Overview
Job ID: 14875
Sector:
People
Location: NEOM, Saudi Arabia
COMPANY OVERVIEW
NEOM is an accelerator of human progress and a vision of what a new future might look like. A region in northwest Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea, NEOM is being built from the ground up to include hyperconnected, cognitive cities, ports, next-generation infrastructure and industries, enterprise zones, research centers, sports and entertainment venues and tourist destinations.
As a destination, it will be a home for people who dream big and want to be part of building a new model for exceptional livability, creating thriving businesses and reinventing environmental conservation.
As a workplace, it is a place for people who share our core values of care, curiosity, diversity, passion, respect, and becoming a catalyst for change.
Are you ready to help NEOM find solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges? Are you prepared to create a lasting legacy that benefits generations to come? Then we want to hear from you!
ROLE OVERVIEW
The purpose of this role is to develop, implement and maintain evidence-based frameworks, tools and techniques to sustain workforce capability in NEOM. The position plays a very influential role in identifying, developing and implementing strategic workforce management initiatives
The role is required to analyze and develop models and solutions that improves organizational productivity, forecasting of staffing needs, and the alignment of workforce capabilities with business goals and project schedules. The position will also lead to the implementation of contemporary, agile and sustainable workforce planning approaches that empower business units to manage workforce needs
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the implementation of initiatives that optimize NEOMs human capital investment including initiatives to maximize productivity and value
- Build workforce demand and supply models to drive strategic decision making and planning
- Build and maintain a suite of strategic workforce planning and organizational productivity metrics to improve
organizational decision making.
- Implement improvements to workforce management processes and tools.
- Negotiate with stakeholders on complex and/or sensitive workforce and HR issues to progress shared outcomes within operational constraints and ideals
- Solve a range of complex workforce planning related issues and problems using professional experience and judgement where precedents may or may not exist
Provide advice on workforce planning approaches, options and solutions to enable clients to build, develop and sustain their workforce.
- Create, use and improve data-driven insights to optimize workforce planning, improve operational efficiency,
effectiveness and strategic decision-making.
- Be an effective leader and change agent to inspire key insights and actions to support NEOMs key business
strategies
- Ensure data integrity across workforce systems and databases.
- Advise on staffing models, cost analysis, and strategic workforce management.
- Drive process improvements and toolset development.
- Analyze market and industry trends to inform strategy.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners for implementation.
- Conduct research on industry benchmarks and best practices.
Culture and Values
- Embrace NEOM’s culture and Values https://www.neom.com/en-us/about
- Act with honesty and integrity by following best practices, and upholding the robust standards and expectations set out in NEOM’s Code of Conduct.
- Maintain fair, ethical and professional work practices in accordance with NEOM’s Values and Code of Conduct.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- 10+ years plus experience in Workforce Strategy and/or Planning including advanced analytics
- Extensive experience of workforce planning methodologies, approaches and systems
- Expertise in workforce planning in workforce planning disciplines including development of strategies, operational workforce plans, workforce analytics
- Experience in tailoring workforce planning solutions to meet varied needs
- Experience in developing workforce planning solutions in multiple industries (preferred)
- Experience in leading a workforce planning function/team with regular deadlines and KPI reporting.
- Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written), negotiate and liaise at all levels within the organization.
- Experience with and proficient in related tools including Excel (advanced), SQL, Tableau, Power BI, Python or R (for statistical analysis).
- Experience with and proficient in related Workforce management software (e.g., Kronos, Workday, SAP SuccessFactors), HRIS platforms.
- Methods: Predictive analytics, statistical modeling, scenario planning.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, Data Science, Statistics, or related field.
- Master’s degree in relevant field will be seen as advantageous
- Certifications (preferred): SHRM-SCP, PMP, Six Sigma, or data analytics certifications.
NEOM is committed to attracting and retaining the highest caliber of employees to support NEOM’s vision, mission and strategy. NEOM sources the best candidates based on fit for the role and searches local and global markets to identify talent.
NEOM is an equal opportunities employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, disability, age, or any other form of discrimination/other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances.
As part of our recruitment process, NEOM will undertake reference checks to confirm suitability for the role. All offers of employment are subject to references, evidence of all qualifications and awards, and other background checks being satisfactorily completed. Additionally, all offers are subject to the candidate being able to successfully obtain a work visa to enter and work in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. The employee may be required to perform additional job-related tasks and duties as assigned. To meet NEOM’s objectives and business needs, the work location is subject to change. Non office-based roles involve outdoor activities. Candidates should be prepared to work outdoors and on construction sites as part of their job responsibilities.
NEOM uses artificial intelligence as part of its recruitment process to assist and enhance efficiency. However, all final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters, ensuring that NEOM’s employment process remains fair and transparent.
The actions of our team should always support the NEOM Values
About Neom
NEOM is the land of the future where the greatest minds and best talents are empowered to embody pioneering ideas and exceed boundaries in a world inspired by imagination.
NEOM is powered by our vision to build a profitable, sustainable and innovation-driven economy, powered by our 14 key sectors. Future-oriented and legacy-free, we're offering our partners and talent the optimum environment to foster unrestricted thinking and fresh solutions to today's most pressing challenges. NEOM is open for business.
