Talent Acquisition Associate and acting employee relations associate
Riyadh
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2017
2017
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Talent Acquisition & Employee Relations Associate
Americana Restaurants Company
07.2023 - Current
Managed multiple recruitment projects simultaneously, ensuring a strategic, efficient hiring process across various departments and roles. Built strong talent pipelines by proactively sourcing candidates through social media, job boards, career fairs, and networking events, ensuring a steady flow of qualified candidates.
Launched and drove initiatives to hire people with disabilities,
Prioritized candidate experience by streamlining the recruitment process, ensuring timely communication, and providing support at each stage of the hiring journey, contributing to a positive employer brand.
Led the localization efforts (Saudization project), ensuring compliance with local labor laws and regulations while successfully meeting recruitment targets for Saudi nationals.
Acted as an Employee Relations Associate, driving employee engagement activities and initiatives to foster a positive workplace culture, enhance team morale, and improve retention rates, while also providing support in the onboarding process to ensure a smooth integration of new hires into the organization.
Administered critical HR functions, including GOSI, health insurance, and payroll processing,.
Coordinated and managed training programs, partnering with universities to build relationships and create internship/trainee opportunities that supported organizational growth and talent development.
Oversaw HRDF support programs.
Utilized Oracle HR systems to manage recruitment and employee data efficiently.
Established and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders across departments to ensure smooth collaboration, timely project execution, and effective communication on recruitment and employee matters.
Conducted orientation sessions and coordinated on-the-job training for new hires, enhancing their integration into the company’s culture and boosting long-term retention.
Prepared detailed project presentations and reports for senior management, offering data-driven insights into recruitment trends, employee engagement, and training outcomes.
Training Associate
Alarkan Training Centre
01.2023 - 07.2023
Designed and facilitated training sessions on food safety and other key topics, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Evaluated training effectiveness, refining programs to enhance learning outcomes and employee performance.
Contributed to employee professional growth across various sectors through targeted training initiatives.
Collaborated with the Ministry of Municipal, Rural Affairs, and Housing to ensure compliance with industry standards.
Refined training programs based on feedback and performance, improving efficiency and engagement.
Business Development Specialist
Adwa'a Aljohara EST for Retails
01.2018 - 02.2022
Managed B2B sales operations, overseeing client relationships from initial contact to post-sale support, ensuring high client satisfaction and retention.
Led and mentored a small team, driving achievement of departmental goals.
Analyzed market trends and competitor products, identifying opportunities for growth and new business.
Negotiated pricing, terms, and service agreements to secure mutually beneficial contracts.
Increased sales revenue by identifying new business opportunities and optimizing sales strategies.
Education
Bachelor's Degree -
king Saud University
Skills
Knowledgeable in labor laws
Accomplishments
Led the recruitment initiative for the opening of Pizza Hut's first store fully operated by employees with disabilities
Secured over 2 million in funding for the company through HRDF support by establishing a strategic partnership with HTMI
Certification
IELTS
Volunteering And Training Experience
University Student Clubs Volunteer, King Saud University, 01/01/12, 12/31/17, 200, Organizing events and supporting club initiatives
Trainer, King Saud University, EndNote Workshop, 2016
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