AVP Talent Acquisition

Job Title: AVP Talent Acquisition

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

For nationalisation purposes - Saudi applicants only please

Job Purpose:

As the AVP Talent Acquisition, you will lead and drive the talent acquisition strategy to attract top-tier professionals who align with the organizational values and objectives of a Public Investment Fund (PIF) subsidiary. This role focuses on creating a pipeline of exceptional talent, fostering a culture of inclusion, and supporting Saudi nationalization goals, while ensuring recruitment excellence and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and implement the talent acquisition strategy in alignment with corporate objectives and Saudi Vision 2030.
• Ensure talent acquisition efforts prioritize the nationalization agenda by actively identifying and recruiting Saudi nationals across all organizational levels.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to forecast hiring needs and workforce planning.

Talent Acquisition Operations:

• Lead the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring the hiring of high-caliber candidates with corporate business backgrounds.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with hiring managers to understand their staffing requirements and develop tailored solutions.
• Oversee the use of innovative sourcing strategies, including leveraging technology, employer branding, and partnerships with academic institutions and industry associations.

Nationalization & Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and regulations, particularly with regard to Saudization and diversity initiatives.
• Design and implement programs to attract, engage, and retain Saudi talent, including leadership development pipelines for Saudi professionals.

Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management:

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Talent Acquisition team to deliver best-in-class recruitment practices.
• Collaborate with HR business partners and other internal teams to ensure alignment on talent priorities and organizational goals.
• Engage with external stakeholders such as recruitment agencies, career fairs, and professional networks to enhance the organization’s visibility as an employer of choice.

Performance Metrics & Reporting:

• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure recruitment efficiency, quality of hires, and nationalization progress.
• Provide regular reports and insights to senior leadership on hiring trends, challenges, and opportunities.

Qualifications & Experience:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

Experience:

• Minimum 8 years of experience in talent acquisition.
• Proven track record of implementing nationalization strategies and meeting Saudization targets.
• Strong understanding of Saudi labor market trends and corporate business environments.