Role Summary The HR Compliance Leader will be responsible for ensuring end-to-end compliance with Saudi labor laws and regulatory frameworks across all HR operations. The role requires strong practical expertise in interpreting and applying labor regulations within a multinational IT/technology environment, while partnering with business leaders to drive compliant, efficient, and scalable HR practices.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage HR compliance for Saudi Arabia, ensuring adherence to Saudi Labor Law and government regulations (GOSI, MHRSD, Saudization requirements) Interpret regulatory changes and translate them into actionable HR policies and processes Provide expert advisory on employee lifecycle matters including hiring, contracts, separations, disciplinary actions, benefits, and EOSBDrive audits, compliance reviews, and risk mitigation initiatives Partner with business, legal, finance, and external stakeholders Manage compliance reporting, governance forums, and escalations Support localization initiatives Build awareness on regulatory requirements
Qualifications & Experience Saudi National (mandatory)8–10 years of HR compliance experience in multinational IT/technology organizations Expertise in Saudi Labor Law and its practical application Experience in regulatory audits and compliance frameworks Understanding of government portals and statutory requirements Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Power Point, Word) for data analysis, presentations, and documentation
Behavioral Competencies Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills High result orientation Ownership and accountability mindset Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities Excellent English communication skills Ability to work in a fast-paced, matrixed environment Demonstrates strong hunger and passion to excel at work, with a proactive and continuous improvement mindset
Preferred Attributes Experience in multinational IT services or consulting organizations Exposure to GCC compliance frameworks Ability to balance governance with business agility