Senior HR Specialist

confidential; Al `Ulya; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic and growing organization in Riyadh is seeking a motivated Senior HR Specialist to join their Human Resources team. This role is ideal for a proactive HR professional with 3-5 years of experience ready to take on broader responsibilities. Key tasks include managing recruitment cycles, supporting employee relations, and ensuring compliance with Saudi labor laws. Candidates should hold a relevant Bachelor's degree and possess excellent Arabic and English communication skills, along with proficiency in HRIS and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• 3–5 years of experience in HR Generalist or Specialist role.
• Familiarity with Saudi labor laws and HR best practices is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment cycles for assigned positions.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee inquiries.
• Support implementation of performance appraisal system.

Skills

Excellent Arabic communication

Excellent English communication

Problem-solving

Time-management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems)

Applicant tracking systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

We are a dynamic and growing organization seeking a motivated Senior HR Specialist to join our Human Resources team in Riyadh.

This role is ideal for a proactive HR professional with solid experience, ready to take on broader responsibilities and contribute to strategic HR functions.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruitment & Talent Acquisition:
  • Manage end-to-end recruitment cycles for assigned positions.
  • Utilize various sourcing channels (online portals, social media, referrals) to attract qualified candidates.
  • Conduct interviews, coordinate assessments, and facilitate the hiring process.
• HR Operations & Employee Relations:
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for employee inquiries regarding policies, benefits, and procedures.
  • Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and HR databases.
  • Ensure compliance with Saudi labor laws and internal policies.
• Performance Management & Development:
  • Support the implementation of the performance appraisal system.
  • Assist in identifying training needs and coordinating development programs.
  • Contribute to employee engagement and retention initiatives.
• Compensation & Benefits Support:
  • Assist in the administration of payroll-related data, benefits enrollment, and leave management.
  • Support the HR Manager in compensation benchmarking and analysis.
• Reporting & Administration:
  • Prepare HR reports on key metrics such as turnover, recruitment status, and training.
  • Help document and improve HR processes and workflows.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: 3–5 years of hands-on experience in a similar HR Generalist or Specialist role.
• Technical Skills: Experience using HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems) and applicant tracking systems.
• Familiarity with Saudi labor law and HR best practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Soft Skills: Excellent Arabic and English communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Problem-solving attitude and high attention to detail.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.