67 Expatriates jobs in Riyadh

TThe ideal candidate will act as an employee champion and a leader of change. You will plan, develop, organize, implement, direct and evaluate the organization's human resource function and performance.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and guidance by overseeing talent acquisition, employee career development, succession planning, retention programs, training and leadership development
• Function as a strategic, human capital business advisor to the senior management team
• Develop initiatives, policies and programs to complement existing practices and create consistency across the organization
• Oversee benefit and compensation plans to ensure cost efficiencies and attractiveness to retain top talent

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in human resources or management
• 15+ years of professional HR experience, ideally from a services-oriented business, with a combination of corporate and business unit line experience preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, organize, and prioritize work

Director

Full-time

Human Resources

Medical Equipment Manufacturing, Staffing and Recruiting, and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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Overview

We’re expanding our team within Amazon Operations! If you’re interested in joining a business where you can achieve amazing results and put smiles on people’s faces, this could be the role for you. The HR assistant role works closely with Human Resources and the leadership team to ensure a great experience for our associates and managers. If you have an interest in Human Resources this could be the right opportunity for you.

• Data entry in a variety of systems including Excel files, PeopleSoft, and other miscellaneous reports.
• Being first contact for employees regarding attendance and various HR queries and will drive a positive associate experience
• Monitoring attendance.
• Entering sick notes, vacation, absences and night shift on system and communicate entries to payroll team.
• Monitoring absences in cooperation with Area Managers
• Assist employees and help with their queries
• Creating reports on a regular basis
• Supporting HR and management on a wide variety of people related topics and projects including support for engagement activity
• If you are engaging, innovative, supportive, or a problem solver we want to hear from you

• 6+ months of human resources experience
• 6+ months of customer service experience
• 6+ months of Microsoft Office products and applications experience
• High school or equivalent
• Experience in confidential environments
• 1+ years of human resources experience
• 1+ years of customer service experience
• 1+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

A fast-growing company in the Food and Beverage (F&B) industry, specializing in delivering high-quality, fast, and flavorful food experiences across Saudi Arabia. The organization operates with a focus on operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and building a strong internal culture. With a rapidly expanding footprint, the company is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining top talent to support its ambitious growth plans.

We are seeking a proactive and people-focused Human Resources Manager to lead and oversee all HR operations across our fast-paced restaurant network. This role plays a critical part in driving HR strategy, ensuring compliance, developing people, and fostering a performance-driven and positive work culture. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in managing HR within food service or hospitality settings and has a passion for building high-performing teams.

• Lead the development and implementation of HR strategies aligned with business goals.
• Partner with senior management to shape organizational culture and talent priorities.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with Saudi labor laws, policies, and regulatory requirements.

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for restaurant and support roles.
• Build a talent pipeline and streamline hiring processes to support rapid expansion.
• Design and execute structured onboarding programs to ensure quick ramp-up and retention.

• Implement performance evaluation systems to drive accountability and growth.
• Identify training needs and coordinate employee development programs.
• Support managers with coaching, feedback, and disciplinary processes.

• Serve as the go-to person for employee inquiries, conflicts, and workplace issues.
• Promote a positive work environment and employee engagement initiatives.
• Monitor employee satisfaction and drive improvements in retention and morale.

• Oversee HR systems including attendance, payroll inputs, leaves, and personnel records.
• Liaise with government portals (GOSI, Qiwa, Muqeem, MHRSD) to ensure compliance.
• Prepare and analyze monthly HR reports and workforce data for leadership.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in HR management, preferably in QSR, hospitality, or retail.
• Solid knowledge of Saudi labor law and government platforms (GOSI, Qiwa, Muqeem, etc.).
• Fluent in Arabic and English (verbal and written).
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume operational environment.

