HR & Administration Specialist -MEA

Position: HR & Administration Specialist- MEA

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented HR & Administration Specialist to join our team in Egypt, supporting our operations across the Middle East & Africa (MEA) region.

This role is central to ensuring smooth HR operations, full compliance with local regulations, and an efficient, well-managed office environment. You will play a key role in managing the employee lifecycle, supporting payroll and social insurance processes, and contributing to regional HR initiatives within a dynamic and growing pharmaceutical organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Lifecycle & HR Administration

• Manage end-to-end employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, contracts, employee changes, and separations.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure compliance with Egyptian labour law and internal policies.
• Prepare employment documentation, letters, and HR correspondence.
• Act as a first point of contact for employee HR-related queries.

Payroll & Social Insurance

• Coordinate monthly payroll inputs, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
• Manage all social insurance activities with the National Organisation for Social Insurance (NOSI), including registrations, updates, and deregistrations.
• Ensure full compliance with labour law, tax, and social insurance requirements.
• Support audits and reporting related to payroll and benefits.

Office Administration & Operations

• Oversee daily office operations to maintain a productive and organised work environment.
• Manage relationships with vendors and service providers.
• Support travel arrangements, logistics, and general administrative needs.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and local health & safety standards.

Talent Acquisition & Employee Experience

• Support recruitment activities, including job postings, screening, and interview coordination.
• Facilitate onboarding and ensure a positive new joiner experience.
• Coordinate offboarding processes and exit formalities.
• Contribute to employee engagement and culture initiatives.

Regional HR Support (MEA)

• Provide HR operational support across MEA markets in collaboration with regional teams/ partners and agents.
• Ensure full compliance with labour law and employment regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to HR projects, policy implementation, and process improvements.
• Support HR reporting and data management for regional stakeholders.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3–6 years of experience in HR operations and administration.
• Strong knowledge of Egyptian labour law and social insurance regulations.
• Experience in payroll coordination.
• Exposure to multinational or regional environments is an advantage.

Key Skills

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR systems

Why Join Us?

• Gain exposure to regional HR operations across MEA
• Work in a collaborative and dynamic environment
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful HR initiatives and continuous improvement