Associate Manager, People Partner📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Amadeus is looking for an Associate Manager, People Partner to join their team in Jeddah, Makkah Province, Saudi Arabia. This role plays a pivotal role in leading and executing core HR operations, while building strong partnerships with business leaders and global stakeholders. You will be responsible for managing the entire employee lifecycle, supporting the implementation of HR and Culture (People & Culture - P&C) initiatives, ensuring strict compliance with local regulations, and consistently contributing to a high-quality employee experience across the organization. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact within a dynamic and globally connected company.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Manage the complete employee lifecycle, including recruitment, termination, career development, learning opportunities, internal mobility, and ensuring compliance with all internal policies.
• Effective coordination with various HR and Culture functions, including recruitment, compensation, and benefits, to ensure smooth operations and optimal service delivery.
• Contribute to the local implementation of reward programs, accurately assess their success, and provide essential compensation guidance to local management.
• Implement HR and Culture policies, programs, and initiatives, ensuring their full alignment with overarching global strategies.
• Address and manage employee relations matters and performance management processes in close collaboration with management.
• Support HR reporting and analytics by generating insightful data to drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of local labor laws and regulations, ensure full compliance, and recommend necessary adjustments.
• Collaborate with Centers of Excellence (COEs), global business partners, and local specialists to ensure effective initiative implementation.
• Oversee and manage relevant government processes and portals, including Qiwa, Muddad, GOSI, and MOFA.
• Approve monthly payrolls and provide backup support for payroll processing when needed.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of progressive HR experience.
• Previous experience in an HR Business Partner (HRBP) role within a matrix global environment is essential.
• Experience in the IT sector is preferred.
• A Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or a closely related field is essential.
• A comprehensive understanding of HR processes and regional labor regulations is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of employee relations is required.
• Proven ability to be a proactive problem-solver with strong business acumen that drives tangible results.
• Ability to navigate and manage complex situations with confidence.
• Proficiency in both English and Arabic (spoken and written) is preferred.
• Willingness to travel intermittently within Saudi Arabia.

Core Skills

• Employee Lifecycle Management
• HR Operations Implementation
• Local Regulations Compliance
• Employee Relations
• Performance Management
• HR Reporting and Analytics
• Labor Laws
• Government Portals (Qiwa, Muddad, GOSI, MOFA)
• Payroll Processing
• Problem Solving
• Business Acumen

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position, requiring intermittent travel within Saudi Arabia. The work location is in Jeddah, Makkah Province.