Regional Human Resource and Administration Manager
At a glance
Manager-level HR Business Partner & Generalist role at Azeus Convene. Remote, Saudi Arabia · full-time.
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What you'll do
- Shape HR plans across regions, advising senior leaders on workforce structure, staffing needs, succession and cultural alignment
- Run hiring, onboarding, learning, performance reviews and employee exits across the regional workforce
- Address employee concerns and build engagement efforts that support retention and inclusive workplaces
- Oversee pay and benefits, labor-law compliance, HR policies, office operations, budgets, vendors and facilities
- Keep payroll, expense claims and sales agreements on track, while using HR systems and data to improve processes
What you bring
- A bachelor's or master's degree in human resources, business administration or a related discipline
- At least eight years in progressively responsible HR roles, including three to five years managing regional or global work
- Knowledge of labor rules and compliance across regions, plus experience with HR systems and analytics
Who this fits
This manager role suits someone comfortable advising senior leaders and coordinating HR work across countries and dispersed teams. The position is remote in Saudi Arabia.
From the employer
The Regional Human Resource and Administration Manager is responsible for overseeing and leading all HR and administrative functions across multiple regions. This role ensures the alignment of HR strategies with the company's global objectives, promotes best practices in talent management, compliance, and organizational development, and manages the administrative needs to support operations efficiently.
In addition, this role supports the growth and scalability of the KSA office by leading recruitment initiatives and implementing employee retention strategies to ensure workforce stability and engagement. The Regional HR and Administration Manager also serves as a strategic and operational support partner to regional teams, helping maintain consistent HR practices while remaining responsive to evolving business needs across multiple regions.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Strategic HR Leadership:
- Develop and implement global HR strategies that align with business objectives.
- Provide leadership and guidance on organizational structure, workforce planning, and succession planning.
- Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on human capital matters.
- Drive initiatives for cultural alignment across regions.
- Partner with legal and compliance teams for global risk mitigation.
2. Talent Acquisition and Management:
- Develop recruitment strategies to attract and retain top global talent.
- Oversee onboarding programs to integrate employees across various geographies.
- Implement training and development initiatives to upskill employees.
- Manage performance appraisal processes and ensure consistency in evaluations.
- Ensure probationers are evaluated on a timely manner
- Oversee offboarding process
3. Employee Engagement and Relations:
- Create and execute employee engagement programs to improve satisfaction and retention.
- Resolve employee grievances and handle complex employee relations issues across regions.
- Foster a diverse and inclusive work environment.
4. Compensation and Benefits:
- Design and manage competitive global compensation and benefits programs.
- Ensure compliance with local labor laws and tax regulations.
- Conduct periodic reviews of compensation frameworks for equity and competitiveness.
5. Compliance and Policies:
- Develop and enforce global HR policies and ensure alignment with local regulations.
- Ensure compliance with labor laws, health and safety standards, and industry-specific guidelines.
- Monitor changes in employment law and update policies as needed.
6. Administrative Leadership:
- Oversee office administration across global locations to ensure smooth operations.
- Manage budgets for HR and administrative functions.
- Ensure proper vendor and facilities management.
7. Technology and Systems:
- Implement and oversee global HR information systems (HRIS).
- Utilize data analytics to monitor HR metrics and improve decision-making.
- Streamline administrative processes using technology and automation.
8. Payroll, Claim / Expenses Administration and Sales Agreement Handling
- Ensure that employees are paid accurately and on time.
- Maintain employee records, calculate pay and ensure compliance with tax laws and labor practices.
- Issue tax forms on time and in accordance with individual Regional/Country requirement.
- Ensure commissions are tracked and paid via monthly payroll.
- Ensure Sales Agreements are prepared on time and the right templates are used.
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 8+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3-5 years in a global or regional management role.
- Strong understanding of global labor laws, compliance, and best practices.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
- Experience with HR technology systems and analytics.
- Proven ability to work in a multicultural and geographically dispersed team.
Core Competencies:
- Strategic Thinking
- Cross-Cultural Sensitivity
- Change Management
- Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
- Problem-Solving
- Collaboration and Team Leadership