Professional Summary
A servant leader with 19+ years of diversified experience in international firms across Infrastructure, Information Technology, Mining, and Energy sectors. An important contributor to Business and HR functions, including Talent Acquisition, Staffing Management, Employee Relations, and Mobilization control. Proven track record of delivering recruitment for Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 mega-projects while securing top local and international talent.
Key Facts
19+
Years of Experience
30%
Reduced Time-to-Hire
5
Major Projects Delivered
4
Sectors of Expertise
Areas of Expertise
Strategic Recruitment Planning
Full-Cycle Recruitment
Boolean Search & Sourcing
Employee Relations
Mobilization & Onboarding
Diversity & Inclusion Recruitment
Saudization, Nitaqat & GOSI
Performance Management
Stakeholder Management
Change Management
HR Analytics & Power BI
MS Office (Advanced)
Professional Experience
Senior Talent Acquisition Partner
Bechtel · 2022 — Present
- Directed full-cycle recruitment for major MEA projects, aligning talent strategies with business priorities.
- Led and mentored a team of recruiters, increasing productivity by 30% through bi-weekly training.
- Implemented an ATS that reduced time-to-hire by 30% and improved reporting accuracy.
- Launched the RISE program for returning STEM professionals — shortlisted for Best Talent Development Strategy, HRSE KSA Awards 2024/2025.
- Achieved MOWAAMAH disability certification through targeted diversity outreach and training.
HR Manager
Alderley plc · 2016 — 2022
- Developed a data-driven recruitment plan that raised candidate engagement 30% and retention 15%.
- Reduced time-to-fill by 20% using HR metrics and analytics to optimize hiring strategies.
- Trained and coached 50+ managers, addressing emerging functional and managerial skill needs.
- Ensured compliance with KSA labor laws including Nitaqat, GOSI, and WPS.
- Led HR initiatives during mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings.
Lead Recruiter → Senior Mobilization Specialist
Parsons · 2012 — 2016
- Led full-cycle recruitment across portfolios and programs, developing sourcing and pre-screening strategies.
- Served as point of contact with recruitment agencies, HADAF authorities, and clients.
- Streamlined hiring and mobilization for Saudi and expat candidates, ensuring document verification and compliance.
HR Generalist
Computer Sciences Corporation · 2006 — 2012
- Processed accurate payroll for 300+ employees and oversaw GOSI compliance for 100+ new hires.
- Managed compensation and benefits for a workforce of 100+ employees.
- Developed and executed HR policies on recruitment and employee relations for 200+ employees.
Education & Certifications
MBA — International Business Academy of London
Bachelor of Business Administration — Imam Mohammed Bin Saud University
PMP
SHRM-SCP
CDR — Diversity Recruiter
Get in Touch
For talent acquisition, diversity recruitment, or HR strategy — reach out directly.
Send Emailm.ashgar1982@gmail.com · +966 50 942 8274