Senior HR Specialist: Saudi Compliance & Expat Onboarding

Team GDC ME; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 167,400 - 223,200; Full time

Job summary

Team GDC ME is looking for a Senior Human Resources Specialist to support end-to-end workforce administration within the S3 Arabia PMO in Riyadh. This role involves executing compliance-driven HR operations, managing employee lifecycle actions, and coordinating with various stakeholders. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in HR or related fields with 2-3 years of relevant experience in KSA, especially in expatriate workforce management. Knowledge of Saudi labor laws and HRIS systems is crucial.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of HR experience in KSA.
• Strong knowledge of Qiwa, GOSI, and Muqeem processes.
• Proficiency in managing multiple HR transactions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain audit-ready employee records.
• Execute onboarding and in-country transfers.
• Serve as the primary HR interface for government platforms.
• Manage employee lifecycle actions and HR documentation.

Skills

Saudi Labor Law

Qiwa employment contracts

GOSI registration

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving ability

Microsoft Office

HRIS systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Job description

Team GDC ME is looking for a Senior Human Resources Specialist to support end-to-end workforce administration within the S3 Arabia PMO in Riyadh. This role involves executing compliance-driven HR operations, managing employee lifecycle actions, and coordinating with various stakeholders. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in HR or related fields with 2-3 years of relevant experience in KSA, especially in expatriate workforce management. Knowledge of Saudi labor laws and HRIS systems is crucial.