Head of HR

Role ContextThis role is based in Saudi Arabia. As the Head of HR for Saudi Arabia, you will lead the local HR team and serve as the core bridge between China and Saudi Arabia, driving efficient collaboration and integration across organization, culture, and talent management. You will manage and develop the Saudi local HR team, supporting business teams primarily in operations, review, and related functions.Responsibilities1. Deeply understand the operating models of operations, review, and other business teams; proactively identify business needs and participate deeply in business development; align HR strategy with business goals to support their achievement. Serve as the core communication bridge between Chinese and Saudi teams, driving alignment and collaboration in organizational management.2. Take full ownership of building, managing, and developing the Saudi HR team; lead the team through the full talent lifecycle (acquire, develop, retain); formulate effective talent development plans to enhance overall team competitiveness; design and implement talent management solutions tailored to the cross-cultural characteristics of the China-Saudi teams.3. Establish and maintain positive employee relations; promptly resolve employee issues and conflicts; enhance team cohesion and employee satisfaction. Properly handle communication differences and collaboration friction in cross-cultural contexts, promoting mutual understanding and integration between Chinese and Saudi teams.4. Drive the implementation of performance and training management systems; provide effective feedback and coaching to support team members' career development. Adapt systems to the Saudi local context and Chinese management requirements, ensuring smooth implementation in a cross-cultural environment.5. Drive the localization of corporate culture to enhance team identity and sense of belonging. In the context of China-Saudi cultural differences, act as a cultural translator and integrator, fostering a shared organizational identity across both teams.6. Ensure compliance with Saudi local labor laws and employment policies; safeguard HR practices meet local legal requirements and effectively manage employment risks.Requirements1. Education: Bachelor's degree or above in Human Resources Management, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.2. Experience: 10+ years of HR experience, including 5+ years managing HR teams. Experience supporting operations, review, or large-scale business teams is preferred; experience in the Middle East or managing cross-cultural teams is preferred.3. Solid knowledge across all HR functions, with hands-on experience in talent acquisition, performance management, and employee relations; proven capability in team building and management.4. Sharp problem-solving insight and excellent communication skills; able to communicate effectively with employees at all levels and management, and drive decisions in complex environments. Cross-cultural communication skills to effectively coordinate between Chinese and Saudi teams and bridge differences.5. Entrepreneurial spirit, emotionally stable, optimistic, resilient, and low-maintenance; able to adapt to the local working environment in Saudi Arabia, with strong cultural adaptability and stress tolerance.6. Language: Fluent in English (listening, speaking, reading, and writing); able to participate in English-language business meetings. Arabic proficiency is a plus.Preferred Qualifications1. Work experience in Saudi Arabia or the Middle East; familiarity with local labor laws, employment policies, and cultural customs.2. Willingness to be hands-on, undaunted by challenges, without boundaries, and genuinely curious about complex business; willingness to proactively serve as a bridge in China-Saudi cross-cultural collaboration