Assistant Director of People and Culture

About the Role Four Seasons Resort and Residences Red Sea at Shura Island is looking for an Assistant Director of People and Culture who shares our passion for excellence and is enthusiastic about creating the best employee experience. This role reports to the Director of People and Culture and will be responsible for assisting in leading the People and Culture strategy and execution and overseeing the day to day running of the People and Culture function; including but not limited to benefits administration, talent acquisition and retention strategies, wage and salary administration, employee relations, learning and development, and local diversity initiatives. What You Will Do • Lead and oversee the day to day operations of the People & Culture Department and collaborate with leadership on the implementation of the People & Culture strategy. • Act as an objective third party in employee counselling, problem solving, and conflict resolution, and communicate to the Director of People & Culture any circumstances that may raise legal issues or liabilities for the hotel. • Identify, analyze, and initiate appropriate actions to resolve patterns of unsatisfactory employee turnover. • Assist in managing the financial aspects of the departmental budget, including benefits, labour and salary reporting, and planning cost effective events within budget guidelines. • Oversee regular audits of insurance records, immigration and labour records, and paid time off allowances. • Monitor and ensure organizational compliance with the local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; review and revise policies and practices to maintain compliance. • Act as a liaison between employees and management to address questions or concerns regarding company policies, practices, and regulations. • Work closely with Finance regarding labour meetings, employee attestations, and wage and hour training. • Supervise employee programs such as recognition celebrations, community outreach, internal meetings, bi annual staff events, and more • Respond to employee claims, Workers Compensation matters, Leaves of Absence, and Wage & Hour inquiries. • Participate and be an active member of the Health, Safety and Security Committee, including monthly meetings. • Work harmoniously and professionally with all staff while maintaining the confidentiality of People & Culture information. • Oversee the hiring process and support the Talent Acquisition Manager. • Lead P&C metrics and reporting efforts, providing regular updates on employee performance, turnover, and other key P&C data. • Manage P&C budgets, ensuring cost-effective strategies and resource allocation. • Minimum of 3 years experience in a People & Culture (Human Resources) leadership role, preferably within the luxury hospitality industry. • Bachelor s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or Hospitality Management; Master s degree or HR certification (e.g., CIPD, SHRM) is preferred • Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. • High level of emotional intelligence and excellent interpersonal abilities. • In-depth knowledge of HR principles, labor laws, employee relations, and talent management. • Ability to drive organizational change, improve employee engagement, and enhance company culture. • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage complex P&C issues. • Ability to collaborate effectively with senior leadership and department heads. • Genuine passion for luxury hospitality and delivering exceptional service. • Fluency in Arabic and English. • Local's only as per the Saudi labor law.