ERP HR Functional Consultant

Leader Investment Group - LIG; Ha'il; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent consulting firm in Saudi Arabia is looking for an HR Systems Consultant with extensive experience in public sector HR operations. This role involves engaging with HR teams to implement and manage HR modules within an ERP system, ensuring compliance with local laws and operational needs. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields and proficiency in both English and Arabic is a plus. Strong communication and project management skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years experience in HR systems consulting or HR operations in the public sector.
• At least 2 full cycle implementations of HR modules in ERP or enterprise solutions.
• Experience with government clients or large public institutions is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage with public sector HR teams to understand their needs.
• Translate client HR requirements into system configurations.
• Configure and test HR modules according to public sector mandates.
• Manage ERP project activities from scoping to closure.

Skills

HR systems consulting

Public sector operations

Communication in English

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Certification in HR systems

Certification in labor law

Tools

HR systems

Public sector reporting tools

Document management platforms

Job description

Responsibilities

• Engage with public sector HR teams to understand organizational structure, employment rules, leave policies, performance systems, and employee workflows.
• Translate client HR requirements into system configurations that reflect local laws, public sector policies, and internal procedures.
• Configure and test HR modules including personnel administration, payroll integration, attendance, and promotions as per public sector mandates.
• Prepare functional documentation including requirement specifications, configuration guides, and user manuals for HR modules.
• Plan, execute, and oversee functional testing and user acceptance testing (UAT), ensuring accuracy and completeness of configurations.
• Collaborate with technical teams to implement required customizations and enhancements, ensuring seamless integration with other modules.
• Assist in HR data migration, ensuring that legacy data is cleaned, validated, and accurately transferred to the new system.
• Act as the primary advisor and point of contact for clients, maintaining clear communication and expectation management throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide training and guidance to client HR teams to ensure effective system adoption.
• Support post deployment activities by troubleshooting HR related issues and resolving them in coordination with the support team.
• Work with internal consultants and technical teams to develop custom features or reports needed by public sector HR departments.
• Stay updated with changes in labor regulations or public sector HR rules and suggest adjustments to the system accordingly.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional project teams, ensuring alignment across Finance, HR, IT, and other stakeholders.
• Manage ERP project activities from scoping through design, implementation, go-live, and closure, including risk and issue management.

Experience

• 3 to 5 years of experience in HR systems consulting or HR operations in the public sector
• At least 2 full cycle implementations of HR modules in ERP or enterprise solutions
• Experience working with government clients or large public institutions is highly preferred

Role Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business, or a related field
• Additional certification in HR systems, ERP platforms, or labor law is an advantage

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business, or a related field
• Additional certification in HR systems, ERP platforms, or labor law is an advantage

Language and Computer Skills

• Good command of English in both verbal and written communication
• Arabic proficiency is a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word
• Familiar with HR systems, public sector reporting tools, and document management platforms