Remote and Hybrid Work
A Model Policy for Companies in Saudi Arabia 2025

A practical framework for building a remote and hybrid work policy.
Aligned with Saudi labor regulations and security and privacy challenges.

Why this matters

• Attract talent.

• Reduce costs.

• Improve productivity.

• Lower dispute risk through clear rules for working hours and deliverables.

Core policy elements

• Scope of application
  Eligible roles.
  Office and remote days.
  Core working hours.

• Performance measurement
  Measure by outcomes, not hours.
  Set clear targets.

• Data protection
  Approved device only.
  VPN usage.
  Strong passwords.
  No account sharing.

• Communication
  Regular meetings.
  Escalation channel.
  Internal response SLA.

• Safety and health
  Safe workspace.
  Sitting and break guidelines.

Fast rollout steps

• Run a 60-day pilot with a small team and clear KPIs.

• Update contracts and add the work model and security policy.

• Provide a short employee guide, collaboration tools, and security training.

Common mistakes

• No clear core communication hours or eligible role scope.

• Weak cybersecurity controls or local storage of sensitive data without governance.

This content is for general awareness and not legal advice.