Assistant Manager – Talent & Organization Development

Assistant Manager – Talent & Organization Development

Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Experience: 5 – 7 years of relevant HR experience, including at least 1 – 2 years in a senior specialist or supervisory role

Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development or a related field. CIPD, SHRM or equivalent HR certification is preferred. Certification in job evaluation, assessment or performance management is an advantage.

Languages: Bilingual: Proficient in both English and Arabic

About the Client

Our client is a leading player in the logistics and supply chain sector in Saudi Arabia. The organization is recognized for its innovative solutions, customer-centric approach, and contribution to advancing logistics excellence in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030. The company is committed to fostering organizational development, building capabilities, and driving transformation across its business operations.

About the Role

The Assistant Manager – Talent & Organization Development supports the General Manager of Human Resources & Administration and leads the day-to-day delivery of recruitment, job descriptions and organization development, performance management, and employee engagement. The role combines hands-on execution with strong coordination, analysis and stakeholder management, operating within approved HR policies, manpower plans and delegated authority.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment & Manpower Implementation
  • Manage approved vacancies from sourcing and screening through interviews, selection, offer coordination and pre-employment requirements.
  • Partner with department managers to clarify manpower needs and ensure hiring aligns with the approved manpower plan, budget and Saudization requirements.
  • Maintain accurate recruitment trackers and report vacancy status, progress, challenges and expected joining dates.
  • Coordinate technical interviews, assessments and required approvals, and manage recruitment agencies and sourcing channels.
  • Coordinate onboarding activities to deliver a consistent and professional candidate and new-joiner experience.
• Job Descriptions & Organization Development
  • Lead the preparation, review and updating of job descriptions in coordination with department managers.
  • Maintain an accurate job description database and ensure duties, qualifications, competencies and reporting relationships reflect current business requirements.
  • Support updates to organization structures and document approved changes in relevant HR records and systems.
  • Participate in job evaluation, grading, competency frameworks, succession planning and workforce optimization initiatives.
• Performance Management
  • Manage the annual performance management cycle, including objective setting, mid-year reviews and year-end evaluations.
  • Follow up with managers and employees to ensure accurate and complete submissions within approved timelines.
  • Review performance submissions for quality and policy compliance before final management review.
  • Prepare completion reports, rating analyses, calibration data and management presentations.
  • Conduct awareness sessions and support performance improvement plans where required.
• Employee Engagement
  • Plan and implement employee engagement initiatives aligned with the HR plan, company values and workforce needs.
  • Coordinate engagement surveys, analyze findings and prepare practical action plans and recommendations.
  • Follow up with department managers on agreed engagement actions and monitor progress.
  • Coordinate employee communication, recognition, wellbeing and engagement activities, and evaluate their effectiveness.
• Reporting & Team Support
  • Prepare dashboards and periodic reports covering recruitment, vacancies, job descriptions, performance and engagement.
  • Supervise and guide assigned employee(s), allocate work and monitor delivery quality and timelines.
  • Provide regular updates to the General Manager on progress, risks, delays and decisions required.
  • Identify process gaps and recommend improvements that enhance efficiency, service quality and employee experience.

Core Competencies

• Ability to independently manage multiple HR workstreams and coordinate effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Strong recruitment delivery capability, including sourcing strategy, candidate assessment and agency management.
• Proven ability to write and review job descriptions and support organization structure changes.
• Hands-on experience managing performance cycles and producing management-level analysis and reports.
• Practical experience designing or implementing employee engagement initiatives and action plans.
• Strong communication, follow-up, judgment and attention to detail, with the ability to perform under pressure.
• Strong Microsoft Office, HR reporting and data analysis skills, with practical experience using HR systems and recruitment platforms.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.