People and Culture Manager (Saudi National)

At SLS, we don’t just run hotels, we orchestrate experiences. As People & Culture Manager at SLS The Red Sea, you are not simply managing HR operations, you are shaping the heartbeat of the hotel. You are a culture driver, talent champion, and experience curator who understands that extraordinary guest journeys begin with empowered, inspired teams.

This role calls for a dynamic and emotionally intelligent professional who brings both structure and soul to People & Culture. You will bring the SLS spirit to life by attracting bold personalities, nurturing talent, and creating an environment where individuality thrives and performance excels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the development and execution of the People & Culture strategy in alignment with SLS brand values and business goals
• Partner with leadership teams to drive a culture of engagement, creativity, and high performance across the property
• Lead end-to-end recruitment efforts, attracting diverse talent with personality, potential, and passion
• Manage workforce planning, headcount tracking, and support succession planning initiatives
• Drive performance management processes, ensuring they are impactful, fair, and aligned with business objectives
• Coordinate learning and development initiatives that inspire growth, leadership, and self-expression
• Champion employee engagement activities and create meaningful moments across the employee lifecycle
• Support recognition programs that celebrate individuality, contribution, and excellence in true SLS style
• Ensure compliance with Saudi labor laws, Saudization requirements, and company policies
• Manage and oversee all government HR platforms (including but not limited to GOSI, Qiwa, Muqeem, and Mudad), ensuring timely and accurate processing of employee records, visas, contracts, and regulatory requirements
• Act as a trusted advisor on employee relations matters, supporting fair and consistent resolutions
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records, leveraging data to inform decision-making
• Collaborate with all departments to ensure People & Culture initiatives enhance operational performance
• Support and guide the People & Culture team in delivering a seamless and elevated employee experience

• 5+ years in Human Resources within luxury hotels or lifestyle hospitality.
• Strong experience in pre-opening and ramp-up environments is highly advantageous.
• Familiarity with Saudi Arabia labor law is a strong advantage.
• You’re a people-first leader with emotional intelligence, a flair for hospitality, and a deep commitment to creating meaningful team experiences.
• Fluent in English