standards, and organisational policies, mitigating legal and operational risks.</li><li>
Advising the local People team on employee relations matters, with support from global or regional leadership as necessary.</li><li>
Fostering a culture aligned with A&amp;M&rsquo;s global vision and values, focusing on diversity, inclusion, and innovation tailored to the local work environment.</li><li>
Overseeing People operations, including Workday (our HRIS system), payroll, and queries, in alignment with SLAs.</li><li>
Supporting automation of workflows and operational efficiency improvements.</li></ul>
Qualifications<ul><li>
10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in leadership roles managing multi-regional teams.</li><li>
Experience working in a matrixed, international business with exposure to complex regulatory environments in the Middle East.</li><li>
Significant Middle East regional experience, ideally in the professional services sector.</li><li>
Fluency in Arabic and English is essential.</li><li>
Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field; Master's degree preferred.</li><li>
Professional HR certifications (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR) highly desirable.</li><li>
Proven track record of success in global HR operations and service delivery.</li><li>
Strong understanding of HR practices and labour laws across multiple Middle Eastern countries.</li><li>
Experience in change management and organisational development.</li><li>
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to influence at all levels.</li><li>
Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and ability to work effectively in diverse environments.</li><li>
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li></ul>
Your journey at A&amp;M
We recognise that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person&rsquo;s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.
We prioritise your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&amp;M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.</div>

Director, Middle East People Lead

Ultimate Peaks Talent & Strategy

<div>
 
 Overview
 
 
 
 A large-scale, high-growth organization in Saudi Arabia (6,000+ employees) is entering a critical phase of transformation.
 
 
 The business has scaled rapidly and is now prioritizing
 
 organizational control, governance, and people effectiveness
 
 . This role is not a traditional HR leadership position &mdash; it is a
 
 turnaround and stabilization mandate
 
 at the core of the business.
 
 
 The successful candidate will be tasked with restoring structure, accountability, and performance across the organization, while building the foundation for future group-level capability.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 The Mandate
 
 
 
 
 This role carries a
 
 clear and immediate priority
 
 :
 
 
 
 Fix the organization. Stabilize it. Then build for scale.
 
 
 
 Key focus areas include:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Establishing strong HR governance and authority frameworks
 </li>
 <li>
 Regaining control over hiring, approvals, and decision rights
 </li>
 <li>
 Addressing talent disengagement and retention risks
 </li>
 <li>
 Enforcing organizational discipline and accountability
 </li>
 <li>
 Activating and embedding HR systems (ERP) and processes
 </li>
 <li>
 Partnering with leadership to ensure clarity of structure and reporting lines
 </li>
 <li>
 Supporting operational leaders in transitioning from informal to structured execution
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Key Challenges
 
 
 
 
 The environment is complex and requires a leader who can operate under pressure:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Rapid growth without matching governance maturity
 </li>
 <li>
 Inconsistent hiring practices and approval structures
 </li>
 <li>
 Talent frustration due to lack of empowerment and clarity
 </li>
 <li>
 Underutilized systems and manual HR processes
 </li>
 <li>
 Functions operating beyond defined authority limits
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 This is a
 
 hands-on leadership role
 
 , not a purely strategic or policy-driven position.
 
 
 
