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Sameer O. Bamusa

Summary

With over 16 years of dedicated experience in the luxury hospitality sector, I have honed my expertise in human resources management, specializing in creating exceptional employee experiences that align with brand values and operational excellence. My career has been marked by a commitment to fostering a culture of empowerment, creativity, and service excellence. I have successfully led pre-opening initiatives for renowned hotel brands, implementing innovative HR strategies that attract top talent and drive employee engagement. My passion for nurturing high-performing teams has consistently resulted in enhanced operational outcomes and elevated guest satisfaction.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Director of Talent Management

Boutique Group, PIF Project
01.2023 - 09.2025
  • Conduct skills gap analysis
  • Monitor turnover rates and employee retention programs
  • Develop policies for internal promotions
  • Onboard new hires
  • Pre Opening

Director of Talent Management

Boutique Group, PIF Project
01.2023 - 09.2025
  • Conduct skills gap analysis
  • Monitor turnover rates and employee retention programs
  • Develop policies for internal promotions
  • Onboard new hires

Director of Human Resources

The St. Regis, Riyadh
Riyadh
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Developed HR policies and ensured compliance with regulations
  • Managed staff wellness and performance reviews
  • Pre Opening

Director of Human Resources

The St. Regis, Riyadh
Riyadh
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Developed HR policies and ensured compliance with regulations
  • Managed staff wellness and performance reviews

Human Capital Consultant

Via Riyadh Project
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Initiated HR programs and projects
  • Conducted research to identify issues and provide solutions
  • Providing advice and recommendations to HR personnel for resolution of daily issues
  • Supporting strategic objectives
  • Pre Opening

Human Capital Consultant

Via Riyadh Project
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Initiated HR programs and projects
  • Conducted research to identify issues and provide solutions
  • Providing advice and recommendations to HR personnel for resolution of daily issues
  • Supporting strategic objectives

Assistant Director of Human Resources – Division Head

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Jeddah
Jeddah
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • Implemented HR policies and handled employee benefits
  • Identified staffing needs and directed training programs

Assistant Director of Human Resources – Division Head

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Jeddah
Jeddah
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • Implemented HR policies and handled employee benefits
  • Identified staffing needs and directed training programs

Human Resources Manager

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Jeddah
Jeddah
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Recruited and trained staff, resolved conflicts, and managed performance reviews
  • Handling workplace investigations, discipline and termination procedures
  • Maintaining and reporting on workplace health and safety compliance

Human Resources Manager

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Jeddah
Jeddah
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Recruited and trained staff, resolved conflicts, and managed performance reviews
  • Handling workplace investigations, discipline and termination procedures
  • Maintaining and reporting on workplace health and safety compliance

Assistant Human Resources Manager

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Jeddah
Jeddah
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Supported internal and external HR inquiries, processed payroll, and managed terminations
  • Oversee the compensation and benefit documentation
  • Perform orientations and update records of new staff

Assistant Human Resources Manager

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Jeddah
Jeddah
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Supported internal and external HR inquiries, processed payroll, and managed terminations
  • Oversee the compensation and benefit documentation
  • Perform orientations and update records of new staff

Human Resources Supervisor

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Jeddah
Jeddah
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Conducted interviews, arranged training, and addressed employee performance issues
  • Counseling staff on HR policies, practices, and procedures
  • Pre Opening

Human Resources Supervisor

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Jeddah
Jeddah
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Conducted interviews, arranged training, and addressed employee performance issues
  • Counseling staff on HR policies, practices, and procedures

Human Resources Officer

Raffles International Hotel, Makkah
Makkah
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Monitored employee performance and developed systematic staff development procedures
  • Implementing systematic staff development procedures

Human Resources Officer

Raffles International Hotel, Makkah
Makkah
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Monitored employee performance and developed systematic staff development procedures
  • Implementing systematic staff development procedures

Group Recruitment Specialist

Fairmont - Raffles International Hotels, Makkah
Makkah
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Established qualification requirements and conducted candidate interviews
  • Mediating between candidates and hiring managers

Group Recruitment Specialist

Fairmont - Raffles International Hotels, Makkah
Makkah
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Established qualification requirements and conducted candidate interviews
  • Mediating between candidates and hiring managers

STC Customer Representative

SEAL - For Distribution and Communication CO. LTD
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Managed customer service teams and resolved customer complaints
  • Providing feedback on efficiency of the customer service process.

