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Human Resources Manager
Blacksand
Riyadh, KSA
Full Time
Manager
Onsite
4 days ago
Talent AcquisitionEmployee RelationsHR OperationsSaudi Labor LawHRISCompensation and Benefits
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About the Role
Blacksand is seeking an experienced HR Manager to establish and lead the human resources function in Riyadh. The role covers talent acquisition, employee relations, HR operations, compliance, and building policies and systems.
Key Skills for This Role
Talent AcquisitionEmployee RelationsHR OperationsSaudi Labor LawHRISCompensation and Benefits
Responsibilities
- Partner with department heads to plan and execute hiring across the company
- Manage end to end recruitment: job posts, sourcing, screening, interviews, offers, and closing
- Build and own the onboarding experience for new joiners
- Serve as a trusted point of contact for employees on HR matters, resolving day to day queries and issues
- Lead performance management cycles, including goal setting, feedback, and evaluations
- Drive engagement, culture, and retention initiatives across the company
- Oversee HR operations, including contracts, personnel files, leave, and end of service processes
- Ensure full compliance with Saudi labor law, HRSD requirements, GOSI, and Saudization targets
- Manage government related processes including Qiwa, Muqeem, GOSI, iqama, and exit/re entry
- Establish and administer compensation, benefits, and payroll processes in coordination with finance
- Establish, maintain, and enforce HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks
- Select and own the HRIS, providing leadership with clear people data and dashboards
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- SHRM, CIPD, or equivalent HR certifications are highly preferred
- 8+ years of progressive HR experience, with meaningful time in a generalist or manager capacity
- Experience in real estate, construction, hospitality, or a comparable multi project business is a strong plus
- Track record of working across both office based and site based workforces preferred
- Experience setting up or scaling an HR function from an early stage is a strong plus
- Strong knowledge of Saudi labor law, HRSD portals (Qiwa, Muqeem, GOSI), and Saudization requirements
- Hands on experience with an HRIS (Oracle HCM, SAP SuccessFactors, BambooHR, or similar) and Excel based reporting
- Strong stakeholder management, discretion, and communication skills
- Fluent English and Arabic required
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About Us
- Blacksand, the development arm of Alabdullatif Group, is a key player in residential, commercial, mixed use, hospitality, and logistics projects.
Job Summary
- We are seeking an experienced HR Manager to establish and lead the human resources function at Blacksand.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with department heads to plan and execute hiring across the company
- Manage end to end recruitment: job posts, sourcing, screening, interviews, offers, and closing
- Build and own the onboarding experience for new joiners to ensure a smooth start and strong integration
- Serve as a trusted point of contact for employees on HR matters, resolving day to day queries and issues
- Lead performance management cycles, including goal setting, feedback, and evaluations
- Drive engagement, culture, and retention initiatives across the company
- Oversee HR operations, including contracts, personnel files, leave, and end of service processes
- Ensure full compliance with Saudi labor law, Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) requirements, GOSI, and Saudization (Nitaqat) targets
- Manage government related processes including Qiwa, Muqeem, GOSI, iqama, and exit/re entry as needed
- Establish and administer compensation, benefits, and payroll processes in coordination with finance
- Lead benchmarking, salary reviews, and benefits enhancements to stay competitive in the Riyadh market
- Establish, maintain, and enforce HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- SHRM, CIPD, or equivalent HR certifications are highly preferred
- 8+ years of progressive HR experience, with meaningful time in a generalist or manager capacity
- Experience in real estate, construction, hospitality, or a comparable multi project business is a strong plus
- Track record of working across both office based and site based workforces preferred
- Experience setting up or scaling an HR function from an early stage is a strong plus
- Strong knowledge of Saudi labor law, HRSD portals (Qiwa, Muqeem, GOSI), and Saudization requirements
- Hands on experience with an HRIS (Oracle HCM, SAP SuccessFactors, BambooHR, or similar) and Excel based reporting
- Strong stakeholder management, discretion, and communication skills
- Familiarity with the Saudi and GCC talent market
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced developer environment
- Fluent English and Arabic required
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