Head of HR - KSA - Saudi National

This is a demanding position in a complex and dynamic financial services
environment.

In view of the growth strategy of Cigna KSA, the position holder will be
responsible for developing and managing the entire HR spectrum, by building
and executing the people strategy that supports the overall business results.
The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting business
throughout and across the employee lifecycle, including employee relations;
policy development, coordinating and facilitating payroll & benefits, and
other colleague support initiatives; and in providing local support, delivery,
and execution of HR responsibilities while we are building the team in KSA.

Specific responsibilities of the role include:
Understand business and functional priorities thoroughly and translate them
into the design and development of a business-enabling people agenda

Responsible for the effective delivery of the full spectrum of People
strategy, both strategic and operation levels, including talent acquisition,
retention, performance management, compensation & benefits, talent management
and learning & development.

Manage talent review, development, and succession planning in consultation
with the business.

Overseeing accurate and timely administration and delivery of operational
tasks, which includes but is not limited to payroll, personnel file
maintenance, Employee Transactions & Workday data entry, auditing, compliance,
and providing data for financial controllers.

Ensuring coordination, quality upkeep and maintenance of Personal Files, HRIS
Data, employment letters and documentation, employee notifications and
transactions

Overseeing/ supporting internal and external audits.

Managing all approval processes for the regions in accordance with the
approvals matrix and invoicing policies

Driving efficiencies and improvements operational matters from both cost and
delivery perspective

Oversight of collaboration between HR ops team and the Mobility Team for local
HR support of transfers, work authorization and business visa processes

Oversight of HR operations involvement in the local support of entry level and
experienced hire recruitment, working closely with the regional recruitment
team to coordinate and deliver on a seamless process form an operational and
onboarding perspective

Contributing to and supporting operational aspects and impacts of core
curriculum and targeted Learning & Development activities at a local office,
regional and international market roll-out level

Providing thought leadership on regional HR Operations needs and strategies,
working with Regional Head, Director of Talent, TA Lead, Comp&Ben; and other
relevant leaders to design approaches, and oversee the successful
implementation of initiatives

Working closely with Market, Office, and HR Leadership to contribute to the
advancement of local office culture and engagement in line with Cigna values

Contributing to the MEA HR team and building regional HR engagement, including
the ‘Way We Work’ hybrid methodology

Building credibility with all colleagues but particularly key business leaders
through encouraging open dialogue and maintaining confidentiality.

Serving as a trusted advisor on employee relation matters to senior business
leaders

Providing advice and counsel to all colleagues regarding employment law,
policy and/or employee issues.

Performing and supporting employee investigations when required. Ensure
enforcement of disciplinary procedures.

Ensuring employee termination and exit matters are handled in a professional
and empathetic manner.

Fostering relationships with external counsel and how they are deployed across
the regions

Leading and providing guidance to employees and managers on issues relating to
performance, fairness, and culture

Managing ER risk, address cases/issues/exceptions, and leading regional policy
compliance agenda

Ensuring regional HR team is kept to date with current and new legislation
across the region working with the Legal Team as needed to ensure compliance
to local labor requirements

Working closely with regional HR team to update and amend policy & procedures
in line with new and revised local legislation and directives, including being
a trusted advisor to the local business for all employment related matters.

Ensuring uniform and equitable application of policies and procedures.

Experience required:
Degree holder with minimum ‎10+ years’ work experience in a Human Resources-
related role (Human Capital Operations management and generalist HR
background; other HR functional specialties highly considered)

Industry experience, financial services or multi-national corporate firm
background and being familiar with fast-paced environment will be an
advantage.

Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
is required, experience of Workday is highly advantageous

Excellent English language skills,

Ability to influence with authority across stakeholder groups, with advanced
executive presence.

Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to interact with
C-suite; Board; Investors; and Outside regulators.

Results driven, quick leaner and ability to establish credibility with varied
audiences.

Ability to lead in a large matrix team in a global environment.

About Cigna Healthcare
Cigna Healthcare, a division of The Cigna Group, is an advocate for better
health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the health
care system, empowering them with the information and insight they need to
make the best choices for improving their health and vitality. Join us in
driving growth and improving lives.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age,
disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical
conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin,
ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard
to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected
by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

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process, please email: [email protected] for support. Do not email
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