Head of Administration (Saudi National)

We are seeking a highly experienced, results-driven and hands-on Head of Administration to lead corporate administration, personnel affairs, regulatory compliance, and employee services.

Key Responsibilities

1. Corporate Administration* Lead and oversee daily corporate administrative operations, office services, facilities management, and general administrative support.* Manage administrative contracts, vendors, service providers, and operational budgets.* Develop, implement, and continuously improve administrative policies, procedures, and internal controls.* Ensure efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality administrative services across the organization.2. Personnel Affairs & Employee Services* Oversee personnel operations throughout the employee lifecycle, including employment contracts, employee records, transfers, renewals, and separations.* Manage attendance, leave administration, employee documentation, benefits administration, and payroll coordination.* Oversee employee relations, disciplinary procedures, grievances, and end-of-service settlements.* Ensure accurate personnel records, timely employee services, and consistent application of company policies. And develop Company policies3. Legal Compliance* Oversee government platforms, including Qiwa, GOSI, Mudad, Muqeem, and Absher Business.* Ensure compliance with Saudi Labor Law, HRSD regulations, Saudization, Nitaqat, and Wage Protection requirements.* Proactively identify regulatory violations, potential penalties, legal risks, and financial exposure, and implement preventive and corrective measures.* Monitor regulatory updates and ensure timely completion of government transactions, renewals, and mandatory submissions.* Coordinate with legal and relevant authorities on labor-related matters, disputes, and regulatory requirements.4. Leadership & Operational Excellence* Lead and develop administration and personnel teams.* Establish departmental KPIs, service standards, and internal controls to improve efficiency and accountability.* Drive process improvements, digitalization, and administrative system enhancements.* Prepare operational, compliance, and performance reports to support management decisions.* Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and other corporate departments to ensure effective service delivery.Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Law, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in corporate administration and personnel affairs, including at least 5 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Proven hands-on experience managing both functions across multiple locations or business entities, including facilities, vendors, and contracts.
• Strong practical knowledge of Saudi labor regulations and government platforms, with experience resolving complex personnel matters, labor cases, and compliance risks.
• Experience developing policies, SOPs, internal controls, and performance indicators, and implementing digital systems and operational improvements.
• Previous experience in QSR, restaurant chains, food service, or food manufacturing.
• Strong leadership, analytical, decision-making, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Arabic and English.