HR Specialist

Zimmer Biomet; Al-Kharj; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global medical technology leader in the Riyadh Region is looking for an HR Generalist to manage employee onboarding and ensure compliance with local regulations. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of HR experience, strong knowledge of KSA employment law, and excellent communication skills in English and Arabic. This role offers opportunities for professional development and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Robust employee resource groups

Competitive total rewards

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in HR & Admin role.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer-facing skills.
• Strong knowledge of local employment laws and regulations in KSA.

Responsibilities

• Manage the onboarding process for new employees.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations.
• Oversee various employee-related events.
• Collaborate with external auditors for registrations.
• Prepare and maintain the monthly payroll file.

Skills

Change management

Solid research

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, HR or Management

Job description

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient’s mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds.

As a Zimmer Biomet team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. To support our talent team, we focus on development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a flexible working environment, location specific competitive total rewards, wellness incentives and a culture of recognition and performance awards. We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels included, respected, empowered, and recognized.

What You Can Expect

The HR Generalist plays a role in managing the onboarding process for new employees and addressing ongoing employee requests. This position ensures compliance with local regulations, maintains strong employee relations, and oversees various employee-related events and activities.

How You'll Create Impact

• Manage processes related to visas and work permits for employees and their dependents.

• Oversee the full onboarding experience for new employees, including induction, orientation, provision of IT equipment, insurance enrollment, and legal document signing.

• Ensure timely and accurate processing of employee requests.

• Implement and monitor HR policies and procedures to ensure alignment with company standards and local employment laws.

• Collaborate with external auditors to manage registrations and declarations with government authorities.

• Foster strong employee relations and promote engagement through collaboration and support.

• Plan and coordinate employee events, including team-building activities, CSR initiatives, and annual gatherings.

• Assist with logistics for internal and external events, such as venue booking, ticket arrangements, and catering.

• Prepare and maintain the monthly payroll file, ensuring accuracy for joiners, leavers, additions, and deductions.

• Evaluate and enhance employee benefits while negotiating renewals for insurance, car leasing, and other key contracts.

• Review and renew office-related contracts (office leasing, medical insurance, outsourced employees, etc.) before deadlines.

• Oversee office purchases, ensuring proper approvals are obtained and invoices are verified before processing.

• Work closely with the HR Business Partner (HRBP) and EM HRSD Team Leader to ensure alignment with HR guidelines.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Change management

• Ability to work independently and under pressure

• Solid research, analytical and problem-solving skills

• Negotiation skills and attention to detail

Your Background

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, HR or Management

Professional experience

• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in HR & Admin role with preference to multinational environment

Special expertise

• Excellent interpersonal and customer-facing skills

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

• Strong administration skills

• Strong knowledge of local employment laws and regulations in KSA

Languages

• Fluency in English and Arabic, both spoken and written.

Travel Expectations

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability