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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.

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Executive Vice President – Corporate Shared Services

Al Watania Poultry

10.2024 - 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

07.2023 - 08.2024

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

09.2020 - 05.2023

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

04.2016 - 09.2020

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)

05.2012 - 04.2016

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)

11.2010 - 04.2012

Delivered HR structuring, performance systems, and policy design to SMEs and local groups

Talent Guest Service Manager

Walt Disney World

10.2004 - 10.2010

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

01.2001 - 01.2004

Company Overview: Yum! Brands
Led business operations, staffing, and performance across multiple branches
Yum! Brands