HR Executive Cum Government Relations Officer

About the Role

IHG Hotels & Resorts is seeking an HR Executive Cum Government Relations Officer to join the team at Holiday Inn Riyadh Rose Yard. This full-time role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and requires 2-5 years of experience. The successful candidate will support daily Human Resources operations, ensuring compliance with IHG standards and Saudi labor regulations, while also managing government relations processes.

Role Context and Contribution

The HR Executive Cum Government Relations Officer will work closely with the Human Resources Manager to deliver efficient HR services and foster a positive colleague experience. This position is central to coordinating HR administration, recruitment, payroll support, colleague engagement, and employee relations, while also ensuring all government-related HR processes adhere to local regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily HR operations, including maintaining colleague records, personnel files, and HR documentation.
• Coordinate recruitment activities, such as job postings, interview scheduling, onboarding, and new colleague orientation.
• Assist in preparing employment contracts, HR letters, certificates, and other employee documentation.
• Support payroll preparation by verifying attendance, leave records, overtime, and payroll inputs.
• Maintain accurate HR data and ensure timely updates within HR information systems.
• Assist with employee relations matters and respond to colleague inquiries professionally and confidentially.
• Coordinate colleague engagement activities, recognition programs, and internal events that promote IHG culture and values.
• Support government-related HR processes and ensure compliance with Saudi labor regulations and company policies.
• Prepare HR reports, employee statistics, and documentation required for audits and management reporting.
• Coordinate with department heads to ensure effective communication of HR policies, procedures, and initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee information and ensure proper handling of sensitive HR records.
• Perform other Human Resources-related duties as assigned by the Human Resources Manager.

Experience and Qualifications

Candidates should possess 2-5 years of relevant experience in Human Resources. A strong understanding of HR administration, recruitment processes, payroll support, and employee relations is required. Familiarity with Saudi labor regulations and compliance procedures is essential for this role.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based at the Holiday Inn Riyadh Rose Yard in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves working within a hotel environment, collaborating with various departments and colleagues to maintain efficient HR operations and a positive workplace culture.

Application Information

The salary for this position will be disclosed during the application process. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply to join IHG Hotels & Resorts.