About the Role
Dar wa Emaar is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Employee Relations Specialist to join its Human Resources team. This full-time position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and is designed for an early-career professional looking to develop expertise in managing employee relations within the Saudi Arabian context. The Employee Relations Specialist will serve as a primary point of contact for employee concerns, ensuring a positive and compliant work environment by upholding labor laws and company policies.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the initial point of contact for all employee concerns, grievances, and workplace issues, providing guidance and support.
- Conduct thorough, fair, timely, and confidential investigations into employee complaints to ensure resolution and adherence to policies.
- Ensure strict compliance with all aspects of the Saudi Labor Law and internal Human Resources policies and procedures.
- Manage and prepare employee contracts via the Qiwa platform, including processing new hires, contract renewals, and amendments, ensuring accuracy and full compliance.
- Monitor and ensure the organization's adherence to Saudization (Tawteen) requirements, including tracking Nitaqat status and contributing to initiatives aimed at meeting localization targets.
- Support the effective management of disciplinary processes, which may include issuing warnings, managing terminations, and handling appeals, ensuring all documentation is properly maintained.
- Provide expert advice and guidance to managers on various employee relations matters, including addressing performance issues and behavioral concerns.
- Maintain accurate and organized records of all employee relations activities and prepare comprehensive reports as needed.
- Liaise and coordinate with legal advisors on complex employee relations cases when necessary to ensure appropriate legal counsel is obtained.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
- 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in Employee Relations or Human Resources, with a preference for experience within the real estate or construction sectors in Saudi Arabia.
- Strong knowledge of Saudi Labor Law, proficiency with the Qiwa platform and its processes, and a solid understanding of Saudization (Tawteen/Nitaqat) regulations.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost professionalism and discretion.
- Fluency in both Arabic and English, with excellent written and spoken communication skills in both languages.
Required Skills
- Employee Relations
- HR Policies
- Saudi Labor Law
- Qiwa Platform
- Saudization (Tawteen) and Nitaqat regulations
- Disciplinary Processes
- Record Keeping
- Confidentiality
- Professionalism
Work Environment and Location
This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role requires 0-1 years of experience, offering an opportunity for individuals starting their careers in employee relations.