Senior HR Generalist - Saudi Arabia (Retail)

Edge Resourcing; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Edge Resourcing is seeking a HR Executive for a Retail Group office in Saudi Arabia. The position involves recruitment, HR administration, and compliance with local labor laws. Successful candidates will possess strong business acumen, interpersonal skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. A minimum of 5 years of HR Generalist experience is required, and retail background is preferred. The role reports to the Head of HR in Dubai, and candidates must have a transferable visa.

Qualifications

• 5+ years HR Generalist experience required.
• Candidate must have a transferable visa.
• Retail experience is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Identify potential candidates and screen resumes.
• Conduct telephonic interviews and recommend candidates.
• Manage HR administrative tasks like payroll and visa processing.

Skills

Strong business acumen

Interpersonal skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel)

Experience in Saudi Arabia market

Job description

Edge Resourcing is searching for a HR Executive to work for a Retail Group for their office in Saudi Arabia. The role is standalone and reports to the Head of HR based in the Dubai office.

Responsibilities:

Recruitment;
Be involved in the recruitment for the company by identifying potential candidates, screening resumes, conducting telephonic interviews and recommending candidates for the next stage in the process. Develop sourcing strategies for identifying new talent. Liaise with line managers at all stages in the recruitment process and ensure all positions are posted internally and externally.

HR Generalist Duties;
HR administrative work (keeping records updated, filing etc.), payroll, visa processing and transfers, employee relations and other HR duties as and when required.

Key Competencies:
• Candidates must be based in Saudi Arabia with a transferable visa.
• 5+ years HR Generalist experience.
• Strong business acumen & interpersonal skills.
• Experience and knowledge of the Saudi Arabia market in terms of labour laws, processes and Saudization.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office packages in particular excel.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Retail experience is preferred but not essential.

About The Company

Edge Resourcing was established in the United Arab Emirates in 2008. We have taken care in our growth and have kept our corporate values throughout.

Edge Resourcing is led by a specialist team of Recruitment Consultants, each of whom have experience of working in and a sound knowledge of the local market place. We have gradually expanded our horizons and now offer specialist services within the Middle East Retail sector. Our aim is to provide a thorough and honest service to both our candidates and clients, making sure that we only take on work which we feel we can service to the correct level of satisfaction required.

We currently offer professional and tailored contingency and retained search services to the following specialist sectors of the market:
Retail
Accountancy and Finance
Office Support
Human Resources
Sales and Marketing
Legal

Our aim is to continue to position ourselves in the market as one of the most consistent and successful suppliers of manpower. We strive to make things happen and make a difference to your business and career. Success isn’t just about putting people into jobs, but about giving you an honest, personal service. Whether you are a client or a candidate, our aim is to find out exactly what it is that you are looking for, rather than push you to settle for your second choice.