Saudi Telecom Company Hiring for HR Policies Section Manager at Riyadh Full Time

Job Summary

The role holder is responsible for developing and maintaining HR policies, and Regulations “La-ehah” for STC in coordination with relevant stakeholders from the HR Sector and ensuring that all operational and business activities of STC employees are in adherence to defined HR policies at all times. The role holder shall carry out his duties in accordance with the stipulated business policies and procedures.

Managerial Responsibilities

• Participates in the development and implementation of Policies plans, in line with the corporate objectives.
• Directs and manages the HR Policies Section mandates, providing leadership and facilitating work processes in order to achieve high performance standards.
• Interprets and implements change in the HR Policies Section providing guidance and support, necessary for continuous improvement.
• Ensures compliance with organizational policies, procedures and quality standards in HR Policies Section

Core Responsibilities

Section Planning & Strategy Implementation
Ensures that the Sector strategy is cascaded for the HR Policies Section and develops business plans for the Section to drive the achievement of the desired objectives.

Policies Development

• Manages the process of developing and maintaining HR policies related to all the areas in HR, including but not limited to recruitment, learning and development, performance management, rewards and benefits, career development, succession planning, employee retention and talent management, retirement, health and welfare benefits, employee relations and termination, Saudization, etc.
• Manages developing and maintaining of the Regulations “La-ehah” in order to ensure its compliance.
• Conducts and checks policies validation in coordinating with Legal General Directorate (i.e. Legal Consultations & Investigations department) to ensure policies alignment and adherence with labor law regulations.
• Develops, reviews and updates HR authorities on a regular basis to find different ways to maximize processes efficiency.

Policies Awareness & Execution.

• Ensures that internal stakeholders are executing all HR policies, and undertakes necessary measures to ensure smooth implementation on the ground.
• Develops and conduct regular internal campaigns that aims to enhance awareness of HR policies and regulations, in coordination with change management, to ensure an utter realization of policies within the organization.
• Communicates all HR policies to STC employees in order for employees to be aware of their rights and duties of care towards the company, and avoid any breach of duties.
• Reviews Nomination & Remuneration Committee decrees that are related to HR policies, and follow-up to ensure implementation of those decrees.
• Provides Employee Care and HR compliance teams all necessary support with regard to clarification of policies changes, and consider their inputs while developing the policies.
• Follows up with HR Procedures and Systems support to ensure development of related procedures, to support smooth policies execution.
• Ensures adherence to set quality guidelines and parameters for the Policies Section and takes necessary action to rectify any deviations.

People Management Responsibilities

• Defines goals and key performance indicators for each member of the team and ensures effective application of the STC performance management process.
• Directs planning and selection of manpower in the HR Policies Section, in line with the business and operational plans.
• Ensures high level of employee engagement and capability development by providing on – going feedback and coaching team members within the HR Policies Section.
• Performs other responsibilities and tasks as directed by the Director – Rewards & Policies in order to meet objectives.

Qualifications/Certification

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources/Business Administration or any other related major.

Years of Experience

A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.

Nature of Experience

Prior experience in developing, managing and implementing HR policies, preferably in the telecom industry.

Desired Skills & Knowledge

• Sound knowledge of STC’s internal operational and business processes
• Excellent knowledge of HR policy development
• Proficiency in the application of contemporary HR procedures and practices
• Proficiency in current employment, benefits, and compensation related laws
• Knowledge of KSA labour laws and other regulatory guidelines pertaining HR and Nationalization
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong planning and organizing skills