Saudi Arabia’s dynamic labour market continues to attract global attention as human resource development takes centre stage in national economic transformation. Recent collaborations, events, and initiatives involving the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and its regional arm, SHRM MENA, underscore the Kingdom’s commitment to building future-ready workplaces that align with Vision 2030 priorities. Visit: حلول للموارد البشريه
One of the standout developments this year has been SHRM MENA’s growing influence on HR professionals and organisations across Saudi Arabia. The annual SHRM MENA Conference & Expo has emerged as a pivotal platform for knowledge exchange, network building, and strategic leadership in human capital management. The SHRM MENA Annual Conference & Expo 2025, held at the Madinat Jumeirah Conference Centre in Dubai, brought together thousands of HR leaders and experts from the Middle East and beyond. Under the theme “Shape the Future of Work”, the event offered deep insights into workforce transformation, leadership resilience, digital innovation, and employee engagement strategies. Attendees included regional policymakers, corporate executives, and Saudi HR professionals looking to drive organisational excellence in a rapidly evolving work environment.
For Saudi HR professionals, the SHRM MENA events are especially relevant. They offer exposure to advanced human resource practices and international benchmarks that support the Kingdom’s national workforce ambitions. Topics covered at the conference—such as talent localisation, agile leadership, inclusion, and HR technology—mirror the strategic imperatives of Saudi labour policy reforms. With Saudi Arabia pushing forward on digital transformation and private sector expansion, HR leaders are increasingly focused on developing frameworks that attract, retain, and upskill talent in both public and private sectors: وظائف الشركات
Beyond events, local collaboration between SHRM and Saudi institutions marks another milestone. In 2024, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) signed a memorandum of understanding with American SHRM to enhance worker training and elevate HR professional standards in the Kingdom. This agreement highlights joint efforts to improve workforce competencies and equip professionals with global best practices.
SHRM’s global influence and the expansion of its regional chapters resonate with HR practitioners in Saudi Arabia who seek credentials and continuous professional development. Across social media and professional forums, many HR professionals discuss the value of SHRM-certified credentials and their role in career progression. Although perspectives vary—with some professionals noting mixed recognition in local markets—the overall interest in obtaining internationally recognised HR certifications remains strong among Saudi practitioners aiming to enhance their expertise and competitiveness.
These developments come amid broader changes in Saudi labour policy that are reshaping workforce management across industries. Recent government measures to standardise employment contracts, protect worker rights, and update labour violations frameworks demonstrate the Kingdom’s ongoing commitment to improving workplace conditions and aligning with international labour standards. Click: وظائف عسكرية
In this evolving environment, SHRM and SHRM MENA serve as valuable resources for HR leaders and organisations intent on navigating change, embracing innovation, and building inclusive workplaces. As Saudi Arabia continues to implement Vision 2030 reforms, collaboration between local authorities and international HR bodies is set to play an increasingly influential role in shaping the future of work in the Kingdom and the broader Middle East.
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