Senior HR Generalist

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior HR Generalist to join a dynamic and rapidly expanding technology organization specializing in AI infrastructure. This pivotal role will be based in Saudi Arabia and will serve as the cornerstone of our people operations, driving excellence across the full employee lifecycle while ensuring compliance and operational efficiency in a high-growth environment. The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of strategic thinking and hands-on execution, capable of managing complex HR challenges with confidence and precision. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to shape scalable people programs, enhance employee experience, and contribute to the organization’s success in a fast-paced, venture-backed setting.

Key Responsibilities

The Senior HR Generalist will play a critical role in overseeing and optimizing HR operations, with a focus on the following areas:

• Full Employee Lifecycle Management: Own end-to-end HR processes, including onboarding, offboarding, role transitions, and leave management, within a Professional Employer Organization (PEO) framework.
• Compliance and Risk Mitigation: Maintain and enhance compliance processes, such as state registrations, policy updates, mandatory training, and audit readiness, ensuring adherence to local and international employment laws.
• Benefits and Rewards Administration: Serve as the primary liaison for benefits administration, collaborating with external HR/PEO providers and brokers to deliver competitive and compliant total rewards packages.
• Employee Relations and Conflict Resolution: Handle sensitive employee relations cases, including performance management, accommodations, conflict resolution, and separations, with professionalism and discretion.
• Legal and Risk Management: Partner with legal counsel to address complex HR matters, ensuring proper documentation, risk mitigation, and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Performance and Engagement: Support performance management cycles, manager coaching, and people programs such as engagement surveys and onboarding experiences to foster a high-performance culture.
• Data Integrity and Reporting: Ensure accuracy of HR data, maintain HRIS integrity, and generate key metrics reports on headcount, attrition, and other critical HR indicators.

Qualifications and Requirements

To excel in this role, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Experience: 5-8 years of progressive HR Generalist or HR Operations experience, preferably within fast-growing technology startups or scale-ups.
• PEO and Multi-State Compliance: Proven experience working within a PEO or multi-state employment structure, with a strong understanding of employment law and HR compliance frameworks.
• Employee Relations: Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive employee relations cases with emotional intelligence, professionalism, and sound judgment.
• Communication and Documentation: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a keen attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ability to partner effectively with Legal, Finance, Operations, and leadership teams to drive HR initiatives and operational excellence.
• Confidentiality and Discretion: A high level of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with HR automation tools (e.g., Zapier, scripting), HRIS optimization, AI-driven HR workflows, and certifications such as PHR or SHRM-CP.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a comprehensive compensation package designed to attract and retain top talent, including:

• Competitive Salary: Market-aligned compensation reflective of experience and contributions.
• Equity Participation: Opportunity to own a stake in a high-growth, venture-backed organization.
• Healthcare Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to support employee well-being.
• Work-Life Balance: Unlimited paid time off and flexible working arrangements to accommodate diverse needs.
• Financial Security: Life and disability insurance coverage, along with a 401(k) plan featuring company matching (where applicable).
• Remote Work Support: Home office stipend and monthly internet reimbursement to facilitate a productive remote work environment.
• Parental Leave: Generous and flexible parental leave policies to support employees during significant life events.
• Team Culture: Regular company offsites and team-building events to foster collaboration and camaraderie.
• Learning and Development: Access to modern tools, resources, and growth opportunities to support continuous professional development.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned HR professional to make a meaningful impact in a high-growth organization at the forefront of AI innovation. If you are passionate about shaping scalable people programs and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.