Human Resources Specialist

International Schools Group (ISG); Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated HR Specialist to support its vibrant workforce. This role is crucial in ensuring compliance with local regulations while facilitating a smooth onboarding process for new international hires. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to child protection and possess strong communication skills to liaise effectively with employees and government entities. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a supportive environment that values both professional growth and community well-being. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will make a significant impact!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of local regulations in HR.

Responsibilities

• Assist new hires with onboarding and required documents.
• Ensure work permit files are kept up to date.
• Provide support to ISG employees as needed.

Skills

HR Management

Government Relations

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Child Protection

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Balqees Alghamdi, Director of Human Resources and Government Compliance

The HR Specialist is a fundamental and core role within the HR department and is responsible for the key activities required to support all stakeholders. The responsibilities and duties are all aligned with giving accurate and timely advice to all site employees. This role is to assess, anticipate and support all HR-related needs within the organization in line with the standardized agreed processes and regulations.

Position Duties

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Demonstrate a commitment to the safety and security of children and young people (child protection ).
• Acquire and maintain a working knowledge of ISG District organization policies, practices and procedures.
• Conduct provisional reviews for all prospective employees.
• Prepare work permits for dependent employees.
• Liaise with the MoE as required regarding work permits and Ajeers.
• Process monthly payments for Ajeers.
• Ensure that required MoE and MoL documents are kept updated as per their requirements.
• Renew work permits for current employees.
• Assist new hires with the required documents and guidance on attestation/apostille of their degree.
• Issue Ajeers for new and current employees.
• Ensure all work permit files are kept up to date both digital and hard copy.
• Assist new employees with registration of national address through Saudi Postal (SPL) - Register for national address.
• Assist new international hires with onboarding requirements by setting up accounts and arranging (medical test, Absher, bank accounts, driving license etc).
• Assist staff with newborns to obtain required documentation.
• Communicate with international employees regarding drivers license renewals, car registrations, car inspections etc.
• Track iqama status for dependent hire.
• Prepare documentation for new international hire and families arrival to KSA.
• Assist offboarding international employees with police clearance.
• Assist offboarding staff with transferring their car, if other documents are required.
• Coordinate with the vendor to prepare and complete translation documents as required.
• Create and maintain workflow check sheets.
• Provide support to ISG employees as needed.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by your manager and or administrator.
  

Qualifications and Knowledge

The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study (is preferred).
• Extensive knowledge of local regulation with regard to the nature of business.
  

Experience and Skills

The ideal candidate will have:

Experience

• Previous experience in HR or Government Relations.
  

Skills

• Excellent command of English, both written and oral.
• Strong knowledge of national regulations related to HR matters.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
  

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What type of applicant are you?

Eligible applicants are male and female teachers or specialists in their area of non-teaching expertise who are qualified, career Saudi Arabian professionals ...

Eligible applicants are male and female teachers or specialists in their area of non-teaching expertise who are qualified, career Saudi Arabian professionals. We particularly welcome applications from Saudi Nationals as they are under-represented within ISG at this time. For select positions, recent college graduates may be eligible to receive on-the-job training.

I confirm that I am a Saudi National applicant.

Eligible applicants are expatriate teachers or specialists in their area of non-teaching expertise who are qualified professionals and currently reside in Saudi Arabia as a dependent of their spouse. They are non-Saudi nationals who possess the right qualifications and proven experience from their prior career in their home country and meet Saudi Arabian work permit application requirements. Unfortunately, as per Saudi Arabian employment regulations, ISG is unable to consider applications from sponsored children.

I confirm that I am a Dependent applicant.

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Eligible international applicants are female and male administrator or teacher career professionals who are American or British nationals.

Depending on the current visa allowances, sometimes the list of eligible applicants is expanded to include

Irish, Canadian, South African, Australian, New Zealander, French and Spanish nationals also.

Please note that due to Saudi Arabian employment regulations all other nationalities are currently ineligible for consideration.

I confirm that I am an international applicant.

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