Human Resources Specialist

Knight Frank Middle East; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Knight Frank LLP in Riyadh is seeking an HR Specialist to support HR services, operations, and government relations across Saudi Arabia. The role involves delivering projects, day-to-day administration, and ensuring compliance with Saudi labour laws, Saudization, and company policies.

This hands-on role interfaces with managers and government authorities to process transactions via QIWA, GOSI, IQAMA and other platforms, coordinate visas, licenses, and audits, and maintain accurate records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration or related field (CIPD or relevant certification is a plus).
• 5 to 7 years of experience in HR operations and government relations within Saudi Arabia.
• Solid knowledge of Saudi labour law, Saudization requirements, GOSI, and HR compliance frameworks.
• Proven hands-on experience with Saudi government platforms including QIWA, IQAMA systems, and other regulatory portals.
• Practical experience processing employee and company transactions through Saudi government platforms and coordinating with authorities when required.

Responsibilities

• HR Operations & Support: onboarding, offboarding, employee lifecycle administration; payroll processing coordination; benefits administration; training administration; licenses and memberships renewals.
• Government Relations & Compliance: advisory on government processes; manage visa processing provider; ensure compliance with labor laws; Saudization reporting; liaise with government entities; support audits and regulatory interactions.

Skills

HR operations

Government relations

Saudi labour law

GOSI

QIWA

IQAMA

Communication

English & Arabic

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Posted on 06/13/2026

As an integral member of the People and Culture team, the HR Specialist will support the delivery of general HR services and projects, as well as HR operations and government relations activities across Saudi Arabia. The role is responsible for supporting the HR Lead and HR Operations Specialist with the delivery of HR projects, in addition to executing day-to-day HR administration and government-related processes and providing advisory services, ensuring compliance with Saudi labour laws regulations, Saudization requirements, and company policies.

This is a hands‑on people interfacing role with a strong focus on the accurate and timely processing of employee‑related transactions through government platforms such as QIWA, GOSI, MUQEEM and other regulatory systems. The HR Specialist will work closely with managers, external service providers, and government authorities to support government‑related processes, visa and government documentation requirements, HR compliance activities, and general HR operations.

The successful candidate will have strong experience in general HR services, operations and government portals, with a proactive approach to problem‑solving and service delivery.

Responsibilities

HR Operations & Support

• Support the HR team in delivering day‑to‑day HR operations, including onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle administration.
  
• Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure smooth onboarding experience for new joiners and compliance with all employment requirements.
  
• Support payroll processing, GOSI, benefits administration, and HR operational activities in coordination with relevant teams.
  
• Manage employee training and development administration, including coordination of local KSA programs such as COOP, TAMHEER, and related initiatives.
  
• Support employee licensing, certifications, and professional membership renewals (e.g., RICS, TAQEEM, REGA).
  
• Ensure accurate HR records, documentation, and reporting across all HR systems and government platforms.
  
• Provide support for HR projects, system implementations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  
• Assist with translation and preparation of HR and government‑related documents in English and Arabic.
  
• Perform other HR and operational duties as required to support business needs.
  
• Other tasks as required.
  

Government Relations & Compliance

• Provide advisory services to the business in relation to government relations processes to ensure compliance.
  
• Provide problem resolution in relation to government relations processes and challenges.
  
• Manage the external visa processing provider to ensure timely and accurate issuing of visas, labor contracts, and employee government documentation.
  
• Execute and coordinate government relations processes in KSA, ensuring compliance with applicable labor laws and regulatory requirements.
  
• Liaise with government entities, regulatory bodies, and external service providers to support the timely completion of government related processes.
  
• Support government audits, inspections, labor cases and regulatory interactions as required.
  
• Oversee and process all government‑related requirements including, but not limited to Qiwa, GOSI, Iqama issuance and renewals, and other relevant Saudi platforms.
  
• Support the business and legal department in obtaining and renewing licenses, registrations, and approvals from government authorities.
  
• Stay informed of changes in Saudi labour laws and government regulations, support implementation of required updates.
  
• Maintain accurate records of all government documentation, submissions, and correspondence.
  
• Support dispute resolution, urgent PRO matters, and escalations with government authorities in a timely manner.
  
• Ensure compliance with Saudization requirements and support reporting and tracking obligations.
  

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field (CIPD or relevant certification is a plus).
  
• 5 to 7 years of experience in HR operations, and government relations within Saudi Arabia.
  
• Solid knowledge of Saudi labour law, Saudization requirements, GOSI, and HR compliance frameworks.
  
• Proven hands‑on experience with Saudi government platforms including QIWA, IQAMA systems, and other regulatory portals.
  
• Practical experience processing employee and company transactions through Saudi government platforms and coordinating with relevant authorities when required.
  
• Strong problem‑solving skills with a proactive, hands‑on approach to operational delivery.
  
• Strong communication, coordination, and organizational skills with attention to detail.
  
• High integrity, professionalism, and strong understanding of local cultural and regulatory environment.
  
• Microsoft Office programs to a proficient level.
  
• Fluency in English and Arabic, written and verbal, also other languages is advantageous.
  
• Flexible attitude towards travelling.
  

About Company

Knight Frank LLP is the leading independent global property consultancy. Headquartered in London, the Knight Frank network has 740+ offices across 50+ territories and more than 27,000 people. The Group advises clients ranging from individual owners and buyers to major developers, investors, and corporate tenants. For further information about the Firm, please visit www.knightfrank.com.In the MENA region, we have strategically positioned offices in key countries such as the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, and Egypt. For almost 2 decades, we have been offering integrated residential and commercial real estate services, including transactional support, consultancy, and management.Understanding the unique intricacies of local markets is at the core of what we do, we blend this understanding with our global resources to provide you with tailored solutions that meet your specific needs. At Knight Frank, excellence, innovation, and a genuine focus on our clients drive everything we do. We are not just consultants; we are trusted partners in property ready to support you on your real estate journey, no matter the scale of your endeavour.