HR Associate

Swiss Hospitality Company; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking an HR Associate to support HR operations, recruitment, and employee inquiries. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, 1-2 years of experience in HR operations, and be bilingual in Arabic and English. Responsibilities include daily HR tasks, maintaining employee records, and ensuring compliance with labor regulations. This role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to handle confidential information professionally.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in an HR role or HR operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Willingness to learn and support multiple HR tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Support daily HR operations and administrative activities.
• Coordinate with Finance on payroll inputs and employee data updates.
• Ensure HR processes comply with internal policies and local labor regulations.

Skills

Bilingual: Arabic and English

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to handle confidential information

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

We are looking for an HR Associate who is operationally strong, creative, and resilient under pressure, supporting both employees and the organization. The ideal candidate is proactive, contributes ideas to improve HR processes and employee experience, and remains composed in fast‑paced situations.

Key Responsibilities

• HR Operations & Administration
  • Support daily HR operations and administrative activities.
  • Maintain accurate employee records, files, and HR databases.
  • Prepare HR letters, contracts, and employment documentation.
• Recruitment & Onboarding
  • Support recruitment activities, interviews, and candidate communications.
  • Support onboarding processes including documentation, system setup, and orientation.
  • Assist in background checks and pre‑employment requirements.
• Employee Support & Coordination
  • Act as a point of contact for basic HR‑related employee inquiries.
  • Support attendance tracking, leave management, and HR system updates.
  • Coordinate with Finance on payroll inputs and employee data updates.
• Compliance & Documentation
  • Ensure HR processes comply with internal policies and local labor regulations.
  • Support audits by maintaining organized and up‑to‑date HR documentation.
  • Assist in implementing HR policies and procedures.
• HR Projects & Support
  • Support HR initiatives, reports, and ad‑hoc projects as required.
  • Assist in data collection and basic HR reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in an HR role or HR operations.
• Bilingual: Arabic and English (spoken and written).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.
• Willingness to learn and support multiple HR tasks simultaneously.
• Based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with full‑time, in‑office availability.

Who We’re Looking For

• A creative and proactive HR professional who brings ideas and initiative.
• Someone who remains calm, reliable, and effective in high‑pressure situations.
• A team player who genuinely supports employees while representing company interests.
• A professional who values structure, fairness, and positive workplace culture.