Manager, Human Resources

Responsible for leading HR initiatives across the GCC and ROW regions ensuring compliance with local employment laws and Apotex policies. This role partners with executive leadership to drive business results through effective HR strategies and practices focusing on culture performance management recruitment and compliance.

Culture and Performance Management

• Promote a winning culture of accountability entrepreneurship and high engagement.
• Partner with leaders to build high-performing teams ensuring effective performance management processes are in place.
• Drive initiatives to enhance employee effectiveness and engagement aligned with the companys vision and values.

Recruitment and Talent Management

• Oversee recruitment processes implementing strategies to attract retain and develop talent.
• Support Saudization/localization initiatives to meet government requirements.
• Facilitate career development and succession planning processes to build a strong leadership pipeline.

Compliance and Ethics

• Ensure all HR practices comply with local laws and global business ethics standards.
• Collaborate with the Global Business Ethics and Compliance Officer to identify and manage compliance risks.
• Lead training programs on compliance and ethical conduct for employees.

Employee Relations and Communication

• Foster positive employee relations through effective communication and proactive HR programs.
• Handle grievance and disciplinary cases ensuring fair treatment of all employees.
• Promote transparency and open communication to build trust-based relationships within the organization.

HR Operations and Administration

• Manage HR operations including payroll compensation benefits and employee services.
• Ensure timely processing of visas work permits and other necessary documentation for employees.
• Monitor HR metrics to evaluate effectiveness and make strategic recommendations.
• Demonstrate Behaviours that exhibit our organizational Values: Collaboration Courage Perseverance and Passion.
• Ensure personal adherence with all compliance programs including the Global Business Ethics and Compliance Program Global Quality policies and procedures Safety and Environment policies and HR policies.
• All other relevant duties as assigned.

• Education
  • Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or a related field; a Masters degree or HR certifications is preferred.
    
    
• Knowledge Skills and Abilities
  • Strong understanding of HR policies and procedures along with local labor laws in the GCC region.
  • Build relationships and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders at all organizational levels.
  • Proficient in analyzing HR metrics to inform strategy and capable of identifying and resolving issues in a dynamic environment.
  • Develop and implement HR strategies that align with business goals.
  • Competence in navigating cultural differences within a diverse workforce across the GCC region.
    
    
• Experience
  • 8 years of progressive HR experience.