HR Lead (Generalist)

Adaapjobs; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 167,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

A Riyadh-based HR Lead (Generalist) position is available in a Confidential organization, posted via AdaapJobs. The role covers end-to-end talent acquisition, Saudization compliance, labor-law interfaces, and payroll support. You will manage multi-national staff and liaise with Qiwa, Muqeem, and Muqeem platforms.

The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years in HR, a Bachelor’s in a relevant field, and bilingual English/Arabic proficiency. Immediate joining and onsite work in Riyadh are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Fluency in English and Arabic (bilingual) required.
• Experience managing mixed-nationality workforces and government interfaces in KSA.
• 3-5 years of relevant HR experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end Talent Acquisition, including bulk recruitment for front-line retail roles and pipeline maintenance.
• Oversee KSA compliance: Saudization quotas, contracts on Qiwa, Iqama/visas via Muqeem, and Saudi Labor Law adherence.
• Handle onboarding, induction, HR administration (offers, contracts, certificates), and structured offboarding/final settlements.
• Serve as primary point of contact for employee grievances, engagement initiatives, and local policy guidance.
• Verify payroll data and support performance appraisals.

Skills

HR Generalist

Talent Acquisition

Retail Recruitment

Saudization

Nitaqat

Qiwa

Muqeem

Saudi Labor Law

Employee Relations

Payroll Administration

Performance Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

# HR Lead (Generalist)Confidential Company4.5 Rating 2 Comments 3 Likes### Job Details**Category:** Human Resources / Personnel Management**Work Type:** Full Time**Work Mode:** Onsite**Work Shift:** Day**Department:** Human Resources & Administration**Openings:** 1**Location:** Riyadh, Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia**Experience:** 3 - 5 Years**Joining Time:** Immediate**Working Days:** 5#### Job DescriptionAn organization in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is seeking an HR Lead (Generalist) with specific background in the retail, FMCG, or distribution sector. The role encompasses end-to-end talent acquisition, KSA labor law and government platform compliance (Saudization, Qiwa, Muqeem), personnel operations, employee relations, and payroll/performance support. Additional Requirements: Mandatory bilingual fluency (English & Arabic) Experience managing mixed-nationality workforces and government interfaces in KSA How to Apply: Apply through AdaapJobs#### Key ResponsibilitiesTalent Acquisition & Recruitment: Manage end-to-end hiring, bulk recruitment drives for front-line retail roles, and candidate pipeline maintenance. KSA Compliance & Labor Law: Monitor Saudization (Nitaqat) quotas, manage contracts on Qiwa, oversee Iqama/visas via Muqeem, and ensure adherence to Saudi Labor Law. Employee Lifecycle & Operations: Handle onboarding, induction, HR administration (offer letters, contracts, certificates), and structured offboarding/final settlements. Employee Relations & Culture: Act as primary point of contact for employee grievances, conflict resolution, engagement initiatives, and local policy guidance. Payroll & Performance Support: Verify personnel data for payroll processing and execute employee performance appraisals.---### Requirements & Hiring**Preferred Titles:** HR Lead, HR Generalist, Human Resources Manager, Senior HR Executive, HR Business Partner**Min Education:** Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field**English Proficiency:** Basic**Gender Preference:** Any**Interview Mode:** In Person#### Skills RequiredHR GeneralistTalent AcquisitionRetail RecruitmentSaudizationNitaqatQiwaMuqeemSaudi Labor LawEmployee RelationsPayroll AdministrationPerformance Management