 
 Group HR Strategy &amp; Governance
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Define and implement the group-wide HR strategy aligned with business objectives
 </li>
 <li>
 Establish HR governance frameworks across all subsidiaries
 </li>
 <li>
 Standardize core HR policies, while allowing flexibility for business units
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Organizational Design &amp; Workforce Planning
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Design and optimize organizational structures across the group
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead workforce planning and headcount strategy
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure alignment between business strategy and organizational capability
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Leadership &amp; Talent Management
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Build and implement leadership development frameworks
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee succession planning for critical roles
 </li>
 <li>
 Partner with executives on talent decisions at senior levels
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Performance &amp; Culture
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Establish a group-wide performance management system
 </li>
 <li>
 Drive accountability, productivity, and performance culture
 </li>
 <li>
 Align culture across companies while respecting business differences
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Compensation &amp; Rewards
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Design and implement compensation and grading structures
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure internal equity and market competitiveness
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee incentives, bonus structures, and executive compensation frameworks
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 HR Operations &amp; Systems
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Oversee HR operations across the group
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure efficient HR systems, reporting, and data-driven decision-making
 </li>
 <li>
 Drive HR transformation and automation initiatives
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Compliance &amp; Saudization
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Ensure compliance with Saudi labor laws and regulations
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead Saudization strategy across the group
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain strong governance in HR practices
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 12-18+ years of experience in HR, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role (CHRO)
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in holding groups, multi-entity organizations, or complex structures
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong background in organizational design, HR governance, and transformation
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven ability to partner with C-level executives and boards
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in Saudi Arabia is essential
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Preferred Profile
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Experience building HR functions from the ground up
 </li>
 <li>
 Exposure to logistics, operations, or large workforce environments
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong strategic thinking combined with hands-on execution
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Opportunity to shape and build the HR function at group level
 </li>
 <li>
 Direct impact on leadership, structure, and long-term growth
 </li>
 <li>
 Work closely with executive leadership on critical strategic initiatives
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)

Confidential

Job Overview We are representing a leading and dynamic organisation in the Food &amp; Beverage sector, currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Human Resources Manager (F&amp;B) to join their team. This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach, responsible for overseeing all aspects of the human resources function. You will play a pivotal role in shaping a positive and productive company culture, ensuring that the organisation attracts, retains, and develops the best talent in the industry. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned HR professional to make a significant impact within a fast-paced and growing company. Responsibilities - Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy. - Manage the full recruitment and selection process, from sourcing candidates to onboarding new employees for various F&amp;B roles. - Bridge management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances, or other issues. - Nurture a positive working environment by promoting company values and providing guidance on employee relations matters. - Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance. - Assess training needs to apply and monitor training programmes, ensuring staff development and progression. - Ensure legal compliance throughout human resource management, staying up-to-date with Saudi Arabian labour laws. - Manage compensation and benefits programmes to ensure they are competitive and equitable. - Develop and implement HR policies and procedures to ensure organisational effectiveness. Qualifications - Proven working experience as an HR Manager or in another senior HR executive role. - Demonstrable experience within the Food &amp; Beverage (F&amp;B), hospitality, or a related fast-paced industry is essential. - A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a relevant field. A professional HR certification (e.g., CIPD) is highly desirable. - In-depth knowledge of Saudi Arabian labour law and HR best practices. - Excellent active listening, negotiation, and presentation skills. - Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact and professionalism. - Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company. - Fluency in both English and Arabic is highly advantageous.

Human Resources Manager (F&B)

the Team

<div>THE&middot;TEAM operates at the epicenter of sports, music and entertainment, serving talent, brands and properties on a global scale. LIVE&middot;TEAM specializes in delivering branding and signage, custom fabrication, live event production and experiential operations across sports, music and entertainment. Working with the world&rsquo;s most iconic properties and brands, we elevate live events to make them unforgettable.
Job Description: HR Manager
Report to: Tara Reader, Director, People &amp; Operations
Job Outline:
The HR Manager is responsible for ensuring that all administrative processes run smoothly within the human resources department.
Key Responsibilities:
PRO Management
<ul><li>Coordinate, manage and monitor PRO activities;
</li><li>Coordinate and manage all PRO requirements;
</li><li>Provide the PRO with all necessary documents needed to complete each specified activity;
</li><li>Discuss the steps that should be taken to complete each activity in the most efficient, cost-effective way.
</li></ul>Administration
<ul><li>Maintain staff files (hardcopies and softcopies), including all ID copies and documents relevant to each person&rsquo;s employment;
</li><li>Scan new / renewed ID copies &amp; format them into jpeg and pdf formats;
</li><li>Monitor staff document / ID expiry dates and process renewals as / when necessary;
</li><li>Monitor / process all company registrations renewals;
</li><li>Arrange medical insurance cover for employees;
</li><li>Create and revise standardised employee letters;
</li><li>Report all ongoing and future requirements to your line manager;
</li><li>Book plane tickets for work-related travel.
</li></ul>Financial
<ul><li>Create cash requests for all PRO activities;
</li><li>Monitor PRO payment reports;
</li><li>Create expense reports for issued cash cheques;
</li><li>Create expense reports for all HR-related costs;
</li><li>Manage and maintain petty cash issued to the HR department.
</li></ul>HR Policies &amp; Procedures
<ul><li>Update standardised company policies and documents;
</li><li>Prepare company-wide public holiday notifications;
</li><li>Prepare staff letters, enforcing new / existing company policies and procedures;
</li></ul>Recruitment
<ul><li>Coordinate recruitment requirements;
</li><li>Process new job requisitions through Workday;
</li><li>Contact potential candidates and schedule interviews.
</li></ul>Onboarding and Offboarding
<ul><li>Coordinate employee onboarding and offboarding procedures;
</li><li>Arrange for all required items for new employees (mobiles, laptops, rental vehicles, etc.).
</li></ul>Employee Management
<ul><li>Submit requests for staff hardware requirements;
</li><li>Nurture a positive working environment;
</li><li>Collect and record all employee requests, complaints, and notifications, reporting them directly to your line manager.
</li></ul>Training &amp; Development
<ul><li>Assess training needs;
</li><li>Monitor expiration dates of training certificates.
</li></ul>Payroll
<ul><li>Assist with any payroll and overtime entry requirements.
</li></ul><ul><li>Statements in this job description are intended to reflect, in general, the duties and responsibilities of the position, but they are not to be interpreted as totally inclusive.
</li></ul>THE&middot;TEAM does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.</div>

