Government Relation Specialist (Saudi only)

About the Role

Le Meridien is seeking a Government Relation Specialist to join their team. This is a full-time position, open to Saudi nationals only, with an experience requirement of 0-1 years. The specialist will play a key role in supporting management and the leadership team with various Human Resources functions and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist management and the leadership team in handling and resolving Human Resources issues.
• Support employees with internal and external transfer requests and procedures.
• Monitor and assist managers/supervisors with hiring processes and related issues.
• Coordinate and conduct applicant screenings, including drug screens, reference checks, background checks, motor vehicle checks, and social security number verification.
• Maintain logs for applicant flow, drug screens, orientation, and transfer requests.
• Create and maintain new hire and personnel files, and accurately enter them into Human Resources Information Systems.
• Assist with the orientation of new employees.
• Monitor all hiring and recruitment processes to ensure compliance with local, state, federal laws, and company policies and standards.
• Ensure accurate maintenance of all employee records and files, such as interview documents and I-9s.
• Support the processing and maintenance of payroll records in accordance with policies and procedures, as required.
• Inform Human Resources management of issues related to employee relations within the division or property.
• Create and maintain organized filing systems.
• Generate Human Resources data reports as necessary.
• Answer phone calls and record messages accurately.
• Create and type office correspondence using computer applications.
• Serve as a Human Resources subject matter expert and participate in project teams.
• Train new hires on Human Resources processes, programs, policies, and information systems.

Work Standards and Professional Conduct

• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean and professional uniform and personal appearance.
• Ensure confidentiality of proprietary information.
• Communicate with others using clear and professional language.
• Prepare and review written documents accurately and completely.
• Answer telephones using appropriate etiquette.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues.
• Support the team in achieving common goals.
• Listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.

Additional Duties

The specialist will perform other reasonable job duties as requested by supervisors.