Human Resources Business Partner

HRBP Specialist Job Description

We are looking for a HRBP for one of our FMCG clients based in the KSA.

Title: HRBP
Location: Dahran, KSA
Experience: Minimum of 15 years of experience in HR business partnering, e.g., in developing HR plans and implementing initiatives in areas such as recruitment, performance management, organizational design, training, and change management; with specific experience in the Oil and Gas sector being highly advantageous.

Job Summary

The HR Business Partnering Department, which is responsible for providing end-to-end HR services to the entire Upstream Business Line, is seeking to hire a Senior HR Business Partner with experience leading a HR transformation in a large matrix reporting organization. The Senior HR Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a critical link between the Aramco Corporate HR function and the Upstream Business Line, developing partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-adding services to enable the Upstream business and 2030 growth ambitions. To be effective, the HRBP will develop a deep understanding of the Business Line.

Responsibilities

1. Business understanding: Understand the key business challenges and drivers, speak the language of the business, possess a strong understanding of financial figures and analytics, and translate the business strategy and objectives into a people agenda.
2. Strategic workforce planning: Drive workforce planning, identify future capabilities and skills gaps, conduct workforce assessments, and make informed decisions on internal and external talent strategic choices.
3. Talent and recruitment management: Develop and execute HR roadmaps for talent attraction, retention, and development, and apply best practices to meet business needs.
4. Individual performance management: Advocate for high quality individual performance management across the organization.
5. Business performance management: Provide granular insights into drivers of labour cost and work with Finance and business leaders to identify levers to reduce labour cost, workforce intensity, and improve productivity.
6. Stakeholder management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, providing strategic HR advice and guidance, and focusing on value generation.
7. Change management and continuous improvement: Drive change initiatives and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.
8. HR data analytics: Embrace and integrate digital tools and analytics in HR practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
9. Diversity and inclusion initiatives: Promote a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
10. Organizational health: Maintain key aspects of organizational health, including culture and structure, and ensure it is healthy, strong, and able to deliver business needs.
11. Leadership capabilities and coaching: Develop leadership capabilities at different levels (frontline, middle management, and top management), provide individual coaching to leaders, and ensure leadership team effectiveness.

Experience, Education and Skills

Experience: 15 years of experience as a HRBP/Equivalent.
Education: Master's degree in a relevant discipline.
Skills: A good understanding of business functions, industry trends, and competitive landscape, along with the ability to make decisions that align with business objectives. Proven track record of translating business requirements into people strategy, e.g., in workforce planning and talent recruitment; preferably in large, complex, multi-national organizations. Proficiency in communicating effectively with all organizational levels and building strong relationships with stakeholders, including corporate leadership. Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing circumstances and resilience in facing industry challenges. Strong leadership and analytical abilities, with a focus on data-driven approaches to improve business performance.