Human Resources Manager📣 Job Ad

About Blacksand

Blacksand, the development arm of Alabdullatif Group, is a key player in residential, commercial, mixed-use, hospitality, and logistics projects. The company is recognized for its commitment to quality and innovation, focusing on creating integrated communities and modern developments that meet high industry standards.

The Role: Human Resources Manager

Blacksand is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to establish and lead the human resources function. Based in Riyadh, this full-time role is critical for building the policies, systems, and practices that will enable Blacksand to attract, develop, and retain top talent. The manager will oversee talent acquisition, employee relations, HR operations, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with department heads to plan and execute company-wide hiring.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including job postings, sourcing, screening, interviews, offers, and closing.
• Build and manage the onboarding experience for new joiners to ensure smooth integration.
• Serve as a trusted point of contact for employees on HR matters, resolving queries and issues.
• Lead performance management cycles, including goal setting, feedback, and evaluations.
• Drive employee engagement, culture, and retention initiatives.
• Oversee HR operations, including contracts, personnel files, leave management, and end-of-service processes.
• Ensure full compliance with Saudi labor law, Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) requirements, GOSI, and Saudization (Nitaqat) targets.
• Manage government-related processes, including Qiwa, Muqeem, GOSI, iqama, and exit/re-entry as needed.
• Establish and administer compensation, benefits, and payroll processes in coordination with finance.
• Lead benchmarking, salary reviews, and benefits enhancements to maintain competitiveness in the Riyadh market.
• Establish, maintain, and enforce HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks.
• Select and manage the HRIS, providing leadership with clear people data and dashboards.
• Prepare and deliver monthly HR reports on headcount, hiring, attrition, and Saudization directly to the executive team.
• Build the HR team over time as Blacksand grows.
• Establish and continuously improve HR processes, tools, and standards from the ground up.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 5 to 10 years of progressive experience in Human Resources management.
• Demonstrated experience in establishing and leading HR functions from inception.
• Strong understanding and practical experience with Saudi labor law and related government regulations (HRSD, GOSI, Nitaqat, Qiwa, Muqeem).
• Proven ability to manage comprehensive HR operations, including talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation, and benefits.

Work Setting

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role operates within a dynamic development company focused on significant projects across various sectors.

Application Process

Candidates who meet the above qualifications are encouraged to apply.