Head of Administration (Saudi National)

We are seeking a highly experienced, results-driven and hands-on Head of Administration to lead corporate administration, personnel affairs, regulatory compliance, and employee services. Key Responsibilities: 1. Corporate Administration * Lead and oversee daily corporate administrative operations, office services, facilities management, and general administrative support. * Manage administrative contracts, vendors, service providers, and operational budgets. * Develop, implement, and continuously improve administrative policies, procedures, and internal controls. * Ensure efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality administrative services across the organization. 2. Personnel Affairs & Employee Services * Oversee personnel operations throughout the employee lifecycle, including employment contracts, employee records, transfers, renewals, and separations. * Manage attendance, leave administration, employee documentation, benefits administration, and payroll coordination. * Oversee employee relations, disciplinary procedures, grievances, and end-of-service settlements. * Ensure accurate personnel records, timely employee services, and consistent application of company policies. And develop Company policies 3. Legal Compliance * Oversee government platforms, including Qiwa, GOSI, Mudad, Muqeem, and Absher Business. * Ensure compliance with Saudi Labor Law, HRSD regulations, Saudization, Nitaqat, and Wage Protection requirements. * Proactively identify regulatory violations, potential penalties, legal risks, and financial exposure, and implement preventive and corrective measures. * Monitor regulatory updates and ensure timely completion of government transactions, renewals, and mandatory submissions. * Coordinate with legal and relevant authorities on labor-related matters, disputes, and regulatory requirements. 4. Leadership & Operational Excellence * Lead and develop administration and personnel teams. * Establish departmental KPIs, service standards, and internal controls to improve efficiency and accountability. * Drive process improvements, digitalization, and administrative system enhancements. * Prepare operational, compliance, and performance reports to support management decisions. * Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and other corporate departments to ensure effective service delivery. Qualifications & Experience: • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Law, or a related field. • Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in corporate administration and personnel affairs, including at least 5 years in a managerial or leadership role. • Proven hands-on experience managing both functions across multiple locations or business entities, including facilities, vendors, and contracts. • Strong practical knowledge of Saudi labor regulations and government platforms, with experience resolving complex personnel matters, labor cases, and compliance risks. • Experience developing policies, SOPs, internal controls, and performance indicators, and implementing digital systems and operational improvements. • Previous experience in QSR, restaurant chains, food service, or food manufacturing. • Strong leadership, analytical, decision-making, communication, and problem-solving skills. • Proficiency in Arabic and English.