Mohammed Zafer Al-Qarni

. Lead the Human Capital function across multi-site operations supporting large-scale engineering and infrastructure projects.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and executing HR strategy aligned with organizational goals
• Overseeing workforce planning and talent acquisition programs
• Advising executive leadership on organizational structure and people strategy
• Ensuring full compliance with Saudi labor law and HR regulatory frameworks
• Leading HR transformation initiatives and process optimization
• Managing HR operations for a workforce of more than 500 employees
• Leading a 12-person HR team responsible for recruitment, employee relations, payroll, and compliance

• Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
• Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.

· Directed HR strategy across multiple business units.

· Led workforce planning and organizational restructuring initiatives.

· Implemented performance management frameworks across departments.

· Developed HR governance policies and compliance procedures.

Strengthened employee engagement and retention programs.

. Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.

. Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.

. Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.

. Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.

. Recruited and hired 1500+ employees across all levels. Implemented 9 Box Grid for talent identification and succession planning.

. Improved retention by 22% and reduced turnover by 40% through strategic hiring and performance management.

. Led onboarding and training initiatives with 1,000+ hours of development programs.

. Enhanced employee satisfaction by 45% through a revised benefits plan.

. Advised leadership on talent strategy, employee relations, and policy compliance.

. Supported organizational structuring and created clear hierarchy channels.

. Coached HR team on performance, retention, and employee development.

. Oversaw pre-employment assessments and internal audits to close process gaps.

. Developed and aligned job descriptions with KPIs, performance appraisals, and salary scales. .

Established a structured salary scale and streamlined workflow and approval processes.

. Introduced rigorous recruitment procedures, targeting top universities and assessing skills through standardized exams.

. Implemented KPIs across departments tied to quarterly appraisals to boost efficiency.

. Set Service Level Commitments (SLCs) for HR tasks to ensure timely execution.

. Launched an internal communication system to drive engagement, including "Employee of the Month" and team-building activities.

. Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.

.Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business goals and objectives.

• Streamlined HR processes for efficiency, saving time and resources across the organization.
• Coordinated annual performance review process to facilitate constructive feedback exchange between managers and employees, driving professional growth opportunities for staff members.
• Conducted thorough job analyses to develop accurate position descriptions and classifications, improving role clarity within the organization.
• Facilitated successful onboarding of new employees with comprehensive orientation programs and training materials.
• Established effective succession planning processes to ensure smooth leadership transitions and continued growth of future leaders.

• Conducted routine HR audits to ensure data accuracy in personnel files, payroll records, and benefit enrollments.
• Monitored employee attendance and performance, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Collaborated with department managers to identify staffing needs and create strategic recruiting plans.
• Facilitated smooth onboarding processes for new hires, leading to faster integration into the workplace culture.
• Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
• Collaborated with department heads to identify staffing needs and strategize recruitment efforts.