Senior Manager - Human Resources

Company Overview

GEP is a diverse, creative team of people passionate about procurement. We invest ourselves entirely in our client’s success, creating strong collaborative relationships that deliver extraordinary value year after year. Our clients include market global leaders with far-flung international operations, Fortune 500 and Global 2000 enterprises, leading government and public institutions.

We deliver practical, effective services and software that enable procurement leaders to maximise their impact on business operations, strategy and financial performance. That’s just some of the things that we do in our quest to build a beautiful company, enjoy the journey and make a difference. GEP is a place where individuality is prized, and talent respected. We’re focused on what is real and effective. GEP is where good ideas and great people are recognized, results matter, and ability and hard work drive achievements. We’re a learning organization, actively looking for people to help shape, grow and continually improve us.

Are you one of us?

GEP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to hiring and valuing a global diverse work team.

For more information please visit us on GEP.com or check us out on LinkedIn.com.

What you will do

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Manager – HR Operations to lead and oversee HR operations across our Saudi Arabia and Dubai offices. This role will ensure seamless execution of HR processes, strong compliance with regional employment laws, and alignment with global HR strategies. Acting as a bridge between local teams and the global HR leadership in the US, you will drive operational excellence, employee experience, and continuous improvement across the HR function.

Responsibilities :

Lead HR operations for Saudi & Dubai : onboarding, payroll, benefits, and employee lifecycle.

Ensure compliance with Saudi & UAE labor laws, immigration, and payroll regulations.

Partner with US-based HR leadership to align with global HR strategies.

Manage HR systems, reporting, and employee data accuracy.

Support performance management, employee engagement, and retention initiatives.

Oversee vendor relationships (payroll, benefits, immigration partners).

What you should bring

10–14 years of HR experience, with strong exposure to Saudi & UAE operations.

Expertise in labor laws, payroll, compliance, and HR processes.

Experience in multinational / matrix environments.

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

English fluency required; Arabic preferred.

What we Offer :

A leadership role with regional impact and global exposure.

Opportunity to partner with global HR leaders and shape HR operations for a growing business.

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