HR Specialist

Key Job Responsibilities:

1) HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle

• Manage end-to-end HR operations including onboarding, probation follow-ups, transfers, promotions, and offboarding.
• Prepare, issue, renew, and maintain employee contracts, letters, and HR documentation in line with company policy and Saudi labor requirements.

2) HR Compliance & Labor Law Awareness (HR-Focused)

• Ensure HR practices comply with Saudi Labor Law , HRSD regulations, and related HR directives (not acting as a legal officer, but ensuring HR alignment).
• Monitor and communicate updates in labor regulations, Saudization requirements, GOSI, wage protection rules, and HR-related government circulars.
• Maintain compliance calendars and checklists for renewals, documentation, and regulatory deadlines.
• Support internal HR audits and prepare basic compliance reports for management.

3) Government Platforms & HR Digital Systems

Handle and ensure proper HR usage, tracking, and compliance on platforms including but not limited to:

• Qiwa : contracts, employee transfers, work relationship management, compliance status.
• Muqeem / Absher Business : resident employee services and renewals coordination.
• Mudad : Wage Protection System (WPS) uploads and follow-up.
• HRSD portals : Saudization monitoring, policy updates, and reporting.
• HRDF / TAMHEER / related programs : registrations, eligibility checks, claims follow-up, and training support.
• Support other HR or training platforms mandated by government or company.
• Ensure all platform data matches internal HR records and resolve discrepancies proactively.

4) Saudization, Training & Internship Programs

• Support Saudization targets through coordinated hiring, reporting, and follow-ups.
• Track and administer government training incentives and employment support programs for Saudi nationals.

Coordinate HRDF initiatives such as:

• Internship / Tamheer program onboarding and tracking.
• Government-supported training pathways.
• Liaise with departments to identify Saudi talent needs and internship opportunities.

5) Employee Relations & Workplace Support

• Act as the first HR point of contact for employee queries related to policy, benefits, attendance, leaves, and workplace concerns.
• Support employee relations cases, ensuring fair process aligned with company policy and Saudi HR regulations.

6) HR Reporting & Documentation

• Generate reports: Saudization status, training participation, WPS/Qiwa/HRDF status.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or in relevant field.
• 2–3 years of HR experience in Saudi Arabia (preferably in a multi-department organization)
• Up-to-date awareness of Saudi labor law changes affecting HR compliance.
• Saudi National only (per role requirement).

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of Saudi HR regulations and practical application within HR operations.
• Solid hands-on experience with Qiwa, Mudad, Muqeem, HRSD, HRDF and related portals.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in MS Office and HR systems.
• Bilingual (Arabic & English) preferred.