HR & Business Operations Specialist

About the role

We are seeking an HR & Business Operations Specialist to lead Manifest’s end‑to‑end HR function while supporting day‑to‑day business administration, accounting, legal coordination and external stakeholder management. The role is hands‑on, cross‑functional and ideal for a highly organized professional who enjoys ownership.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the full employee lifecycle – recruitment, onboarding, development, performance, compensation, off‑boarding and compliance with Saudi labour regulations.
• Maintain corporate and administrative documentation, track licences, registrations and coordinate government submissions.
• Handle basic bookkeeping, issue client invoices, track payments, manage petty cash and support VAT/Zakat reporting.
• Prepare, organise and follow‑up on contracts, NDAs and legal documents, liaising with the legal advisor as needed.
• Coordinate with external partners such as production partners, casting managers, suppliers and professional service providers.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in HR operations or business operations, preferably in Saudi Arabia.
• Hands‑on experience with the employee lifecycle and Saudi government platforms (Qiwa, GOSI, Mudad, Muqeem).
• Good knowledge of Saudi Labour Law and HR regulations.
• Experience in recruitment, payroll coordination and general HR administration.
• Background in agency, startup or fast‑paced SME environment is a plus.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Google Workspace.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with Qiwa platform.
• Familiarity with GOSI platform.
• Familiarity with Mudad platform.
• Familiarity with Muqeem platform.

What we offer

• Opportunity to manage the full HR function within a growing company.
• Broader exposure to business operations, accounting, legal coordination and stakeholder management.