Overview

GM – Manpower Recruitment & Affairs Jobs in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at areebhr

On behalf of our client, we are looking for a GM – Manpower Recruitment and Affairs to join their team in Riyadh.

Job Summery

The position holder will lead and manage large-scale overseas manpower recruitment operations, ensure efficient HR processes for blue-collar workforce management, and oversee manpower training initiatives.

Responsibilities Overseas Recruitment & Deployment

  • Lead end-to-end overseas mass recruitment campaigns for blue-collar and skilled workforce.
  • Manage sourcing channels across India, Egypt, the Philippines, and other sourcing markets.
  • Oversee candidate screening, assessment, onboarding, and mobilization.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with recruitment agencies, government bodies, and international partners.

HR Operations for Blue-Collar Workforce

  • Oversee HR operations for large-scale blue-collar manpower including onboarding, deployment, contracts, grievances, and welfare.
  • Ensure alignment with company policies, labor regulations, and international deployment standards.

Compliance & Labor Law

  • Ensure full compliance with labor laws in India, Egypt, and the Philippines.
  • Monitor updates in labor regulations and ensure that recruitment and HR practices adhere to legal requirements.

Manpower Training & Development

  • Develop and manage pre-deployment and on-the-job training programs.
  • Implement training initiatives to enhance worker skill levels and readiness.
  • Collaborate with training centers and external providers to ensure quality standards.

Leadership & Strategic Management

  • Lead a multi-country recruitment and HR team, ensuring high performance and operational excellence.
  • Develop and execute long-term manpower planning strategies.
  • Implement technology-driven solutions for tracking, recruitment automation, and process optimization.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
  • 10–15 years of total experience in recruitment or HR operations.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in managerial or leadership roles.
  • Strong understanding of blue-collar workforce management and large-scale manpower operations.
  • Background in Recruitment, Facilities Management, F&B, or Construction sectors is preferred.
  • Tech‑savvy, with experience using HRIS, ATS, digital recruitment tools, and workforce management software.
  • Knowledge of labor laws in India, Egypt, and the Philippines is mandatory.
  • Experience in managing or implementing training initiatives is an added advantage.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strong analytical and decision‑making abilities with a strategic mindset.

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Title: GM – Manpower Recruitment & Affairs

Company: areebhr

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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