People & Culture Executive (Saudi Only)

About Basiqat by Mantis

Basiqat by Mantis is a luxury eco-resort currently in its pre-opening phase in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Operating under the Mantis brand, which is part of the Accor Group, the resort aims to offer a distinctive hospitality experience that integrates luxury, nature, sustainability, and local culture. As a member of the Accor family, Basiqat by Mantis is committed to delivering guest experiences and fostering an inclusive workplace for its employees.

The Role: People & Culture Executive

Basiqat by Mantis is seeking a People & Culture Executive to join its pre-opening team in Riyadh. This full-time position is open to Saudi nationals only. The successful candidate will serve as a key operational partner to the People & Culture Manager, supporting the overall management and administration of the People & Culture function. The role involves ensuring compliance with Saudi Arabian labor regulations, Accor policies, and Mantis brand standards. Operating at an Assistant Manager level, the People & Culture Executive will contribute to establishing HR processes, implementing policies, and building a positive workplace culture from the outset.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the People & Culture Manager in overseeing daily departmental operations.
• Coordinate HR activities and act as second-in-command in the absence of the People & Culture Manager, within delegated authority.
• Ensure effective implementation of People & Culture policies, procedures, and operational standards.
• Provide guidance and support to department heads and employees on HR-related matters.
• Supervise and coordinate assigned HR administrative activities, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and timely completion.
• Maintain effective communication between the People & Culture department and other operational departments.
• Assist in preparing departmental reports, workforce statistics, and management presentations.

Pre-Opening Duties

• Support the development and implementation of the resort's pre-opening People & Culture action plan.
• Coordinate recruitment, selection, and onboarding activities in line with the approved manpower plan.
• Assist in establishing HR systems, employee records, personnel files, and administrative procedures.
• Support the implementation of Accor and Mantis People & Culture policies and operational requirements.
• Coordinate employee mobilization, joining formalities, and pre-opening documentation.
• Monitor the progress of assigned People & Culture pre-opening tasks and provide regular updates.
• Collaborate with department heads to ensure staffing readiness and smooth integration of new employees.
• Assist in preparing employee facilities, orientation arrangements, and internal communication processes prior to opening.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, experienced, and people-oriented, with a strong understanding of HR operations and Saudi Arabian labor regulations. This role requires an individual capable of supporting a dynamic pre-opening environment and contributing to the establishment of a positive workplace culture.

Application Process

Candidates interested in this full-time People & Culture Executive position in Riyadh are invited to apply to join the pre-opening team of Basiqat by Mantis.