GM - Manpower Recruitment & Affairs

On behalf of our client, we are looking for a GM - Manpower Recruitment and Affairs to join their team in Riyadh.

The position holder will lead and manage large-scale overseas manpower recruitment operations, ensure efficient HR processes for blue-collar workforce management, and oversee manpower training initiatives.

• Lead end-to-end overseas mass recruitment campaigns for blue-collar and skilled workforce.
• Manage sourcing channels across India, Egypt, the Philippines, and other sourcing markets.
• Oversee candidate screening, assessment, onboarding, and mobilization.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with recruitment agencies, government bodies, and international partners.

• Oversee HR operations for large-scale blue-collar manpower including onboarding, deployment, contracts, grievances, and welfare.
• Ensure alignment with company policies, labor regulations, and international deployment standards.

• Ensure full compliance with labor laws in India, Egypt, and the Philippines.
• Monitor updates in labor regulations and ensure that recruitment and HR practices adhere to legal requirements.

• Develop and manage pre-deployment and on-the-job training programs.
• Implement training initiatives to enhance worker skill levels and readiness.
• Collaborate with training centers and external providers to ensure quality standards.

• Lead a multi-country recruitment and HR team, ensuring high performance and operational excellence.
• Develop and execute long-term manpower planning strategies.
• Implement technology-driven solutions for tracking, recruitment automation, and process optimization.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• 10–15 years of total experience in recruitment or HR operations.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in managerial or leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of blue-collar workforce management and large-scale manpower operations.
• Background in Recruitment, Facilities Management, F&B, or Construction sectors is preferred.
• Tech‑savvy, with experience using HRIS, ATS, digital recruitment tools, and workforce management software.
• Knowledge of labor laws in India, Egypt, and the Philippines is mandatory.
• Experience in managing or implementing training initiatives is an added advantage.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and decision‑making abilities with a strategic mindset.