Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) – Strategic HR Leader

About the role

The company is looking for a senior HR executive to shape and execute an integrated people strategy that supports its business, operational and investment goals. The CHRO will act as a strategic adviser to senior management on workforce priorities, organisational capabilities and human‑capital risks.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement a human‑resources strategy aligned with the company’s overall direction.
• Advise senior management on workforce priorities, talent requirements and organisational capabilities.
• Design organisational structures, workforce plans, job architecture, succession plans and Saudisation strategy.
• Lead talent acquisition for executive, leadership, professional and specialised roles.
• Govern recruitment, selection, onboarding and appointment processes.
• Establish talent‑management, succession‑planning and employee‑retention programmes.
• Create a performance‑management framework linked to strategic objectives and KPIs.
• Oversee leadership development, capability‑building, training and career‑development initiatives.
• Develop salary structures, grades, incentives, benefits and reward frameworks in line with market practices.
• Manage the HR budget, workforce costs, payroll governance and employee‑related expenses.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi labour laws, Saudisation requirements and internal policies.
• Handle employee relations, grievances, disciplinary cases, investigations and labour disputes.
• Collaborate with legal and government‑relations functions on employment matters.
• Strengthen company culture, values, employee experience and engagement.

Required profile

• Proven senior HR executive experience in medium‑sized or large organisations.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi labour regulations and Saudisation requirements.
• Track record of leading HR functions across workforce planning, talent acquisition, performance management and compensation.
• Experience in real‑estate development, investment, construction or related sectors is strongly preferred.

Required skills