Senior HR Advisor

About Efficio

Efficio is a specialist procurement and supply chain consultancy that focuses on delivering sustainable, measurable value for clients. With a global presence across Europe, North America, and the Middle East, the company's diverse team supports leading organizations on complex and high-impact programs.

The Role of Senior HR Advisor

Efficio is seeking a Senior HR Advisor to join its Riyadh office in Saudi Arabia. This is a strategic, hands-on, and collaborative contract role designed to support the growing business in the region. The Senior HR Advisor will act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, managers, and employees, translating business priorities into practical, people-focused solutions. The role combines strategic business partnering with hands-on delivery across various HR functions, requiring presence in the office three days per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Build trusted relationships with leaders, managers, and employees in Saudi Arabia, serving as the primary contact for people matters.
• Translate business plans, workforce needs, organizational risks, and local regulatory requirements, including Saudization, into clear people plans.
• Coach managers on team dynamics, feedback, employee development, and sensitive conversations.
• Manage employee relations matters with sound judgment, appropriate documentation, confidentiality, and consistency.
• Provide practical guidance on Saudi Labour Law, its Implementing Regulations, Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development requirements, company policy, and HR best practices, engaging legal counsel when necessary.
• Support managers on performance, conduct, probation, grievance, leave, and workplace support matters.
• Oversee end-to-end HR operations, including onboarding/offboarding administration, employee contracts, background checks, absence/leave administration, and employee requests/verifications.
• Manage Qiwa and GOSI requirements, including employee registration and government portal actions, coordinating with the GRO where relevant.
• Coordinate payroll-related HR administration with Finance and payroll providers, ensuring accurate and timely employee data.
• Maintain HRIS records and employee data, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with local requirements.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition, Finance, and the global People team on workforce planning, talent, reward, and organizational change initiatives.
• Utilize people data and employee feedback to identify trends, mitigate risks, and improve the employee experience.
• Contribute to scalable policies, processes, manager guidance, and local engagement initiatives across the Saudi Arabia business.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience of 2-5 years in a relevant HR role.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, balancing strategic priorities with hands-on operational delivery.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in using HRIS and people data.
• Discreet, proactive, and highly organized, with the ability to handle sensitive information appropriately.

Work Environment and Location

This contract position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The Senior HR Advisor is expected to work from the office three days per week.