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Sara Alhadrami

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

Summary

Strategic and results-driven HR professional with a deep understanding of HR operations and workforce management. Proven ability to overcome challenges, optimize processes, and implement solutions that drive organisational growth and enhance employee performance.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Human Resources Manager

Fekra Events
Khobar, Eastern Province
09.2024 - 10.2024
  • Led the HR Department, overseeing all fundamental HR functions and ensuring compliance with company policies and labor regulations
  • Developed and implemented HR Policies to establish structured processes and improve operational efficiency
  • Managed employee relations, addressing concerns and fostering a positive work environment

Human Resources Manager

M.R.K Al Khathlan Holding (Afaaq Support Services)
Dhahran, Eastern Province
10.2023 - 09.2025
  • Led HR operations including recruitment, onboarding, payroll processing, and policy implementation
  • Established efficient payroll system to timely salary disbursement.
  • Collaborated with department managers in workforce planning strategies formulation.

Human Resources Specialist

M.R.K Al Khathlan Holding (Afaaq Support Services)
Khobar, Eastern Province
08.2021 - 10.2023
  • Successfully hired and built the company’s core functions within the startup phase (HR, Operations, Admin, Finance..)
  • Developed all job descriptions and managed all E2E HR Processes
  • Handled government portals (GOSI, Qiwa, Muqeem, HRSD..) and ensured full regulatory compliance

Project Engineer - Contract Advisor

SRACO
Dhahran, Eastern Province
12.2019 - 07.2021
  • Initiated and managed Long, Medium, and Short-form Contracts/Agreements
  • Coordinated with Contracting and Legal Departments, participating in agreement processes, amendments, and claims

RIYAD BANK - LONDON BRANCH

Project Management Intern
London, United Kingdom
11.2018 - 02.2019
  • Initiated and implemented a CRM tracking system to enhance performance monitoring and reporting
  • Communicated project objectives across teams and supported vendor evaluations to ensure alignment and efficiency

ENI TRADING & SHIPPING

Management Intern
London, United Kingdom
08.2018 - 10.2018
  • Generated a training program on how to train a Junior trader
  • Assisted senior management in key decision-making processes to facilitate learning and development.

NUFFIELD HEALTH CLUB

Group Exercise Instructor
London, United Kingdom
11.2017 - 04.2018
  • Maintained efficiencies during peak hours by providing reception cover and administrative support.
  • Maximised client satisfaction by conducting fitness assessments and designing classes to match skill and learning levels.

Fitness Coach & Personal Training

Virgin Active
London, United Kingdom
03.2015 - 06.2017
  • Led group fitness classes (E.g Boxing, Bootcamps, Zuu) and Supported clients on the gym floor
  • Developed personalized training programs and tracked client progress
  • Delivered nutritional guidance and lifestyle coaching
  • Ensured the gym atmosphere & equipments was safe and operational

Education

Masters of Science - MsC MANAGEMENT

Middlesex University
United Kingdom
2018

Bachelor of Arts - BA INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS

University of Westminster
United Kingdom
2016

Foundation degree - Business, Law, & Social Science

Kaplan International College
London
/2011 - /2012

Skills

  • Strategic Planning & Execution
  • Organisational Development & Change Management
  • Team building and Leadership
  • Project & Stakeholder Management
  • Workforce Planning & Talent Development
  • Conflict Resolution & Negotiation
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Business Analysis and Continuity

Certification

  • HR Apprenticeship (HRAP) - CPD (2025)
  • Level 2 Fitness Instructing (QCF) - Active IQ Certified (2015)
  • Level 3 Personal Training - Active IQ Certified (2016)


Timeline

Human Resources Manager

Fekra Events
09.2024 - 10.2024

Human Resources Manager

M.R.K Al Khathlan Holding (Afaaq Support Services)
10.2023 - 09.2025

Human Resources Specialist

M.R.K Al Khathlan Holding (Afaaq Support Services)
08.2021 - 10.2023

Project Engineer - Contract Advisor

SRACO
12.2019 - 07.2021

RIYAD BANK - LONDON BRANCH

Project Management Intern
11.2018 - 02.2019

ENI TRADING & SHIPPING

Management Intern
08.2018 - 10.2018

NUFFIELD HEALTH CLUB

Group Exercise Instructor
11.2017 - 04.2018

Fitness Coach & Personal Training

Virgin Active
03.2015 - 06.2017

Masters of Science - MsC MANAGEMENT

Middlesex University

Bachelor of Arts - BA INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS

University of Westminster

Foundation degree - Business, Law, & Social Science

Kaplan International College
/2011 - /2012
Sara Alhadrami