Senior Human Recourse Specialist

Location: Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Owning Organization: S3 Arabia

Position Overview:
The Senior Human Resources Specialist supports end-to-end workforce administration within the S3 Arabia PMO. This role is responsible for executing compliance-driven HR operations, including employee lifecycle management, government platform administration, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of Saudi labor regulations, Qiwa-based employment processes, and expatriate workforce management, with a focus on accuracy, audit readiness, and operational execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain complete, audit-ready employee records in alignment with KSA labor law and internal compliance standards
• Execute end-to-end onboarding and in-country transfers (Saudi & expat), including:
  Qiwa contract creation and acceptance
  Sponsorship transfer coordination
  GOSI registration and updates
• Serve as the primary HR interface for government platforms, including:
  Qiwa
• General Organization for Social Insurance (GOSI)
  Muqeem
  Absher
• Manage employee lifecycle actions, including:
  Recruiting. Localization, and other Talent Management Functions
  Employee On-Boarding and Corporate Mandatory Employee Training
  Leave administration (annual, sick, unpaid, special leave)
  Probation, quarterly, and annual evaluation tracking/execution
  Contract renewals and non-renewals
  Final settlements coordination and out-processing execution
• Coordinate local recruitment and onboarding activities
• Support employee relations and disciplinary processes, ensuring documentation aligns with Saudi Labor Law and internal policy
• Assist with investigations, including documentation of employee statements and case file management
• Ensure all HR actions are properly documented, traceable, and audit-ready for internal and external compliance reviews
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  Minimum Qualifications:
  
  
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum 2–3 years of HR experience in KSA, preferably supporting a mixed Saudi and expatriate workforce
• Strong working knowledge of:
  Saudi Labor Law
  Qiwa employment contracts and transfers
• GOSI registration and compliance
  Muqeem Resident Management
• Experience managing expatriate employment processes, including sponsorship transfers and Iqama coordination
• Ability to manage multiple HR transactions simultaneously in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work across multinational teams and leadership levels
  Problem-solving ability with a focus on execution and accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Experience with HRIS and timekeeping systems (e.g., Deltek Costpoint preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management
• 4+ years of experience in government-compliant HR operations in KSA
• Experience supporting defense, aviation, or FMS programs
• Familiarity with multi-entity contract structures (e.g., Team GDC ME)
• Understanding of audit requirements (DCAA, ISO 9001) and documentation standards

Medical Examination: Candidates must successfully complete all mandatory medical examinations required to obtain employment.

Criminal Record: To qualify for a Saudi Work Visa, candidates must have a clean criminal record with no prior convictions, as specified by the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Drug and Alcohol Testing: Candidates must pass a drug test to be considered for employment. Additionally, our ATSS program enforces a random drug and alcohol testing policy. Employees will be subject to periodic testing to maintain adherence to our workplace standards and safety regulations.

Compliance with Saudi Labor Law: All employment terms and conditions will be in accordance with Saudi Labor Law. Candidates must be prepared to adhere to these regulations throughout their employment.