Overview
Human Resources Director Jobs in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia at Confidential
We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Human Resources Director to lead and transform the HR function across our automotive operations. The successful candidate will serve as a key member of the leadership team, driving organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, talent strategy, leadership development, and employee engagement while supporting the company’s business growth objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the organization’s HR strategy in alignment with corporate objectives and long-term business plans.
- Lead all HR functions including Talent Acquisition, Organizational Development, Compensation & Benefits, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Learning & Development, and Succession Planning.
- Partner with executive leadership to provide strategic workforce insights and human capital solutions.
- Design and implement talent management frameworks to attract, develop, and retain high-performing employees across automotive sales, aftersales, service centers, parts operations, and corporate functions.
- Drive organizational transformation initiatives, change management programs, and culture enhancement projects.
- Establish and monitor HR KPIs, workforce productivity metrics, and employee engagement initiatives.
- Oversee compensation and benefits strategies to maintain market competitiveness and support talent retention.
- Ensure compliance with Saudi labor regulations and all applicable employment laws.
- Lead workforce planning and Saudization initiatives in alignment with organizational goals.
- Develop leadership pipelines and succession plans for critical business positions.
- Manage HR budgets and optimize HR operational efficiency across multiple locations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Master’s Degree (MBA, HRM) is highly preferred.
- Professional certifications such as SHRM-SCP, SPHR, CIPD Level 7, or equivalent are highly desirable.
- Minimum 12-15 years of progressive HR experience
, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
. - Previous experience within the Automotive, Automotive Retail, Dealership, Mobility, or Industrial sectors is mandatory.
- Proven experience managing large and geographically dispersed work forces.
- Strong expertise in talent acquisition, organizational development, compensation & benefits, workforce planning, and employee relations.
- Demonstrated success in leading organizational transformation and change management programs.
- Strong understanding of Saudi Labor Law, Saudization requirements, and HR governance practices.
- Exceptional leadership, stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills.
- Experience with modern HRIS, HR analytics, and data-driven decision-making.
- Fluency in English;
Arabic language proficiency is highly preferred.
Preferred Background
- Experience with in a multi-branch automotive dealership network.
- Exposure to OEM-driven environments (Toyota, Hyundai, Ford, Nissan, GM, Stellantis, etc.).
- Proven track record of supporting rapid business growth and organizational transformation.
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Title: Human Resources Director
Company: Confidential
Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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