Human Resources Specialist // BLR WORLD

JOB DESCRIPTION

Human Resources (HR) Specialist (based in UAE or Qatar or KSA)

About BLR

BLR WORLD is an award-winning talent consultancy for the culture, entertainment and events sectors, enabling organisations to plan, staff and operate unique permanent and temporary visitor experiences with the very best people.

Our core services are HR Consultancy, Recruitment, Training, and Operations. We find brilliant people, create high performing teams, design environments and training to help them thrive, then manage them seamlessly on the ground. The result? One-of-a-kind experiences delivered by energised and enthusiastic teams, exceeding the highest standards

About the role

We are looking for an Human Resources (HR) Specialist to support HR operations across BLR WORLD's core team and project teams, with a particular focus on KSA and Qatar HR needs. The role will coordinate employee lifecycle administration, HR documentation, compliance, onboarding and offboarding, probation and performance tracking, and People Development support for the Core BLR WORLD team. Candidates may be based in KSA, Abu Dhabi, Qatar or Dubai; however, regardless of base location, the role will follow a Sunday to Thursday working week to align with KSA and Qatar operations.

Responsibilities

HR Operations & Compliance

• Manage employee lifecycle (onboarding, contracts, probation, confirmation, offboarding)

• Draft employment contracts, offer letters, addendums, and HR letters

• Ensure compliance with UAE, KSA and Qatar HR requirements, labour regulations, and internal policies

• Maintain HRMS records and support future HR systems integration

• Maintain employee records in accordance with legal standards

• Support payroll coordination and WPS compliance

• Support employee benefits and compensation administration

• Maintain record of passport, visa and insurance renewals

• Maintain record of employee's attendance, leave and sickness

• Create and update Company policies and set of procedures

• Monitor HR regulatory updates across UAE, KSA and Qatar and support preparation for new office/project openings

• Manage different types of contractual terms based on project nature

• Create contracts, and all legal documents in compliance with Labor Law

• Oversee visa application, work permit, health insurance

• Oversee documentations, Salary Certificate, NOC, etc.

• Coordinate probation reviews, performance reviews, and assessment tracking

Government Portals & Immigration

• Manage UAE portals (MOHRE, GDRFA, ICP, WPS systems)

• Manage Saudi portals (Qiwa, GOSI, Mudad, Muqeem, Absher Business)

• Oversee visa processing, work permits, Iqama renewals, Saudization & Emiratisation compliance

• Oversee Qatar Portals (QFC)

• Coordinate with PROs and immigration vendors

Policy & Governance

• Draft and update HR policies and employee handbook

• Ensure alignment with GCC labour regulations, with focus on UAE, KSA and Qatar requirements

• Support audit preparation and compliance reporting
  

Performance Management

• Support performance review cycles and OKR

• Assist in probation assessments

• Maintain performance documentation and KPI tracking
  

People Development & Core Team Support

• Support People Development initiatives for the Core BLR WORLD team, including development plans, skills-gap tracking and learning follow-up

• Coordinate training needs analysis with line managers and maintain learning and development records

• Support the rollout of internal development sessions, workshops, mentorship activities and HR-led learning initiatives

• Track completion of probation objectives, performance goals, development actions and follow-up commitments

• Support employee engagement, wellbeing and culture initiatives aligned with BLR WORLD's people-first approach

• Prepare people development updates, reports and trackers for HR leadership and management review

Employee Relations

• Provide structured HR advisory support to employees, managers and project teams

• Handle disciplinary documentation and investigations

• Ensure structured and legally compliant employee communication

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, related field or CIPD qualification (Level 3/5 preferred) or equivalent HR certification

• Minimum 4–6 years GCC HR experience

• Strong working knowledge of:
  

  • UAE Labour Law

  • Saudi Labour Law
    Government portals UAE, KSA and Qatar

  • UAE immigration and labour portals

• Experience drafting contracts and policies

• Strong documentation and compliance mindset

• Experience supporting KSA and Qatar HR operations is preferred

• Ability to coordinate HR work across different base locations and operate Sunday to Thursday in line with KSA/Qatar working patterns

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to build positive relationships with employees and stakeholders.

• Excellent leadership and mentorship skills.

• Crisis Management

• Emotional intelligence and empathy.

• Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills.

Hard Skills

• Knowledge of HR laws and regulations.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Experience in employee benefits and compensation design and implementation.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and HR software.

Location & Commitments

• Full-time, contracted role.

• Working days will be Sunday to Thursday, to support KSA and Qatar HR needs.

• Candidates may be based in KSA, Abu Dhabi, Qatar or Dubai, subject to business and legal requirements.

• Work 5 days a week, 9 hours a day, including a 1-hour lunch break, with flexibility according to project and regional requirements.

• Office-based, hybrid or project-based attendance may be required depending on business needs and the employee's approved base location.

• The role will support KSA and Qatar HR requirements, while also coordinating with the wider BLR WORLD HR function and Core team as needed.