Senior Human Resources Specialist

KAFAAT Recruitment; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Saudi Arabia seeks a Senior Human Resources Specialist to provide advanced HR support across multiple areas including employee relations, recruitment, and performance management. This role involves managing complex HR issues and contributes to strategic initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in HR or Business, 5+ years of HR experience, and strong knowledge of HR principles and local labor laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field.
• +5 years of HR experience.
• HR certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on HR policies and manage employee relations cases.
• Lead end-to-end recruitment processes and support onboarding activities.
• Assist in performance evaluation processes.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies.
• Assist in compensation analysis and benefits administration.
• Identify training needs and coordinate employee development programs.
• Lead or participate in strategic HR projects.

Skills

Strong knowledge of HR principles

Excellent interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency in HRIS/ATS systems

Education

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

+5 years of progressive HR experience

HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP)

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Position Summary

One of our clients are seeking a Senior Human Resources Specialist who is responsible for delivering advanced HR support across multiple functional areas, including employee relations, recruitment, performance management, compensation, benefits, and compliance. This role serves as a trusted advisor to employees and managers, ensures HR policies are applied consistently, and contributes to strategic HR initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

1. Employee Relations & HR Advisory

• Provide expert guidance to managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Manage complex employee relations cases, investigations, conflict resolution, and performance issues.
• Promote a positive work environment and support employee engagement initiatives.

2. Recruitment & Talent Management

• Lead end-to-end recruitment for mid- to senior-level positions.
• Partner with hiring managers to develop job descriptions, selection criteria, and recruitment strategies.
• Support onboarding activities to ensure a strong candidate-to-employee transition.

3. Performance Management

• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of performance evaluation processes.
• Coach managers on delivering feedback and improving team performance.
• Analyze performance-related data to identify trends and improvement areas.

4. HR Policy, Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure HR practices comply with labor laws, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Update and maintain HR policies, handbooks, and SOPs.
• Prepare HR reports and metrics (turnover, attendance, performance, etc.).

5. Total Rewards (Compensation & Benefits)

• Assist in salary benchmarking, job evaluations, and compensation analysis.
• Support benefits administration, including communication, enrollment, and employee queries.
• Ensure accuracy and confidentiality of employee compensation data.

6. Learning & Development

• Identify training needs and support the coordination of employee development programs.
• Facilitate workshops, orientations, and HR-related training sessions.
• Support leadership development and succession planning initiatives.

7. HR Projects & Continuous Improvement

• Lead or participate in strategic HR projects such as digital transformation, employee engagement, and process optimization.
• Contribute insights to improve HR processes, efficiency, and service delivery.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• +5 years of progressive HR experience.
• HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP) is an advantage.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of HR principles, local labor laws, and best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with professionalism.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with HR metrics.
• Proficiency in HRIS/ATS systems and MS Office Suite.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in specific HR areas (e.g., employee relations, compensation, learning & development).
• Ability to lead projects and implement process improvements.