STC Customer Representative

SEAL - For Distribution and Communication CO. LTD
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Managed customer service teams and resolved customer complaints
  • Providing feedback on efficiency of the customer service process.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration -

American University of London
01.2006 - 01.2010

Skills

  • Siebel - CRM Applications
  • MHub - Global Source and Trainings
  • HITS - HR and Payroll System
  • OASYS - Marriott Payroll System
  • Oracle - Business Needs Program

Hobbies and Interests

Active community involvement, Driven to succeed in any environment

Community Service

2015, 2024, Participated in Communities Footprint initiatives, Led Saudization campaigns and career fairs, Seasonal hospitality job participation, Honored for participation in flood crisis response in Jeddah

Languages

English
Advanced
Arabic
Native

Training

  • 2024: Transforming Customer Experience - ESCP
  • 2024: Performance Mastery - NOVA Schools of Business
  • 2023: Design Thinking - MIT Professional Education
  • 2023: Leadership: People, Teams & Organization - Columbia Business School
  • 2015 – 2022: Marriott Global Source Associates Trainings
  • 2014: Supervisory Skills Course - Commission for Tourism and Antiquities
  • 2012: Business English - San Diego University, California, USA
  • 2011: Advanced Pre-MBA Program - SDSU, California, USA
  • 2011: English for Academic Purpose - SDSU, California, USA
  • 2008: CDMA for Electric Engineering - Riyam Academy, Jordan
  • 2004: Electric Engineering Training Course - General Presidency for Youth Welfare, Jeddah
  • 1995 - 1999: English Language Courses
  • Scan-brit School of English, UK
  • Stetson University, Florida, USA
  • Saudi National Education

Timeline

Director of Talent Management

Boutique Group, PIF Project
01.2023 - 09.2025

Director of Talent Management

Boutique Group, PIF Project
01.2023 - 09.2025

Director of Human Resources

The St. Regis, Riyadh
01.2022 - 01.2023

Director of Human Resources

The St. Regis, Riyadh
01.2022 - 01.2023

Human Capital Consultant

Via Riyadh Project
01.2022 - 01.2023

Human Capital Consultant

Via Riyadh Project
01.2022 - 01.2023

Assistant Director of Human Resources – Division Head

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Jeddah
01.2019 - 01.2022

Assistant Director of Human Resources – Division Head

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Jeddah
01.2019 - 01.2022

Human Resources Manager

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Jeddah
01.2018 - 01.2019

Human Resources Manager

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Jeddah
01.2018 - 01.2019

Assistant Human Resources Manager

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Jeddah
01.2017 - 01.2018

Assistant Human Resources Manager

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Jeddah
01.2017 - 01.2018

Human Resources Supervisor

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Jeddah
01.2015 - 01.2017

Human Resources Supervisor

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Jeddah
01.2015 - 01.2017

Human Resources Officer

Raffles International Hotel, Makkah
01.2014 - 01.2015

Human Resources Officer

Raffles International Hotel, Makkah
01.2014 - 01.2015

Group Recruitment Specialist

Fairmont - Raffles International Hotels, Makkah
01.2012 - 01.2014

Group Recruitment Specialist

Fairmont - Raffles International Hotels, Makkah
01.2012 - 01.2014

STC Customer Representative

SEAL - For Distribution and Communication CO. LTD
01.2009 - 01.2011

STC Customer Representative

SEAL - For Distribution and Communication CO. LTD
01.2009 - 01.2011

Bachelor of Business Administration -

American University of London
01.2006 - 01.2010
Sameer O. Bamusa