Human Resources Specialist

About EWAA Hotels

EWAA Hotels is a hospitality group with 80 properties across 14 cities in Saudi Arabia, including brands such as Grand Plaza Hotels & Resorts, Al Muhaidb Hotels & Residence, and EWAA Express Hotels. The group provides hospitality services for both business and personal needs, offering amenities such as conference halls, exhibition centers, and catering. EWAA Hotels focuses on investing in its human capital and delivering guest experiences.

About the Role

EWAA Hotels is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves supporting and implementing human resources operations across the EWAA Hotels Group. The specialist will ensure compliance with company policies, hospitality industry standards, and applicable Saudi Labor Law, covering areas such as employee relations, personnel administration, attendance management, onboarding, and HR reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily HR operations and personnel administration for hotel employees.
• Coordinate recruitment activities, including CV screening, interview scheduling, and hiring procedure follow-ups.
• Prepare employment contracts, offer letters, employee files, and other HR documentation.
• Coordinate employee onboarding, orientation, and probation period evaluations.
• Monitor employee attendance, leave balances, overtime, and shift schedules in coordination with hotel management.
• Handle employee relations, inquiries, grievances, and disciplinary documentation in accordance with company policies.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in the HR system.
• Coordinate with payroll and finance teams regarding salary changes, employee deductions, and payroll-related information.
• Monitor employment contract renewals, probation deadlines, and other personnel-related requirements.
• Support performance appraisal processes, employee training, and development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi Labor Law and relevant employment regulations.
• Prepare periodic HR reports covering headcount, turnover, attendance, recruitment, and employee status.
• Coordinate with hotel department heads to address staffing needs and HR operational issues.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in Human Resources, preferably within the hotel or hospitality industry.
• Good knowledge of Saudi Labor Law and HR regulations.
• Experience in HR operations, personnel administration, employee relations, and recruitment coordination.
• Familiarity with attendance systems, payroll coordination, employee records, and HR documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR management systems.

Required Skills

• Good command of English, both written and spoken.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple HR tasks efficiently.
• High level of confidentiality, accuracy, and professionalism.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves working within the human resources department to support the operations of EWAA Hotels Group.