Director of People & Culture (Saudi National)

SO/ is a coveted collection of hotels, rooted in the world of fashion. Making its stylish debut on the global hotel scene in 2011, SO/ continues to command attention with its avant-garde design and creative approach to the world of luxury.

We are seeking a passionate and people-focused Director of People & Culture to bring the spirit of SO/ Jeddah to life through exceptional talent, culture, and leadership. As a strategic partner to the Executive Team, you will shape an inspiring workplace, champion employee experience, and build a culture that attracts, develops, and retains the industry's best talent

Responsibilities

Shape and deliver the People & Culture strategy, ensuring alignment with the vision and values of SO/ Jeddah.; Attract, develop, and retain exceptional talent through innovative recruitment and development initiatives.; Foster a vibrant culture built on creativity, engagement, inclusion, and belonging.; Champion employee experience, wellbeing, and recognition programs that inspire high performance.; Partner with leaders to drive organizational effectiveness, talent growth, and team success.; Ensure compliance with Saudi labor laws, Saudization requirements, and company policies.; Leverage people insights and workforce data to support strategic decision-making.; Lead and develop a high-performing People & Culture team.; Act as a trusted advisor to the Executive Team on all people, culture, and organizational matters.

Requirements

Saudi National with 10+ years of progressive People & Culture / HR leadership experience.; Proven success in shaping people strategies, culture, and organizational growth.; Strong knowledge of Saudi labor law, Saudization, and local employment regulations.; Experience attracting, developing, and retaining top talent in a dynamic environment.; Strong understanding of employee experience, performance management, and talent development.; Confident leader with a track record of building and inspiring high-performing teams.; Data-driven mindset with experience leveraging people insights and HR systems to inform decisions.; Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.; Ability to lead change, navigate complexity, and drive organizational effectiveness.; Experience within luxury hospitality, lifestyle brands, or pre-opening environments is highly desirable