Human Resources Operations Specialist (Arabic Speaker)

HR Operations Specialist Our client is looking for a detail-oriented HR professional with strong expertise in HR operations, governance, and compliance within the Saudi labor market. Responsibilities: - Manage day-to-day HR operations, ensuring processes are compliant with KSA Labor Law and aligned with business needs. - Handle Qiwa platform transactions, including contract management, Iqama-related processes, visa transactions, and Wage Protection System (WPS) reporting. - Ensure full compliance with GOSI registration, Saudization (Nitaqat) requirements, and Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) regulations. - Maintain and update HR policies to reflect current KSA labor law and internal governance standards. - Coordinate and support HR cyclical processes such as onboarding, offboarding, contract renewals, and end-of-service settlements. - Ensure accurate and timely employee documentation, records management, and audit readiness. - Support employee relations matters, disciplinary processes, and grievance handling in line with labor law and company policy. - Monitor and report on HR compliance metrics, flagging risks and recommending corrective actions to management. - Liaise with government entities (Qiwa, GOSI, MHRSD, Muqeem) to resolve HR-related administrative matters. - Collaborate with HRBPs and leadership to ensure HR processes support operational and strategic priorities. Key Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field. - 4+ years of experience in HR Operations, with a strong focus on process, governance, and compliance. - Solid working knowledge of KSA Labor Law and hands-on experience with Qiwa platform. - Familiarity with GOSI, Nitaqat/Saudization requirements, and MHRSD processes. - Experience with HRIS/HR systems (e.g., Workday, SAP, Oracle, or similar). - Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple HR compliance deliverables. - Excellent communication skills, with ability to liaise confidently with government bodies and internal stakeholders. - Discrete, reliable, and solutions-oriented with high professional integrity.