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King Fahad Road
Jeddah
Saudi Arabia

About Us

At Antal International KSA, we proudly lead the way in executive recruitment and headhunting in Saudi Arabia, across Jeddah, Riyadh, and further to the MENA region. Antal is one of the first global award-winning talent acquisition firms to have an effective presence in the Kingdom and the Gulf region.

With over 65% of the population under 30 and the Saudi Vision 2030 driving workforce transformation, we play a key role in localizing talent strategies and advancing Saudization across automotive & mobility, IT, start-ups and retail sectors. Our team includes Saudi-based experts with over 25+ years of market experience, helping companies hire for critical roles in automotive, mobility, IT and other executive leadership sectors.

We combine a global search approach with a local orientation, delivering recruitment strategies aligned with Saudi job market needs. If you are a startup or an established enterprise, we help you find high-calibre talent that drives results!

Looking for a top recruitment agency in Jeddah, Riyadh, KSA Or the GCC? You’ve found one…

Our Story: Enough!

Back when we were C-suite leaders in Saudi Arabia, we often struggled with recruitment agencies that didn’t truly understand our needs. Candidates were misaligned, unaware of role expectations, or far outside budget limits. The local firms lacked structure, and global agencies, despite their methods, couldn’t grasp the cultural and business landscape of the Kingdom.

So, we built the solution we wished existed…
With over a decade of recruitment and leadership experience with leading brands / Fortune 500 companies etc., we partnered with Antal International. Our mission? To set a new benchmark for talent acquisition in Saudi Arabia!

At Antal, we combine international recruitment standards with deep local insight, tapping into a network of skilled Saudi nationals. Using scientific assessment models, we ensure accurate talent matches, especially at the mid-management and leadership level!

If you're looking for a headhunting partner in Jeddah, Riyadh or anywhere in KSA or GCC who speaks your language, both culturally and commercially,  let’s connect!

Standard Services

Contingency-Based Recruitment
Ideal for employers who prefer to pay upon a successful hire. We conduct a targeted CV search and present only the most relevant candidates; no upfront commitment required! The plan comes with a replacement guarantee. The client assure ‘exclusivity’ to us for specific searches.

Retainer Search
A dedicated headhunter manages the client’s hiring needs. We further offer access to passive talent, salary negotiation support, and onboarding coaching, with fast turnaround from a focused recruitment team.

Strategic Services

Talent Pipeline & Mapping

We offer Talent Pipeline and Mapping services in Saudi Arabia for clients focused on future-proofing their workforce. Antal International - KSA helps you build a strong virtual bench by tracking top talent before you need them.

 
Leadership & Talent Assessment

We help identify and assess top talent for leadership and strategic roles, enabling agile succession planning and minimising future talent gaps. This is perfect for organisations aiming to stay ahead of change.


AI Video Interviews

We are the only recruitment agency in KSA that provides pre-recorded AI-based video interview option to help clients screen candidates faster, cutting hiring costs and time by up to 50%. Hiring authorities find these video interviews very useful, as they provide a good idea of the personality, communication and presentation style of a candidate.


Outplacement & Career Advisory

Layoffs are tough, impacting not only the employees being asked to leave but also the stakeholders, including investors, consumers, markets, and worst of all, the morale of the remaining employees. We offer an outplacement assistance package to corporations for their affected employees, providing career advisory services to help them land a job. This protects your brand reputation and boosts morale for those staying behind

Our Top 4!
  • Global Reach

    With seamless communication across all our international offices, Antal covers global talent markets end-to-end. We connect Saudi employers to top-tier professionals worldwide, especially for cross-border executive search.
  • Not Your Typical Recruiter

    Forget JD-based hiring. We focus on achievements and deliverables, not outdated CVs. As ex-corporate leaders, we know what truly matters — finding impact-driven talent that hits the ground running from day one.
     
  • Saudization Experts

    Our team includes Saudization specialists with a proven track record. We help you identify high-impact roles for nationals and design strategies to attract and retain them, in line with the Vision 2030 goals.
     
  • Top Performers Only

    We don’t just filter resumes, we target A-class talent! Our recruiters understand how to approach, assess, and place high performers who aren't visible on job boards or in standard candidate pools.

What does this all mean to you?

It means you are in trusted hands when it comes to hiring the right team! Say goodbye to sorting through endless CVs - you’ll receive a focused shortlist of three hand-picked, passive, A-class performers for every role.

Let us handle the research, outreach, screening, and assessments while you focus on running your business. Our Saudi-based experts, backed by a trusted international brand, act as your voice in the market, enhancing your employer reputation and attracting elite talent others can’t reach.

With Antal, you don’t just fill positions you build winning teams that drive results from day one. 

Meet the Team
  • Amir Khurshid
    Managing Partner
  • Amir Khurshid
    Managing Partner

    Amir brings with him 30 years of well-rounded experience in the Automotive value-chain, Franchise Development, FMCG, Packaging, Consulting and Academia. He has led strategy implementation for the world’s best-known brands in  Saudi Arabia including Robert Bosch, Kumho Tire, Mercedes-Benz, Knorr-Bremse, Beissbarth, Zexel, Velyen Istobal, etc.

    Amir played a pivotal role in establishing Bosch’s equipment business in the government sector and leading the Bosch Car Service initiative in KSA.

    Amir has a proven record of leading teams, transforming businesses, maximizing revenues, managing principal-dealer relationships, attaining cross-functional efficiencies, expanding distribution networks and winning market share in highly competitive environments.

    He earned his MBA from Warwick Business School, UK as a Britannia Chevening scholar. He also holds a Master’s degree in Public Administration. His achievements include bringing the world’s leading managerial recruitment firm Antal International to Saudi Arabia, which he headed as Managing Partner.

