Human Resources Manager

About the Role

Uplift People Consulting is partnering with a rapidly expanding regional Food & Beverage group to recruit a Human Resources Manager for its operations in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves leading day-to-day HR operations, strengthening people processes, and supporting business growth across more than 60 locations in the Kingdom. The successful candidate will report directly to the Chief People Officer and manage a team of two direct reports.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end HR operations, including onboarding, employee documentation, transfers, promotions, and offboarding.
• Manage payroll coordination, attendance, leave administration, employee benefits, and HRIS data accuracy.
• Ensure consistent and efficient HR service delivery across multiple locations.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi labor laws, employment regulations, and statutory requirements.
• Lead Saudization initiatives, monitor Nitaqat compliance, and support nationalization targets.
• Oversee visa, work permit, and residency processes through the Government Relations team.
• Manage HR-related audits and proactively address compliance risks.
• Coordinate high-volume local and international recruitment in partnership with recruitment agencies.
• Support workforce planning, manpower budgeting, and headcount forecasting.
• Ensure effective employee mobilization and onboarding across operational locations.
• Partner with Operations and restaurant management teams on employee-related matters.
• Manage employee relations, disciplinary processes, conflict resolution, and workplace investigations.
• Implement initiatives to improve employee engagement, retention, and overall employee experience.
• Provide HR guidance to operational leaders in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data.
• Monitor and report on key HR metrics, including headcount, attrition, absenteeism, and workforce costs.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, policies, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications and Experience

• 5-10 years of experience in Human Resources, preferably within the Food & Beverage sector or a multi-location business.
• Demonstrated experience in leading day-to-day HR operations and strengthening people processes.
• Strong understanding of Saudi labor laws and regulations.
• Experience with Saudization initiatives and Nitaqat compliance.
• Proven ability to manage a team and oversee HR activities across multiple sites.

Work Environment

This role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and is a full-time position. The Human Resources Manager will operate within a dynamic, growth-oriented organization with significant regional ambitions, working directly with senior leadership.

Career Impact

• Take ownership of HR operations within a rapidly expanding, multi-location business.
• Influence people practices across the Kingdom by working directly with senior leadership.
• Play a key role in supporting business expansion and workforce development.