Human Resources Specialist (Saudization)📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Knight Frank MENA is seeking a Human Resources Specialist with a focus on Saudization to join the People and Culture team in Riyadh. This full-time position requires 5-10 years of experience and involves supporting general HR services, HR operations, and government relations activities across Saudi Arabia.

Role Overview

As an integral member of the People and Culture team, the HR Specialist will support the delivery of HR services and projects, alongside HR operations and government relations. This role is responsible for assisting the HR Lead and HR Operations Specialist, executing daily HR administration and government-related processes, and providing advisory services. A key focus is ensuring compliance with Saudi labor laws, Saudization requirements, and company policies. This is a hands-on role requiring accurate and timely processing of employee transactions through government platforms such as QIWA, GOSI, and MUQEEM.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily HR operations, including onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle administration.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure a smooth onboarding experience and compliance with employment requirements.
• Assist with payroll processing, GOSI, benefits administration, and other HR operational activities.
• Manage employee training and development administration, including coordination of local KSA programs.
• Support employee licensing, certifications, and professional membership renewals.
• Maintain accurate HR records, documentation, and reporting across all HR systems and government platforms.
• Provide support for HR projects, system implementations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with translation and preparation of HR and government-related documents in English and Arabic.
• Provide advisory services and problem resolution for government relations processes to ensure compliance.
• Manage external visa processing providers to ensure timely and accurate issuing of visas and employee government documentation.
• Execute and coordinate government relations processes in KSA, ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations.
• Liaise with government entities, regulatory bodies, and external service providers.
• Support government audits, inspections, labor cases, and regulatory interactions.
• Oversee and process government-related requirements including Qiwa, GOSI, Iqama issuance and renewals, and other Saudi platforms.
• Support the business and legal department in obtaining and renewing licenses, registrations, and approvals.
• Stay informed of changes in Saudi labor laws and government regulations and support implementation of required updates.
• Maintain accurate records of all government documentation, submissions, and correspondence.
• Support dispute resolution and urgent PRO matters with government authorities.
• Ensure compliance with Saudization requirements and support reporting obligations.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; CIPD or relevant certification is a plus.
• 5 to 7 years of experience in HR operations and government relations within Saudi Arabia.
• Solid knowledge of Saudi labor law, Saudization requirements, GOSI, and HR compliance frameworks.
• Proven hands-on experience with Saudi government platforms including QIWA, IQAMA systems, and other regulatory portals.
• Practical experience processing employee and company transactions through Saudi government platforms.
• Saudi national is preferred.

Required Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, hands-on approach to operational delivery.
• Strong communication, coordination, and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• High integrity, professionalism, and a strong understanding of the local cultural and regulatory environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
• Fluency in English and Arabic, written and verbal. Other languages are advantageous.
• Flexible attitude towards travelling.