HR Generalist

The British School of Kuwait; Salwa; On-site; KWD 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Kuwait is seeking an HR Generalist to enhance its HR functions. The role includes managing HR records, supporting policy development, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will be bilingual in English and Arabic, have HR experience, and exhibit strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a generalist HR role, ideally within the education sector.
• Strong understanding of recruitment, employment law, and HR compliance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update HR systems and records.
• Support the development and implementation of HR policies.
• Manage communication with the Ministry regarding employment contracts.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Fluency in English

Fluency in Arabic

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced HR Generalist to join our team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong understanding of HR best practices in an educational setting and possess excellent communication and organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities

Generalist HR

• Maintain and update HR systems and records to ensure accuracy and compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
• Support the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures aligned with the school’s strategic goals.
• Generate employment contracts, renewal letters, letters of offers, and salary certificates for all employees across BIE.
• Liaise with messengers regarding work permits, driving licenses, and residency renewals.
• Be the first point of contact for Ministry enquiries and approvals regarding employment contracts.
• Manage the team of messengers and ensure that all Ministry-related jobs are completed within agreed timelines.
• Maintain the BIE staff database and employee records, ensuring confidentiality.
• Coordinate with systems to create user IDs for new employees and update email groups as needed.
• Coordinate the departure of employees from the school.
• Manage the upkeep and servicing of the hard copy staff filing system.
• Assist in translating official documents between English and Arabic.
• Support the school's succession management policy by keeping policies and procedures up to date in handbooks.
• Promote competencies such as behavior management, communication, understanding of the business, results focus, customer service, personal effectiveness, leadership, and teamwork.
• Perform other duties as required by the Director of Human Resources or Senior Management Team.

Skills

Essential Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in a generalist HR role, ideally within the education sector.
• Strong understanding of recruitment, employment law, and HR compliance.
• Proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Fluency in English and Arabic, both written and spoken.

Personal Attributes

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Proactive, solution-focused, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Discreet, trustworthy, and committed to confidentiality.
• A collaborative team player with a positive, professional attitude.