• Strategic HR Planning
• Recruitment & Workforce Planning
• Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution
• Performance Management
• HR Policy Development
• Labor Law Compliance
• Government Platform Management
• Training & Development

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Job Description

Job : Human Resources Manager

Location : Riyadh - KSA

Industry : Banking

The Job Objective is to identify and address human resource needs across the Saudi Arabia branches by coordinating with department heads and implementing core HR functions—including talent acquisition, learning and development, performance management, and career planning—in alignment with the bank’s approved policies and procedures to achieve strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities :

• Communicates with department heads regarding their needs to fill any vacancies, in coordination with the Talent Acquisition Unit, by participating in selecting suitable candidates and conducting interviews. Also participates in identifying future roles for the sector in coordination with those department heads and other departments in the bank.
• Coordinates with various Centers of Excellence, department heads, and HR units at the HQ level to ensure the effective delivery of required HR services to the sector.
• Works continuously with department heads and the Learning and Development Department – HQ, to determine learning needs and develop programs and other learning initiatives (including coaching and mentoring) that help achieve objectives.
• Participates in managing the performance evaluation process (in all its stages) for the departments and ensures the review of initial evaluation results, including studying the leveling outcomes according to approved instructions, to ensure the process is properly managed, in addition to responding to any inquiries regarding the entire process.
• Communicates with the Compensation and Benefits Unit – HQ, regarding the provision of support and consultation, reviews employee-related compensation and benefits in the assigned departments, and takes the necessary action as per procedure.
• Works on implementing the approved succession planning strategy and identifying talented employees in accordance with the approved policy to ensure a suitable second-line leadership pipeline is in place for the relevant departments at the right time.
• Coordinates with departments to implement employee engagement initiatives to ensure HR policies and any changes are clearly communicated, understood, and implemented to ensure compliance.
• Oversees / follows up on employees’ social occasions and participates in them. Proposes, supervises, and implements recreational and social activities for employees to create a pleasant atmosphere. Manages the solicitation, distribution, and renewal of offers from external companies providing perks to bank employees, to increase their loyalty by offering non-financial incentives, in coordination with the Internal Communications Unit in the HR Department – HQ.
• Provides support and consultation on various HR topics, including disciplinary actions. Reviews HR statistical reports and offers appropriate recommendations to support effective decision-making.
• Monitors and ensures the implementation of HR policies in the assigned departments to ensure compliance with applicable laws and / or regulations.

Qualifications & Skills :

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Banking, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of HR experience, preferably in a banking or corporate setting.
• Strong command of English (reading and writing).
• Solid understanding of HR systems, procedures, and labor law compliance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and HR management systems.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, negotiation, and organizational abilities.

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We’re expanding our team within Amazon Operations! If you’re interested in joining a business where you can achieve amazing results and put smiles on people’s faces, this could be the role for you. The HR assistant role works closely with Human Resources and the leadership team to ensure a great experience for our associates and managers, if you have an interest in Human Resources this could be the right opportunity for you.

• Data entry in a variety of systems including Excel files, PeopleSoft, and other miscellaneous reports.
• Being first contact for employees regarding attendance and various HR queries and will drive a positive associate experience.
• Monitoring attendance.
• Entering sick notes, vacation, absences and night shift on system and communicate entries to payroll team.
• Monitoring absences in cooperation with Area Managers.
• Assist employees and help with their queries.
• Creating reports on a regular basis.
• Supporting HR and management on a wide variety of people related topics and projects including support for engagement activity.

If you are engaging, innovative, supportive, or a problem solver we want to hear from you.

• 6+ months of human resources experience
• 6+ months of customer service experience
• 6+ months of Microsoft Office products and applications experience
• High school or equivalent
• Experience in confidential environments

• 1+ years of human resources experience
• 1+ years of customer service experience
• 1+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

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• Ensure compliance with the related Egyptian laws to preserve both Company and employees’ rights.
• Oversee payroll, benefits administration, and leave management, ensuring compliance with labor laws.
• Prepare and follow up on hiring/terminations.
• Compile and regularly update personnel files for all company employees.
• Update employment records related to hiring, transferring, promoting, and terminating.
• Ensure paperwork is completed and processed.
• Organize monthly creative activities for employees.
• Identify training needs across the organization and create tailored development programs.
• Support leadership development through workshops, coaching, and feedback mechanisms.
• Follow up on the HR database and regularly update employees’ personal information.
• Stay up-to-date and comply with changes in labor legislation.
• Monitor HR metrics (e.g., turnover rates, time-to-hire) and provide data-driven recommendations to leadership.
• Follow up on probation periods to proceed with termination if required.

