HR Operations Specialist

About Sanabil Venture Studio
Sanabil Venture Studio leverages a blend of industry, technology, and startup expertise, to generate and evaluate visionary ideas, and take them from idea to building and launching MVPs. If an MVP we build proves to be successful, we provide targeted seed funding, ensuring each venture is equipped with the financial foundation to meet its ambitious goals. Beyond early stage development and funding, we provide ongoing support to our portfolio ventures and founders in their pursuit of scaling their startups.

We're currently looking for an HR Operations to handle end-to-end operations from the visa processing, to onboarding, off boarding and employee relations.

What you will do

• Lead the day-to-day operations of HR systems and ensure compliance with local and global policies and procedures.
• Develop and implement strategies to deliver effective HR services with a focus on employee experience and operational efficiency.
• Manage recruitment, onboarding, leave, payroll, and employee benefits processes in coordination with various teams.
• Support digital transformation and continuous improvement of HR operations through innovative technology tools and solutions.
• Address compliance and legal issues and update company policies and procedures as needed.
• Providing support and advice to leaders and employees on all human resources matters, while ensuring confidentiality of information and maintaining a positive and fair work environment for all.
• Measure and analyze HR KPIs and data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop and deliver training materials and programs to enhance skills and build effective and diverse teams.

Key Qualifications and Requirements

• Proven experience managing HR operations or in a similar role within a fast-growing company or startup environment.
• Proficiency in working with HR systems and technology solutions (HRIS, ATS).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, demonstrating excellence in building smarter and more efficient processes.
• Proficiency in developing policies and procedures, with knowledge of local and international business systems.
• Excellent communication skills, able to work with diverse teams and maintain an inclusive and non-partisan environment.
• Good command of both written and spoken Arabic and English.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a similar field (specialized HR certifications such as CIPD, SHRM preferred).
• Additional Benefits for HR Operations Leaders
• Experience in a digital workplace or technology company.
• Ability to manage projects and apply continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Agile, etc.).
• Knowledge of AI technologies and digital transformation in HR.
• Experience in organizational development and workforce planning

What you will get

• A global, dynamic work environment for top talent, including the possibility of office transfers
• Responsibility from day one, including space for your own ideas and initiatives
• Mentorship, guidance and individual career-development input from experienced venture builders
• An incredible learning opportunity. You’ll learn & fail fast - typical startup duration is 3 to 10 months
• Work with renowned clients globally, such as in the Middle East, Europe, or South East Asia
• Fame and glory for what you will have built including the opportunity to join spin-off teams
• Competitive compensation package
• Truly entrepreneurial culture including on the "venture ground work" with all stakeholders: users, customers and investors or clients
• Apple equipment (laptop and phone) for your daily work