HR Officer

Gastronomica; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 15,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an HR Manager to oversee all aspects of Human Resources across the organization. Responsibilities include administering HR systems, managing talent acquisition, onboarding new hires, and ensuring alignment with corporate objectives while supporting a positive workplace culture.

Responsibilities

• Support HR Department with high-quality services.
• Administer HR policies and oversee cultural alignment.
• Manage onboarding processes and new hire orientation.

Skills

HR management software

Labor laws

Communication

Interviewing

Organizational skills

Conflict resolution

Job description

This position is responsible for all key functions of Human Resources across the Holding Company and takes a lead role in its day-to-day operations to efficiently and effectively support the organization’s core business processes.

Responsibilities:

1. Support the HR Department in providing high-quality, proactive, and accurate services that meet business needs and corporate objectives.
2. Effectively deploy and administer Human Resources and Administration Systems, Programs, Policies, and Procedures.
3. Serve as the custodian of the organization’s culture and value systems, ensuring their translation across the organization.
4. Ensure manpower plans and budgets align with organizational priorities and business plans; monitor and review performance indicators, recommending modifications to manpower plans as needed.
5. Prepare training schedules, collate materials, and deliver training as required by the business.
6. Conduct new employee orientation to foster a positive attitude towards organizational objectives.
7. Ensure smooth onboarding for new hires by managing pre-joining documentation, contract/offer signing, and staff file creation.
8. Handle employee relations effectively.
9. Resolve HR and administrative issues promptly by identifying and investigating problems and administering disciplinary procedures.
10. Support the recruitment and selection of competent staff.
11. Manage probation assessments and the issuance of employment confirmation and offer letters.
12. Maintain employee files (hardcopy and electronic) and ensure timely updates.
13. Oversee the employee probation assessment process for all new employees.
14. Assist the HR Manager with routine HR activities such as staff performance appraisals and salary reviews.

Skills:

• Proficient in HR management software and tools.
• Strong understanding of labor laws and regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to conduct interviews and assess candidates effectively.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Conflict resolution and negotiation skills.