Assistant People and Culture Manager - Four Seasons Resort and Residences Red Sea at Shura Island, Saudi Arabia

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.         

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

Join the team at Four Seasons Red Sea Shura Island, where our purpose is to create extraordinary guest experiences through genuine care, warm hospitality, and exceptional service. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the most talented professionals in the industry to deliver the legendary Four Seasons service.

About the Role:

As part of the People & Culture team, the Assistant Manager will be responsible for overseeing the effective implementation of compensation-related programs, including payroll systems (Bayan), and ensuring the hotel’s compensation structure is fair, competitive, and equitable. The People & Culture Manager will also work closely with department heads to support employee satisfaction, retention, and the development of a high-performance culture.

What You Will Do

• Oversee the administration of compensation and benefits programs, with a primary focus on using the Bayan payroll system.
• Ensure all compensation practices comply with Saudi labor laws and Four Seasons' internal policies and procedures.
• Analyze compensation data and market trends to recommend competitive salary structures and benefits packages.
• Monitor and manage employee benefits, including housing, transportation, schooling, medical insurance, and other allowances.
• Collaborate with department heads to ensure consistency in the application of compensation policies across the hotel.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives to promote a positive work culture and high retention rates.
• Develop and implement strategies for attracting and retaining top talent within the hotel industry.
• Provide guidance on compensation-related inquiries and resolve any issues with discretion and professionalism.
• Maintain confidential records and sensitive employee information with the utmost discretion.

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in compensation management, with direct experience using the Bayan payroll system.
• Strong knowledge of compensation practices, market trends, and regulations, particularly in the hospitality industry.
• In-depth understanding of Saudi labor laws and experience ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems, especially the Bayan payroll system.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a focus on maintaining confidentiality.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Familiarity with the hotel industry and its unique human resources challenges.
• Local's only as per the Saudi labor law.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary in a tax-free environment.

• 30 days of vacation plus public holidays.

• Complimentary meals and uniform cleaning.

• Medical and life insurance.

• Employee Assistance Program and worldwide complimentary room nights.

• Opportunities for growth and development.

Schedule & Hours

This is a full-time role.

Supporting the Saudi nationalization scheme, we are looking forward to connecting with Saudi nationals who have a passion for people, talent management and learning! Suitable candidates must be able to work in Saudi Arabia!