Abbas Said

ABBAS SAID

LinkedIn : www.linkedin.com/in/abbas-said-1111mcipd

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Accomplished HR Director with 19 years of experience specializing in talent acquisition, employee
relations and HR strategy across the Middle East, Gulf and Africa. Proven success in aligning HR
practices with business objectives to enhance productivity, ensure compliance and drive
organizational growth. Expertise in leading multicultural teams, optimizing HR operations and
implementing data-driven solutions for sustainable workforce development.

CORE SKILLS

Global HR Strategy &
Operations
Strategic Planning & Business
Development Operational & Financial Oversight
Employee Relations &
Engagement
Succession Planning & Leadership
Planning
Talent Acquisition & Recruitment
Strategy
Legal Compliance & Risk
Mitigation
Change Management &
Organizational Development Cross-Cultural Leadership
AI Implementation in HR HR Analytics & Data-Driven
Decision Making
Regulatory Compliance & Quality
Assurance

WORK EXPERIENCE

HR & Business Development Consultant
09Clinic Kuwait May 2022 – May 2023

• Aligned clinical operations with business goals and regulatory requirements.
• Developed business plans resulting in a 30% increase in service delivery efficiency and 15% boost in
employee engagement.
• Fostered a collaborative culture enhancing employee engagement and compliance.
• Led expansion initiatives into departments driving overall growth and profitability.

Global HR & BD Director
Carter Wellington Global Recruitment Group UK May 2021 – Apr 2022
Talent2Search Greece May 2021 – Apr 2022

• Led global recruitment initiatives, successfully managing talent acquisition processes to meet business
needs in various regions.
• Collaborated with HR partners to develop performance management frameworks that improved
employee retention rates by 15%.
• Implemented remote work best practices, enhancing productivity and maintaining compliance with
international labor regulations.
• Streamlined HR operations, reducing operational costs by 12% while improving service delivery.

Group HR Director (Acting General Manager)
Al Recardo General Contracting Company Kuwait Oct 2018 – Oct 2020

• Directed HR activities across multiple business units, ensuring compliance with local labor laws and
regulations.
• Facilitated strategic planning sessions to align HR objectives with business growth goals, contributing to
a 25% increase in overall company revenue.
• Enhanced employee engagement through initiatives focused on professional development and well
being, reducing turnover by 10%.
• Led investigations and conflict resolution efforts, creating a positive and legally compliant workplace
culture.

Business Development Manager
CAP Energy PLC London- UK Jan 2018 – Aug 2018

• Identified growth opportunities in MENA & Africa, built client relationships and secured business
contracts.
• Developed strategic plans to enter new Markets and expand client base.
• Conducted market research to identify emerging trends and opportunities.
• Negotiated contracts and managed key accounts.

HR Manager
Consolidated Contractors Company KSA & Mauritania Nov 2006 – Dec 2017

• Managed end-to-end HR operations across Saudi Arabia and Mauritania including recruitment, training,
compliance and contractual agreements for large-scale projects.
• Developed and Implemented Saudization programs achieving 100% compliance with regulatory
requirements.
• Implemented talent development strategies that improved workforce skills resulting in higher employee
satisfaction and retention.
• Collaborated with international recruitment agencies optimizing staffing processes to meet diverse project
needs efficiently.

EDUCATIONAL CREDENTIALS
• Bachelor’s in Business and Management, Saint-Joseph University (USJ), Beirut, Lebanon, 2006

Certified Seminars, Training and Workshops Attended

• Risk Management • Authority, Power & Influence • Aramco Appreciation (2)
• Motivation • Negotiation • Teamwork & Team Building
• Communication • Ethics & Anti- Corruption • Training & Recruitment
• Leadership Seminar

Published Article
Authored an article on the wellness, health and fitness sector in the Middle East featured in the December
2019 edition of MEA Markets magazine.

Computer skills:
HRMS, Microsoft Office Suite and AI tools.

PERSONAL DOSSIER

Date of Birth: 11th November 1984 | Nationality: Lebanese
Address: Lebanon | Linguistic Abilities: French, English & Arabic