HR Specialist

About the Role

Waad Education is seeking an HR Specialist to manage various human resources operations. This full-time role is based in Jeddah, Makkah Province, and focuses on ensuring compliance with Saudi Labor Law and company policies. The specialist will be responsible for comprehensive payroll management, employee lifecycle processes, and interaction with government HR platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly payroll inputs, including allowances, deductions, overtime, unpaid leave, and other payroll adjustments.
• Coordinate payroll processing and ensure accuracy of employee salary data.
• Handle employee final settlements and End of Service Benefit (EOSB) calculations.
• Manage employee termination, resignation, non-renewal, clearance, and offboarding processes.
• Prepare and maintain employment contracts, renewals, amendments, and employee documentation.
• Manage employee data and HR transactions through the HR system.
• Handle government HR platforms including Qiwa, Mudad, GOSI, Muqeem, and Absher Business.
• Follow up on work permits, Iqama renewals, sponsorship transfers, final exits, and exit/re-entry processes.
• Ensure employee information is accurately updated across HR and government platforms.
• Prepare payroll/WPS-related reports and coordinate with Finance when required.
• Monitor contract expiry dates, probation periods, residency/work permit expirations, and other employee-related deadlines.
• Prepare HR letters, certificates, salary confirmations, and official employee correspondence.
• Maintain accurate employee files and ensure proper documentation and compliance.
• Support employee relations cases and respond to employee inquiries related to payroll, contracts, benefits, and HR procedures.
• Ensure HR operations are compliant with Saudi Labor Law and company policies.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant HR Operations experience.
• Strong experience in payroll, EOS calculations, and employee lifecycle processes.
• Hands-on experience with Saudi government platforms, especially Qiwa, Mudad, GOSI, and Muqeem.
• Good knowledge of Saudi Labor Law.

Required Skills

• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills in Arabic and English.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position located in Jeddah, Makkah Province, within Waad Education. The role requires adherence to company policies and Saudi Labor Law in all HR operations.

Application Process

Candidates meeting the specified requirements are encouraged to apply for this HR Specialist position.