HR Consultant with Sports/ Football Experience - 6 Months - Riyadh (Arabic Speaker)
Job description
Key Responsibilities
- Review, update, and develop HR Policy Manuals aligned with organizational and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance with labor laws
- Develop and maintain HR compliance checklists to support governance and adherence to standards
- Lead requirement gathering activities for HR systems and initiatives, and provide UAT support and implementation planning
- Support the implementation of HR systems (e.g., SAP)
- Review and update job descriptions (JDs), and develop job evaluation, titling, and leveling frameworks
- Support updates to organization structures and workforce alignment based on evolving business needs
- Conduct training needs analysis and develop annual training plans, while supporting competency framework design and employee development initiatives
- Contribute to the development and execution of HR strategy, including a 3-year roadmap, strategic initiatives, and KPI frameworks
- Develop HR infrastructure elements such as SLAs, DOA, value chains, processes, and procedures
- Develop and maintain workforce planning tools (e.g., WFP calculators, forecasting templates) and support manpower budgeting
- Deliver workforce analysis and headcount reports, and provide HR tools, templates, and reporting kits
- Support employee relations by facilitating communication, addressing concerns, and promoting a positive workplace culture
- Develop and update HR documentation, including policies and JDs, and provide subject matter expertise during interviews as needed
Key Requirements
- 6 + Years of Proven experience in HR transformation, workforce planning, or people consulting
- Demonstrated experience within the sports sector, preferably football, with understanding of its operating model and talent dynamics
- Strong understanding of HR frameworks (policies, competencies, job evaluation, performance management)
- Experience in workforce analytics, reporting, and data-driven decision-making
- Familiarity with HR systems implementation and UAT processes
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Sports/Football experience
- Proficient in both Arabic and English.