  • Zubair Sobani
    Partner
  • Zubair Sobani
    Partner

    Zubair is a celebrated CEO, entrepreneur and turnaround expert who has a long list of achievements under his belt during his 30+ years of stellar career.He has successfully led brands like Toyota, Daihatsu and Nissan in  KSA/ the region. Besides general management, he has had hands-on experience in Marketing and Sales, Brand development, Positioning, Pricing, New Product Development, Supply Chain Management etc. He is also experienced in Consulting, Retail and Venture Capital in the Middle East, Canada, USA and Pakistan.

    Now steering a list  of his own business initiatives in Consulting, Digital Marketing, BPO, Food etc. Zubair’s advice is highly valued in Business Planning & Transformation and Strategy.  He is particularly referred to in the field of Automotive. He sits on various boards and advises a number of CEOs/Chairmen.

    Zubair has built these skill sets upon the solid foundations as a professional Chartered Accountant and Cost & Management Accountant.

  • Imran Yousuf
    General Manager
  • Imran Yousuf
    General Manager

    As a truly global leader who has lived and worked across four continents, an entrepreneur who has founded and co-founded businesses, a CEO, board member and advisor to tech start-ups,  a Business and leadership advisor to family businesses, an executive coach to CEOs and finally as a certified Senior Human Resources professional, Imran Yousuf brings a unique perspective to the table. Having worked with the world's top 10 in the field of Human Resources for the last 20+ years placing numerous C-level and board executives in some of the top organizations here in the Region.

    Imran is committed to raising the Talent performance in the Middle East through unique business models and the latest international best practices as he appreciates the complex regional strategic issues, corporate culture, and leadership landscape .

    With the new generation taking over family businesses, Imran is most passionate about helping family businesses transform into a world-class organization by OD interventions and aligning the Leadership team to create massive shareholder value.

  • Tilat Rizvi
    Senior Recruitment Consultant
  • Tilat Rizvi
    Senior Recruitment Consultant

    Tilat, who believes in "Celebrating Diversity Recruiting", is a Sr. Talent Acquisition professional with proven results in developing and leading recruitment drives across multiple countries. She is a highly passionate HR professional with 15 years of extensive experience. Her flair to explore, learn and equipped with utmost updated skills differs her with others. She has closed many critical positions with senior candidates in Retail, Automotive, Information Technology , Engineering , Consumer Durable , FMCG & Manufacturing space. 

    Tilat works closely with her clients, understands their requirements to drive recruiting efforts to increase the pipeline & hiring of diverse candidates. She has expertise in executive recruitment. Her diligent & meticulous communication ensures much needed fast boarding in critical times.  Additionally, her "Nothing is impossible" attitude coupled with an ever-smiling trait are the strongest skills Tilat has!

  • Mahrukh Hussain
    Senior Associate
  • Mahrukh Hussain
    Senior Associate

    New to the Antal International team is the enthusiastic and driven recruiter Mahrukh Hussain. She is a highly determined person who approaches challenges with a "can-do" mentality. Mahrukh has worked as a Quality Assurance Specialist in a prestigious institution, where she discovered her interest in recruitment and resolved to make a significant influence in the field. She approaches every search with the analytical rigour, problem-solving skills, and strategic vision that her degree gave her. For Mahrukh, the key to a successful recruitment process is establishing trusting relationships with both clients and prospects.

     

    Mahrukh's varied experiences and perspectives make her an asset in the recruitment industry. She loves connecting employers with top talent and job seekers with their ideal positions. Mahrukh's zeal and hard work make her an asset to Antal International.

     

  • Rahul Singh
    Account Manager - IT Desk
  • Rahul Singh
    Account Manager - IT Desk

    I am Rahul Singh, an accomplished Account Manager at Antal International's IT DESK division (Saudi Arabia). With a passion for the dynamic world of technology and six years of experience across diverse industries, I am dedicated to delivering exceptional talent solutions in the IT sector.

    Equipped with a BSc and MBA, my expertise lies in talent acquisition, project coordination, and strategic planning. I thrive on connecting top-tier IT professionals with cutting-edge opportunities, driving business growth for both clients and candidates.

    As a proud member of Antal International, a global leader in talent acquisition, I am committed to delivering excellence and forging lasting partnerships. Antal Saudi embodies our shared values of integrity, innovation, and client satisfaction, ensuring that organizations across the Kingdom gain a competitive edge through exceptional IT talent.

    I invite you to connect with me to explore how we can unlock new possibilities in the IT landscape. Whether you are seeking exceptional talent for your organization or looking for the next exciting opportunity in the IT field, I am here to support you throughout the entire journey.

    Feel free to reach out to discuss your IT talent needs or explore collaboration opportunities. Together, let's navigate the evolving IT landscape and achieve remarkable success.

  • Maria Ali
    Senior Recruitment Consultant
  • Maria Ali
    Senior Recruitment Consultant

    A seasoned Recruitment professional, have worked with the world’s Top Recruitment Companies, with expertise in Leadership hiring for IT/Non-IT, FMCG, Consumer Durables, Telcom, Retail, Manufacturing & Electrical engineering. Currently part of the Automotive industry vertical for Executive Search assignments. Throughout my career, I worked with executives and hiring managers to develop and implement strategies that promote diversity in hiring and talent management practices.

    I am a data-driven and insightful professional who is passionate about “growing teams and dreams!”. I have grown my skills in the overall gamut of the recruitment cycle, strategic sourcing, data analytics and project management, P&L, Business development planning and execution of requirements, client relationship Management and client engagement.
     My deep sense of understanding of client’s expectations and handling the whole process with utmost professionalism, hard work and diligence make me nothing short of exemplary for the employer and the organization.

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