Qualifications:

• In-depth knowledge across performance, rewards, and mobility processes.
• Understanding of local laws and regulations.
• Proficiency working with ERP systems.
• Working knowledge in performance and rewards including goal setting, continuous feedback, performance calibration, compensation benchmarking, etc.
• Understanding of HRIS platforms and other HR technology solutions and leveraging these to deliver strategic outcomes.
• Ability to work closely with team members, management, senior leadership, and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent written and verbal proficiency in the English language.

المسمى الوظيفي

مساعد موارد بشرية (Human Resources Assistant)

الرياض (دوام حضوري كامل)

• تنفيذ المهام اليومية الإدارية الخاصة بإدارة الموارد البشرية.
• حفظ وتحديث سجلات الموظفين.
• المساعدة في إجراءات التوظيف والاستقطاب.
• تنظيم برامج تعريف الموظفين الجدد (التوجيه الوظيفي).
• المساعدة في إدارة المزايا والتعويضات.
• إدارة وتحديث نظام الموارد البشرية (HRIS).
• دعم وتنظيم برامج التدريب والتطوير.
• الرد على استفسارات الموظفين المتعلقة بالسياسات والإجراءات الداخلية.

• شهادة بكالوريوس في إدارة الموارد البشرية أو إدارة الأعمال أو تخصص ذي صلة.
• خبرة سابقة في مجال الموارد البشرية أو خدمة الموظفين.
• معرفة بأنظمة الموارد البشرية الإلكترونية (HRIS).
• مهارات قوية في التواصل والتنظيم والمتابعة.
• إجادة استخدام الحاسب الآلي وبرامج Microsoft Office.
• إجادة اللغتين العربية والإنجليزية تحدثاً وكتابة.
• القدرة على العمل ضمن فريق وفي بيئة عمل سريعة الإيقاع.

• الراتب الشهري: لا يتجاوز (5,000 ريال سعودي) بحسب المؤهلات والخبرة.
• بيئة عمل احترافية وفرص تدريب وتطوير مهني.
• تأمين طبي وفق سياسات الشركة.

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Reporting to: Sr. Director of Shared Services

Project Overview:

Join a team dedicated to a landmark national museum project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. We are creating a flagship cultural institution that will showcase the cultures of the world. The project contributes to the Kingdom's Vision 2030 goals, advancing the nation's cultural and creative sectors. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a project of national significance and global impact.

Job Purpose

The Director of Human Resources leads the organization’s people strategy, encompassing recruitment, talent development, workforce planning, diversity, inclusion, and organizational culture. The role supports the organization’s dual ambition to build a strong foundation in Saudi professional talent while also attracting a diverse, international team, aligned with the organization’s mission to represent world cultures through pluralism and a contemporary vision of universalism. The Director will play a central role in shaping a high-performance, inclusive work environment where staff feel empowered, respected, and supported in their professional growth. The successful candidate will have experience in complex organizational settings and a deep commitment to intercultural fluency, fairness, and professional excellence to retain top talent in service of the organization’s mission.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop human capital strategies aligned with the organization’s vision.
• Conduct workforce analysis for talent planning and succession management.

• Develop, manage, and monitor the Human Resources budget in collaboration with the Finance Department.
• Monitor and optimize spending related to human capital operations.

• Establish and update policies promoting equity, inclusion, and compliance.
• Ensure alignment of talent practices with organizational goals.

• Lead the development and continuous improvement of human capital strategies that align with the organization's long-term vision and goals.
• Ensure the conduction of comprehensive workforce analyses to identify skills gaps, succession planning needs, and areas for improvement in talent management practices.
• Oversee the design and implementation of innovative training and development programs that promote continuous learning and professional growth for employees at all levels.
• Foster a culture of inclusivity by developing and executing initiatives aimed at improving diversity in recruitment, retention, and career advancement opportunities.
• Collaborate with department heads to create and refine job descriptions and competency frameworks that accurately represent the skills and behaviors necessary for success in each role.
• Oversee the accurate measuring and reporting on the effectiveness of human capital intervention programs, providing actionable insights and recommendations for strategic adjustments.
• To partner with external organizations, educational institutions, and community resources to bolster recruitment strategies and workforce development initiatives.
• Define the criteria for evaluating the performance of the individual members of the organization.
• Assist the foreign employees in their official procedures while in KSA.

