Summary
Four Seasons is hiring a Talent Acquisition Manager for its pre-opening resort and residences on Shura Island in the Red Sea, Saudi Arabia. The manager will lead full-cycle recruitment, develop hiring strategies, partner with department heads, oversee candidate assessment and offers, and maintain recruitment records and metrics. The role requires 4–6 years of talent acquisition or recruitment experience, preferably in luxury hospitality, with high-volume or pre-opening experience preferred. The position is full-time and open to locals only under Saudi labor law; accommodation, transportation, and other benefits are offered.
The posting
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About Four Seasons:
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the location:
Soon to be one of the region’s foremost luxury beachside destinations, The Red Sea will comprise of the idyllic natural islands and lagoons across 200 kms of coastline along the western coast of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, between the cities of Umluj and Al Wajh. The new Four Seasons Resort will be located on Shura Island, the hub of the development and home to a yacht marina, leisure and lifestyle facilities, retail offerings, 18-hole golf course and more. The Red Sea destination is being built with sustainable practices and tourism at its core, with the masterplan being informed by an impressive marine spatial planning simulation to model the environmental impact of development and operations to minimize over-tourism while providing guests with an exceptional travel and lifestyle experience. The destination will also rely on renewable energy and will only develop a small portion of the islands with expansive dedicated conservation zones. The new Four Seasons Resort will offer approximately 149 rooms and suites, all with uninterrupted views over white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters. The property will also feature six restaurant and lounge outlets, meeting and events spaces, a marine discovery centre, Kids for All Seasons space and much more. Whether looking for rest and relaxation or sport and water activities, there will be something for everyone, including a full-service spa with a hammam, tennis courts, three outdoor pools with cabanas, and two separate beaches for families and adults perfect for soaking in the sun or diving down to explore the coral reefs.
About Four Seasons Resort and Residences Red Sea at Shura Island:
Join the team at Four Seasons Red Sea Shura Island, where our purpose is to create extraordinary guest experiences through genuine care, warm hospitality, and exceptional service. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the most talented professionals in the industry to deliver the legendary Four Seasons service.
About the Role:
Join the pre-opening team of Four Seasons Resort and Residences Red Sea, a landmark destination on the Saudi coast. As Talent Acquisition Manager, you will play a pivotal role in building a high-performing team that reflects Four Seasons’ service culture and brand values. Reporting to the Director of People & Culture, you will lead end-to-end recruitment activities and support the successful pre-opening and ongoing staffing of the resort.
What You Will Do:
- Lead and manage full-cycle recruitment for all operational and leadership positions across the resort.
- Develop and execute talent acquisition strategies aligned with pre-opening timelines and workforce plans.
- Partner closely with department heads to understand hiring needs and deliver timely, quality hires.
- Oversee candidate sourcing, screening, interviews, assessments, and offer management.
- Ensure compliance with local labor laws, visa processes, and Four Seasons recruitment standards.
- Manage relationships with recruitment agencies, job boards, and external partners.
- Maintain accurate recruitment records, reports, and hiring metrics.
- Promote Four Seasons as an employer of choice through branding, job fairs, and networking initiatives.
- Support onboarding and pre-employment processes to ensure a seamless candidate experience.
What You Bring:
- Minimum 4–6 years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, preferably within luxury hospitality.
- Proven experience managing high-volume recruitment, ideally in a pre-opening environment.
- Strong knowledge of recruitment systems, sourcing techniques, and interview methodologies.
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage.
- Local's only as per the Saudi labor law.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary in a tax-free environment.
- Fully furnished accommodation and transportation.
- 30 days annual vacation, plus public holidays.
- Ticket allowance.
- Living allowance.
- Complimentary meals and uniform care.
- Comprehensive medical and life insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program and global complimentary stays with
- Excellent opportunities for learning, development, and career growth within the company.
Schedule & Hours
This is a full-time role.
Supporting the Saudi nationalization scheme, we are looking forward to connecting with Saudi nationals who have a passion for people, talent management and learning! Suitable candidates must be able to work in Saudi Arabia!