OD & Total Rewards Team Lead - Automotive

Location

City: Al Khobar
Country: Saudi Arabia

Job Summary

The OD & Total Rewards Team Lead will head the Organizational Development (OD) and Total Rewards functions for the automotive division. Reporting to senior leadership, the role is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing talent development programs, compensation structures, and employee benefits that align with strategic objectives and regional market dynamics.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute an integrated OD strategy that promotes culture, leadership capability, and employee engagement across the organization.
Design, implement, and continuously refine total rewards programs, including base pay, variable compensation, benefits, and recognition initiatives.
Lead salary benchmarking, market analysis, and compensation modeling to ensure competitive and equitable pay practices.
Collaborate with HR Business Partners to align talent development initiatives with business goals and succession planning.
Oversee performance management processes, ensuring alignment with compensation and reward outcomes.
Manage the annual total rewards budgeting process, providing insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
Conduct regular audits of compensation and benefits programs to ensure compliance with local labor laws and company policies.
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior managers on OD and total rewards matters, providing data‑driven insights.
Lead, mentor, and develop a small team of OD and rewards specialists.
Drive employee engagement initiatives and monitor key metrics such as turnover, retention, and satisfaction.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or related field.
Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM‑CP/SHRM‑SP, CIPD, HRCI) preferred.
Strong knowledge of compensation design, benefits administration, and OD best practices.
Excellent analytical skills with proficiency in HRIS and compensation analytics tools.
Exceptional communication and influencing abilities, with fluency in English (Arabic is a plus).
Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to coach and develop teams.

Desired Experience

Minimum 8–10 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3–5 years in a total rewards or OD leadership role.
Experience working in the automotive or manufacturing sector, preferably within the Middle East region.
Proven track record of designing and implementing compensation structures and talent development programs.
Hands‑on experience with salary benchmarking, market surveys, and benefits plan administration.
Experience managing cross‑functional projects and influencing senior stakeholders.