Human Resources Operations Specialist (arabic speaker)

HRsource; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 279,000 - 469,000; Full time

Job summary

HRsource in Riyadh seeks a detail-oriented HR professional specializing in HR operations, governance and compliance within the Saudi labor market. You will manage day-to-day operations, ensure KSA Labor Law compliance, and handle Qiwa transactions, Iqama, visa, and WPS reporting.

You will maintain HR policies, support onboarding and offboarding, manage records, address employee relations, monitor compliance metrics, and liaise with government entities to resolve issues, partnering with HRBPs to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration, or related field.
• 4+ years in HR operations with focus on governance and compliance.
• Strong knowledge of KSA Labor Law and Qiwa platform.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR operations, ensuring processes are compliant with KSA Labor Law and aligned with business needs.
• Handle Qiwa platform transactions, including contract management, Iqama-related processes, visa transactions, and Wage Protection System (WPS) reporting.
• Ensure full compliance with GOSI registration, Saudization (Nitaqat) requirements, and MHRSD regulations.
• Maintain and update HR policies to reflect current KSA labor law and internal governance standards.
• Coordinate HR cyclical processes such as onboarding, offboarding, contract renewals, and end-of-service settlements.
• Ensure accurate and timely employee documentation, records management, and audit readiness.
• Support employee relations, disciplinary processes, and grievance handling in line with labor law and company policy.
• Monitor and report on HR compliance metrics, flag risks and recommend corrective actions to management.
• Liaise with government entities (Qiwa, GOSI, MHRSD, Muqeem) to resolve HR-related administrative matters.
• Collaborate with HRBPs and leadership to ensure HR processes support operational and strategic priorities.

Skills

HR operations

Governance

Compliance

Qiwa platform

GOSI

Nitaqat

MHRSD processes

HRIS

Workday

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Qiwa platform

Workday

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented HR professional with strong expertise in HR operations, governance, and compliance within the Saudi labor market.

Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day HR operations, ensuring processes are compliant with KSA Labor Law and aligned with business needs.
• Handle Qiwa platform transactions, including contract management, Iqama-related processes, visa transactions, and Wage Protection System (WPS) reporting.
• Ensure full compliance with GOSI registration, Saudization (Nitaqat) requirements, and Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) regulations.
• Maintain and update HR policies to reflect current KSA labor law and internal governance standards.
• Coordinate and support HR cyclical processes such as onboarding, offboarding, contract renewals, and end-of-service settlements.
• Ensure accurate and timely employee documentation, records management, and audit readiness.
• Support employee relations matters, disciplinary processes, and grievance handling in line with labor law and company policy.
• Monitor and report on HR compliance metrics, flagging risks and recommending corrective actions to management.
• Liaise with government entities (Qiwa, GOSI, MHRSD, Muqeem) to resolve HR-related administrative matters.
• Collaborate with HRBPs and leadership to ensure HR processes support operational and strategic priorities.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in HR Operations, with a strong focus on process, governance, and compliance.
• Solid working knowledge of KSA Labor Law and hands-on experience with Qiwa platform.
• Familiarity with GOSI, Nitaqat/Saudization requirements, and MHRSD processes.
• Experience with HRIS/HR systems (e.g., Workday, SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple HR compliance deliverables.
• Excellent communication skills, with ability to liaise confidently with government bodies and internal stakeholders.
• Discrete, reliable, and solutions-oriented with high professional integrity.