Hisham Ayub
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT – CORPORATE SHARED SERVICES
Riyadh
Summary
Accomplished EVP with 20+ years of international leadership across the U.S., Saudi Arabia, and Africa. Renowned for leading enterprise-wide transformation, establishing group-level Shared Services, and aligning people strategy with board governance and compliance frameworks. Currently driving transformation at Al Watania Poultry while serving on the GRC committee to architect organizational structure and succession alignment. Recognized for leading multi-functional teams, embedding digital HR platforms (SAP SuccessFactors), and building strong operational and governance systems. Formerly held senior roles at Walt Disney World and Yum! Brands. Trusted by boards and CEOs to lead high-impact change, optimize workforce strategy, and deliver measurable results across large organizations.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Executive Vice President – Corporate Shared Services
Al Watania Poultry
2024.10 - Current
- Company Overview: Al Rajhi Group
- Executive sponsor of Corporate Shared Services across HR, IT, Admin, and OSH for 13,000+ employee
- Established the company’s first Occupational Safety & Health (OSH) function, setting group-wide safety standards, compliance frameworks, and preventive systems
- Leading a group-wide transformation of Shared Services, including digital enablement, governance standardization, and SLA-based delivery models
- Member of the GRC Committee, leading the design of the group’s organizational structure, succession frameworks, and governance alignment.nt
- Partner with NRC and GRC committees to align human capital, risk, compliance, and operational reporting with board-level mandates
- Al Rajhi Group
Group Chief People & Culture Officer
AlDaajan Holding Group
2023.07 - 2024.08
- Company Overview: (Al Hatab Bakery, Juhaina, Serbal Security, Construction, Investments)
- Led HR and Shared Services strategy across multiple subsidiaries, including Al Hatab Bakery
- Built a centralized Shared Services function delivering group-wide support under clearly defined SLAs
- Spearheaded a full digital transformation via SAP SuccessFactors covering recruitment, onboarding, LMS, performance, succession, and offboarding
- Launched the AL HATAB Online Academy, a digital learning platform supporting capability development across the group
- Served as strategic advisor to the Group CEO and NRC/GRC boards on workforce governance, policy, and planning
- Oversaw HR operations for 3,000+ staff across 76 retail outlets and multiple industrial sectors
- (Al Hatab Bakery, Juhaina, Serbal Security, Construction, Investments)
Group CHRO & Head of Shared Services
Halwani Brothers
2020.09 - 2023.05
- Led the first enterprise-wide transformation of Shared Services, covering HR, Talent Acquisition, IT, Governance, and Performance across KSA, Egypt, and Africa
- Designed and implemented a comprehensive Human Capital Strategy, aligning with business performance and workforce optimization
- Directed full HR digital transformation with SAP SuccessFactors and cloud-based HRIS across all entities
- Identified and succession-mapped 70+ critical leadership roles across the region using nine-box frameworks and structured analytics
- Partnered with NRC, GRC, and Audit Committees to institutionalize governance, succession, and performance oversight
- Delivered a 9% productivity gain through org restructuring, shared service consolidation, and workforce alignment
- Represented the group in legal, government, and regulatory forums to ensure compliance and reputation management
Group Vice President – HR & Shared Services
Almuhaidib Group
2016.04 - 2020.09
- Company Overview: (incl. Mayar Foods)
- Promoted from Mayar Foods to Group-level leadership; established Shared Services across HR, IT, and Admin
- Implemented SAP SuccessFactors (Performance & Goals, Employee Central), creating scalable and compliant HR systems
- Developed job architecture, grading, KPI models, and employee engagement strategies
- Secured Great Place to Work certification; introduced workforce recognition and leadership development programs
- Designed compliant HR policy manuals, delegation of authority (DOA), and succession pipelines across entities
- (incl. Mayar Foods)
Director of Employee Affairs / Deputy HR Director
Saudi Binladin Group (SBG)
2012.05 - 2016.04
- Company Overview: Construction Products Holding Co.
- Oversaw HR operations for 60,000+ employees across 30 subsidiaries
- Supported major infrastructure projects including Two Holy Mosques Expansion and KAIA Airport
- Led workforce compliance, talent strategy, and workforce planning at industrial scale
- Construction Products Holding Co.
HR Consultant (Freelance)
2010.11 - 2012.04
- Delivered HR structuring, performance systems, and policy design to SMEs and local groups
Talent Guest Service Manager
Walt Disney World
2004.10 - 2010.10
- Managed HR functions and service teams across four resorts, overseeing onboarding, scheduling, payroll, and team performance
- Directed seasonal workforce programs and resort operations with high-volume employee flow
Area Manager
KFC
2001.01 - 2004.01
- Company Overview: Yum! Brands
- Led business operations, staffing, and performance across multiple branches
- Yum! Brands
Education
BBA - Business Administration
Greenlake University
Greenlake, Florida 2008.01 - 2010.01
Associate of Applied Science - Network Administration
Florida Technical College
Orlando FL 2005.04 - 2008.01
Associate of Arts - Military Since
Carson Long Military Academy
PA USA 1995.04 - 1998.01
Skills
- Sheared services transformation expertise
- Occupational safety governance
- SAP SuccessFactors expertise
- Digital transformation support
- Board and NRC consultation
- Governance, risk, and compliance expertise
- Workforce strategy development
- Succession planning
- Performance management
- Governance and compliance
- International team leadership
- Organizational structure development
- Productivity Optimization
Certification
CIPD Level 5 – HR Management & Learning and Development
Websites
Timeline
FCIPD
2025-07
Executive Vice President – Corporate Shared Services
Al Watania Poultry
2024.10 - Current
Group Chief People & Culture Officer
AlDaajan Holding Group
2023.07 - 2024.08
Group CHRO & Head of Shared Services
Halwani Brothers
2020.09 - 2023.05
Group Vice President – HR & Shared Services
Almuhaidib Group
2016.04 - 2020.09
Director of Employee Affairs / Deputy HR Director
Saudi Binladin Group (SBG)
2012.05 - 2016.04
HR Consultant (Freelance)
2010.11 - 2012.04
BBA - Business Administration
Greenlake University
2008.01 - 2010.01
Associate of Applied Science - Network Administration
Florida Technical College
2005.04 - 2008.01
Talent Guest Service Manager
Walt Disney World
2004.10 - 2010.10
Area Manager
KFC
2001.01 - 2004.01
Associate of Arts - Military Since
Carson Long Military Academy
1995.04 - 1998.01