Riham Faisal

Strategic Human Resources executive with 14+ years of leadership experience driving HR transformation, organizational effectiveness, and workforce performance across diversified industries including automotive, finance, construction, and manufacturing. Currently leading the HR Business Partner Function at Haji Husein Alireza Holding Group (HHA), supporting multiple business divisions including Mazda, Aston Martin, MAN Truck & Bus, and Stockyard. Known for building high-impact HR strategies that align people, performance, and business growth, while strengthening governance, operational excellence, and leadership capability.

A trusted advisor to executive leadership with a proven track record of designing scalable HR frameworks, improving workforce productivity, strengthening Saudization strategies, and driving organizational transformation. Recognized for delivering data-driven HR solutions, building high-performing HR teams, and translating complex business challenges into strategic people initiatives.

Head of HR Business Partner Function at Haji Husein Alireza Holding Group (HHA) (2025-04 – Present)

Lead the HR Business Partnering model across multiple strategic divisions, enabling leadership teams to translate business objectives into people strategies that support sustainable growth.

• Serve as strategic HR advisor to executive leadership, partnering with GMs and business leaders across Mazda, Aston Martin, MAN Truck & Bus, and Stockyard divisions.
• Drive the implementation of a structured HR Business Partnering framework, improving HR alignment with operational and financial goals.
• Lead workforce planning and organizational structuring initiatives to ensure the right talent capabilities support business growth.
• Establish HR governance frameworks and service standards, enhancing cross-functional collaboration between HR Operations, C&B, Payroll, and Government Relations.
• Guide leadership teams on employee relations, leadership effectiveness, and organizational culture development.
• Support HR transformation initiatives including performance management frameworks, salary structure reviews, and talent development programs.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi Labor Law, Saudization targets, and internal HR governance standards.

HR & Administration Department Manager at Taajeer Finance (2020-03 – 2025-03)

Built and led the HR function from inception, transforming HR into a strategic enabler supporting the company's growth and regulatory compliance.

• Established the entire HR department structure, including policies, governance frameworks, and operational HR processes.
• Led the implementation of Oracle Cloud HCM, digitizing HR operations and significantly improving workforce data visibility and decision-making.
• Developed and implemented the company's HR strategy aligned with business expansion plans.
• Directed all HR functions including talent acquisition, payroll, compensation & benefits, training, and employee relations.
• Ensured compliance with Saudi Labor Law and SAMA regulatory HR standards.
• Led workforce planning and HR budgeting initiatives to ensure optimal talent allocation and cost efficiency.
• Implemented structured performance management and incentive frameworks supporting employee engagement and retention.
• Managed HR operations across multiple branches in Saudi Arabia, ensuring consistent HR service delivery.

HR Business Partner & Recruitment Lead at Binzagr Coro Ltd. (BCR) (2016-08 – 2020-02)

Delivered HR partnership support to leadership across manufacturing and operational functions.

• Led end-to-end recruitment and workforce planning initiatives supporting operational expansion.
• Partnered with leadership on organizational design, job evaluation, and succession planning.
• Managed employee relations and HR advisory across production and operations teams.

Recruitment Officer at Sunbulah Group (2014-12 – 2016-08)

• Oversaw local and international recruitment campaigns to achieve Saudization goals.
• Led new-hire orientation and employee onboarding initiatives.
• Managed recruitment budgets and vendor relations.

Recruitment Specialist at Al-Naghi Group (BMW-JLR) (2013-01 – 2014-12)

• Managed sourcing and selection for automotive retail operations.
• Coordinated with GR and Training teams to ensure compliance with labor law and internal policies.

Bachelor's degree in human resources – College of Business Administration, UBT (2012-12)