• Collaborate with leadership to drive cultural transformation.
• Build partnerships with external organizations for talent sourcing and development.

• Live by the organization’s values, ethical standards, and governance.
• Manage and support team members in performing their tasks in line with established policies and procedures.
• Guide, mentor, and develop the Human Resources team to ensure continuous growth and achievement of functional objectives.
• Set clear performance goals, provide regular feedback, and support professional development through coaching and formal evaluations.
• Delegate authority appropriately to empower team members and encourage accountability.
• Contribute to workforce planning, recruitment, and performance management while promoting employee engagement and motivation.
• Foster a high-performance, inclusive, and collaborative work culture aligned with the organization’s values.
• Promote innovation and contribute to a positive, inspiring, and diverse workplace.
• Maintain high personal standards and ensure excellence across the section.

Job Qualifications and Requirements

Knowledge and Experience

• Minimum 8 years in HR with a focus on talent and organizational development.
• Strong record in engagement strategies, data analysis, and inclusive workplace programs.

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, or related field. Masters preferred.
• HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, CIPD) preferred but not required.

Personal capabilities and qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on data-driven decision-making in human capital management.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Proven project management abilities, with experience in overseeing multiple initiatives simultaneously and ensuring timely delivery against objectives.
• High level of emotional intelligence and cultural awareness, with a commitment to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees.
• Proficient in utilizing advanced HR technologies and software for talent management, performance assessment, and employee engagement measurement.
• Ability to navigate complex challenges and conflicting priorities while maintaining focus on the organization's overarching human capital objectives.
• Creative thinking and adaptability to align talent strategies with evolving organizational needs and external market trends.

• Director

• Full-time

• Human Resources
• Industries: Outsourcing and Offshoring, Consulting, and Museums

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — position details may be internal; references to timelines and postings are for illustrative purposes.

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As a world leading and continually evolving software company, Esri is looking for a passionate and ambitious individual to join our team and be part of our rapid growth. Our Human Resources team members are brand ambassadors, relationship builders, and strategic partners who understand the intricate dynamics of the teams they support. We're seeking a seasoned human resources professional to partner with business leadership to champion, influence, and drive change within the team. We’re looking for a driven individual who wants to add value, solve problems, and impact our company culture.

1. Empower your team. Mentor your team through active coaching, clear direction, and regular feedback. Develop goals for human resources efforts, report on progress to the organization, communicate impact, and identify areas of opportunity. Maintain superior customer service by defining accountabilities; establishing performance objectives; providing timely, candid, and constructive performance feedback and guidance; and ensuring that all policies are understood and adhered to.
2. Drive results. Drive workforce planning by partnering with leadership to anticipate talent needs and recommend improvements to full recruitment life-cycle. Provide a work environment and culture that promote customer service, staff development, and achievement.
3. Be an expert. Serve as a consultative thought partner to leadership to align business needs with objectives. Manage departmental projects/initiatives and provide feedback and updates to management; this may include collaborating with peers on strategic initiatives.
4. Influence change. Stay connected to the competitive landscape, develop process improvements, strategies, and programs that can be incorporated across the human resources team. Understand, analyze, and implement new technologies to enhance efficiency.

1. 5+ years of experience mentoring colleagues on human resources best practices.
2. Demonstrated track record of building successful relationships and partnerships at all organizational levels.
3. Solid capacity to practice behavioral competency assessments to determine best placement of talent within the organization.
4. Outstanding interpersonal skills, creativity, flexibility, maturity, and sound judgment.
5. Team player who takes initiative, is self-directed and highly motivated, and has a passion for results.
6. Knowledge of local wage and hour laws and benefits.
7. Professional command of the English language, both written and verbal.
8. Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, marketing, or communications.

1. Business understanding of software sales within high tech companies.
2. Experience leveraging ATS analytics and reporting.
3. MBA or Master’s degree in human resources, communications, industrial psychology, or marketing.

At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology.

If you don’t meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!

Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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