Roua Ghaddar

Advised 10+ clients, including London Business School (LBS) and Ten Lifestyle Group, on HR
strategy, workforce planning, and regulatory compliance within the Saudi market
Acted as a fractional HR partner, supporting senior stakeholders on people strategy, organizational
design, and Saudization (Nitaqat)
Led the development and implementation of 40+ HR frameworks, including employment contracts,
policies, employee handbooks, and governance structures
Delivered market entry HR solutions for international companies such as Certn and Moment
Factory, enabling full operational setup within 3 weeks, including org structuring and compliance
across Qiwa and GOSI.
Developed and reviewed 50+ commercial proposals and service agreements, including HR
Advisory, Talent, and EOR solutions
Led end-to-end recruitment delivery across 40+ roles, including executive search, mass hiring
projects, and senior technical positions across multiple industries
Managed the full client lifecycle, achieving a 70% conversion rate from consultation to signed
agreements and execution
Led and mentored a team of 3 members, overseeing delivery quality and performance.
Designed and executed mass hiring strategies across 4 large-scale projects, across construction,
giga events, cybersecurity, and telecom sectors.

Led market research, competitive analysis, and strategic audits to support client market entry,
trend forecasting, and growth strategy development.
Designed and facilitated innovation workshops, ideation sessions, and stakeholder engagements,
enabling cross-functional teams to solve complex business challenges.
Conducted stakeholder interviews, focus groups, and cultural assessments to identify
organizational pain points and uncover innovation opportunities.
Developed go-to-market strategies, innovation roadmaps, and strategic frameworks tailored to
client objectives, industry dynamics, and scalability potential.
Synthesized qualitative and quantitative data into actionable insights, driving evidence-based
decision-making and strategic recommendations.
Delivered high-impact proposals, reports, and executive presentations, supporting both client
delivery and business development.
Partnered with clients including Saiid Kobeisi, Abhyas, Al-hilal Group to co-create brand strategy,
experience design, and innovation-led initiatives.
Managed end-to-end project delivery, ensuring alignment with stakeholder expectations, timelines,
and overall strategic objectives.

Led end-to-end recruitment projects across for international clients expanding into UAE and KSA,
managing the full hiring lifecycle from role scoping to onboarding, with placements completed
within 24-72 hours for urgent roles.
Acted as a strategic talent partner, advising on hiring strategies, workforce planning, and salary
benchmarking, supporting 60+ successful hires across multiple industries in 2025.
Designed and executed tailored recruitment strategies, including job descriptions, sourcing plans,
and hiring roadmaps, improving time-to-hire by 30-40%.
Built and maintained scalable talent pipelines, supporting mass hiring projects and recurring roles,
with 400+ candidates mobilized across key sectors.
Delivered fully compliant onboarding processes, managing candidate documentation and audits
aligned with GOSI, Qiwa, and Absher, ensuring 100% compliance and seamless onboarding
experience
Tracked and analyzed key recruitment metrics (time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, client satisfaction) and
leveraged ATS systems to optimize delivery efficiency and continuously improve hiring
performance.

Revamped the end-to-end recruitment process, introducing automation and improving candidate
experience, resulting in a 60% increase in hiring efficiency.
Led full-cycle recruitment, conducting in-depth interviews for internal and external hires, ensuring
alignment on skills, performance, and cultural fit.
Redesigned HR roles and structures, aligning with organizational strategy and improving
operational effectiveness.
Tracked and analyzed HR metrics (headcount, turnover, engagement) to support decision-making
Managed employee onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring smooth transitions and
compliance
Led strategic partnerships with organizations including Taaleem, Aldar, BDD, and LIFE, delivering
tailored training programs and workshops for corporate and education clients.
Managed end-to-end program and project delivery, including sourcing trainers, designing content,
and ensuring alignment with client needs.
Oversaw payroll coordination and HR-related invoicing, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and smooth
financial operations.
Assisted in managing employee benefits and allowances.
Strengthened employee relations and engagement, implementing structured 1:1 s and development
plans.

Maintained and updated financial records, including invoicing, payments, account balances, and
client data, ensuring accuracy and data integrity,
Performed bank, supplier, and sales reconciliations, enabling accurate tracking and reporting of
financial transactions.
Managed accounts payable and receivable, identifying discrepancies and ensuring timely
resolution.
Supported monthly and year-end closing processes, ensuring compliance with timelines and
accounting standards.
Oversaw payroll processing, ensuring accurate and timely employee compensation in line with
company policies.
Assisted in improving financial processes and reporting accuracy.
Coordinated with internal teams to ensure smooth financial operations and documentation flow.