Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE We are looking for a dynamic candidate to support the business through strategic HR activities, strong communication skills, as well as the ability to coach and empower others. As the HR Manager, you will lead the HR function for Jotun Saudi Co. Ltd., shaping the company culture and driving people strategies that support both business growth and employee success. In this role, you will oversee the full employee lifecycle - from recruitment to retirement - while ensuring HR practices align with Group, Regional, and local business priorities. This position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is part of the Management Team and reports directly to the Managing Director.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the HR function by applying Jotun s Leadership tools to nurture, develop, and support the team, ensuring a capable and motivated workforce ready to meet both present and future organizational needs.
• Deliver high-quality, end-to-end HR services across the employee lifecycle, from recruitment to retirement.
• Manage all areas of HR including Compensation & Benefits, Recruitment & Talent Attraction, Mobility, Diversity & Inclusion, Organizational Design and HR management systems.
• Manage end-to-end mobility services for inbound and outbound employees, ensuring a seamless and personalized experience.
• Implement and uphold Group, Regional, and local HR policies and processes, ensuring alignment with global standards and local legal requirements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure that HR strategies and initiatives actively contribute to and strengthen the wider business goals, strategy and company culture.
• Maintain compliance with legal and governmental requirements.
• Lead local training initiatives and employer branding efforts.
• Manage employee pension schemes and insurance plans.

Desired Candidate Profile

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER

What We Look for

• Bachelor s or Master s degree in Human Resources or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Human Resources.
• International experience and/or experience within an international organization.
• Strong HR management experience across both operational and strategic HR, with full-cycle responsibility.
• Solid exposure to Compensation & Benefits, including salary benchmarking against market data, and preferably a strong understanding of KFHG grading and benchmarking methodology.
• Fluent in English and Arabic.
• Strong leadership experience with a proven track record of delivering results through others.

Personal Competencies

• Initiative & Responsibility : acts on own initiative, makes things happen and accepts responsibility for the results.
• Constructive Teamwork: co-operates well with others; shares knowledge, experience and information; supports others in the pursuit of team goals.
• Analysis & Judgment : Quickly understands and analyzes complex issues and problems; comes up with sound and rational judgments.
• Effective Communication : Communicates in a clear, precise, and structured way.
• Steadiness: Creates a stable and re-assuring work atmosphere; supports and encourages team in difficult times; is firm and reliable.
• Execution: Adheres to company rules and procedures; executes plans with commitment and determination; achieves high-quality results.

What We Offer

• Extensive opportunities for professional and personal development.
• A friendly and supportive working environment.
• An international Corporate Culture founded on our four values; Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.
• A work environment that embraces Diversity and is committed to creating an equal opportunity and inclusive environment for everyone.