Human Resources Specialist (HR Specialist).

About Waad Education and the Role

Waad Education is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to join our team in a full-time capacity. This role is central to managing various HR functions, ensuring adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements, and providing essential support to all employees.

Key Responsibilities Overview

The Human Resources Specialist will oversee a broad spectrum of HR activities, from payroll and government relations to recruitment, employee support, and compliance. This position requires a proactive approach to maintaining efficient HR operations and accurate record-keeping.

Payroll and Government Relations Management

• Manage and review monthly payroll processes, ensuring accurate calculations for salaries, allowances, deductions, and entitlements.
• Prepare and submit payroll files, monitoring compliance with the Wage Protection System (WPS).
• Monitor attendance, leaves, allowances, and monthly payroll adjustments.
• Manage and update employee information across relevant government platforms.
• Handle employee contracts and government-related HR transactions.
• Follow up on Iqama, visa, renewals, transfers, and other employee-related government requirements.
• Coordinate with government authorities and external service providers to complete required transactions.

Talent Acquisition and Employee Support

• Manage the recruitment process from initial manpower requests through employee onboarding.
• Post vacancies, screen CVs, coordinate interviews, and communicate with candidates.
• Prepare job offers and complete pre-employment and onboarding requirements.
• Handle employee inquiries, requests, complaints, and other HR-related matters.
• Manage employee leaves, resignations, terminations, warnings, and disciplinary procedures.

HR Operations, Compliance, and Reporting

• Ensure compliance with HR policies, procedures, and Saudi labor regulations.
• Manage and administer medical insurance for employees and eligible dependents, including additions, removals, and updates.
• Coordinate with insurance companies and brokers to resolve claims, requests, and coverage-related issues.
• Follow up on medical insurance renewals to ensure continuous coverage.
• Prepare HR reports and data related to payroll, recruitment, employees, insurance, and government transactions.
• Maintain the confidentiality and accuracy of employee records and HR information.
• Provide day-to-day HR support and coordinate with different departments to ensure efficient HR operations.

Candidate Profile and Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant HR experience.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience in payroll, government platforms, government relations, recruitment, employee relations, and medical insurance.
• Good knowledge of Saudi labor laws and HR regulations.