Human Resources Manager

Qiddiya Investment Company

<div>The Director &ndash; Benefits &amp; Wellbeing will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing a comprehensive benefits program that aligns with Qiddiya&rsquo;s strategic objectives and complies with Saudi Arabian labor laws and regulations. This role will lead the benefits &amp; wellbeing team to provide exceptional services to employees, ensuring their overall well-being, satisfaction and engagement.
 Strategy Development:<ul><li>
Develop and implement a comprehensive benefits &amp; wellbeing strategy that supports the organization's goals, culture, and employee needs.</li><li>
Conduct regular benefits assessments to identify areas for improvement and innovation.</li><li>
Collaborate with HR leadership to determine appropriate benefit offerings and levels.</li></ul><ul><li> 
Benefits Program Management:</li><li><ul><li>
Oversee the design, implementation, and administration of various benefits programs, including:
</li><li><ul><li>Medical insurance</li><li>
Retirement plans (e.g., General Organization for Social Insurance - GOSI)</li><li>
Disability insurance</li><li>
Life insurance</li><li>
Leave policies (e.g., annual leave, sick leave, maternity/paternity leave)</li><li>
Employee assistance programs (EAPs)</li><li>
Other employee benefits and wellbeing initiatives as required</li></ul></li><li>
Manage relationships with external benefit providers and vendors.</li></ul></li></ul><ul><li> 
Cost Management:</li><li><ul><li>
Monitor and control benefits costs to ensure they align with the organization's budget.</li><li>
Explore opportunities without compromising employee satisfaction and engagement.</li><li>
Negotiate favorable terms with benefits providers.</li></ul></li></ul><ul><li> 
Employee Communication and Education:</li><li><ul><li>
Develop and implement effective communication strategies to educate employees about benefits programs and their entitlements.</li><li>
Provide ongoing support and guidance to employees regarding benefits enrollment, claims, and changes.</li></ul></li></ul><ul><li> 
Team Leadership:</li><li><ul><li>
Lead and manage a team, providing mentorship, coaching, and development opportunities.</li><li>
Foster a positive and high-performing work environment.</li></ul></li></ul><ul><li> 
Compliance and Risk Management:</li><li><ul><li>
Ensure compliance with all relevant Saudi Arabian labor laws and regulations.</li></ul></li></ul>
Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with benefits and wellbeing programs. 
Requirements 
<ul><li>
Masters or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field.</li><li>
12+ years of experience in benefits and wellbeing management, with at least 4 years in a leadership role.</li><li>
Strong understanding of Saudi Arabian labor laws and regulations, particularly related to benefits.</li><li>
Proven track record of developing and implementing effective benefits programs.</li><li>
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.</li><li>
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>
Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR management systems.</li><li>
Experience working in a multinational</li></ul></div>

Director - Benefits and Wellbeing

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