MOHANNAD KATOUAH

Strategic HR Manager leading compensation and benefits initiatives to attract, motivate, and retain top talent while ensuring compliance and optimizing HR functions.

• Spearheaded the development and implementation of competitive compensation and benefits strategies, significantly enhancing talent attraction and retention.
• Directed the administration of comprehensive benefits programs, including health insurance and retirement plans, ensuring optimal employee perks and compliance.
• Managed the annual salary review process and provided strategic counsel to senior management, influencing key compensation decisions.
• Coordinated with HR and financial departments and conducted regular audits to ensure accurate administration and compliance of all compensation and benefits programs.
• Collaborated with third-party providers and brokers to optimize benefit offerings, resulting in enhanced value for employees and improved cost-efficiency.

HR Business Partner Manager overseeing HR services, driving policy implementation, and acting as a key consultant for organizational development and compliance.

• Managed and oversaw a comprehensive HR Services team, optimizing performance and ensuring efficient delivery of HR solutions.
• Acted as a primary consultant to managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and labor law regulations, fostering a compliant and effective work environment.
• Led the implementation of an ERP system to automate HR processes, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and service delivery.
• Managed and oversaw the complete payroll cycle, ensuring accurate and timely processing of salaries and other payments for the organization.
• Developed and executed best-practice initiatives for HR policies and programs, contributing to organizational effectiveness and compliance with government guidelines.

Human Resources Manager responsible for talent acquisition, HR operations, and strategic partnership to drive organizational human resource and talent strategy.

• Managed end-to-end talent acquisition for managerial, exempt, and professional roles, collaborating with departmental managers to identify and secure qualified talent.
• Partnered with the leadership team to develop and execute human resource and talent strategies, addressing current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning.
• Oversaw daily departmental workflow, including performance evaluations and employee discipline, ensuring adherence to company policies.
• Analyzed compensation and benefits trends, proposing competitive pay programs to attract and retain top talent.
• Ensured compliance with Saudi Labor Law and GOSI regulations, providing critical advice on policy changes and managing all government website interactions (GOSI, Muqeem, MOL).

HR Operations Manager supervising all HR functions, including personnel, payroll, government relations, and medical insurance, to optimize organizational HR processes.

• Supervised all HR operations, including personnel, payroll, government relations, and medical insurance, ensuring seamless and compliant HR service delivery.
• Developed and implemented career paths for all positions, contributing to improved work culture and employee development.
• Managed the Saudization and recruitment processes, maintaining compliance and contributing to talent acquisition goals.
• Oversaw performance appraisals and evaluations for all group employees, enhancing performance management frameworks.
• Supervised all HR sections (payroll, personnel, government relations, medical insurance, and development), ensuring efficiency and adherence to KPIs.

Government Relations Manager overseeing all interactions with governmental bodies, ensuring compliance with Saudi regulations and efficient processing of employee-related documentation.

• Supervised the utilization of key government systems (Muqeem, MOL, GOSI) to manage employee data, registrations, and compliance.
• Managed all aspects of Iqama issuance, renewal, sponsorship transfers, and Exit Reentry visa requests for non-Saudi employees.
• Ensured compliance with the Wage Protection System for the entire group, maintaining adherence to labor regulations.
• Managed day-to-day government-related requests, license renewals, and certifications (MOH, Municipal Affairs, Civil Defense), ensuring operational continuity.
• Built and maintained professional relationships with governmental institutions and agencies, facilitating smooth regulatory processes and reporting on Nitaqat program initiatives.

HR Specialist providing comprehensive support in medical insurance, recruitment, and general HR administration, ensuring efficient employee services.

• Managed medical insurance processes, including adding, removing, and renewing policies, and handling claims and invoices for employees.
• Assisted in end-to-end recruitment and interview processes, coordinating with hiring managers and internal teams to streamline candidate selection.
• Provided timely responses to all employee inquiries and questions, enhancing employee satisfaction and support.
• Supported payroll and time attendance functions as a MenaHR officer, ensuring accurate data entry and processing.
• Issued essential introduction letters for employees to banks, government entities, and companies, facilitating various administrative needs.

Human Resource Coordinator responsible for interview logistics, candidate coordination, and maintaining comprehensive employee records.

• Coordinated all interview logistics, including timetabling and travel arrangements, for candidates and internal staff, ensuring efficient selection processes.
• Prepared and maintained comprehensive new-employee files, including hard and digital copies, ensuring data accuracy and compliance.
• Served as HRDF Coordinator, facilitating program requirements and contributing to national human resource development initiatives.