Location: Saudi Arabia
Company: Abwaab
Nationality: Saudi Only
About Abwaab
Abwaab is a leading edtech company transforming the way students learn across the Middle East. We are on a mission to provide accessible, high-quality education through innovative digital solutions. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented HR Specialist to support and execute full-spectrum HR operations in Saudi Arabia.
Role Overview
The HR Specialist will be responsible for end-to-end HR operations, covering the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, HR administration, government relations, payroll coordination, employee relations, and compliance. This role ensures that all HR processes are efficient, compliant with Saudi labor laws, and aligned with business needs.
Key Responsibilities
Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
- Partner with hiring managers to understand hiring needs and workforce plans
- Coordinate and support full-cycle recruitment (posting, screening, interviews, offers)
- Ensure timely and effective hiring aligned with business goals
Onboarding & Offboarding
- Manage onboarding processes to ensure a smooth employee experience
- Handle offboarding processes including exit interviews, clearance, and documentation
- Ensure proper documentation and system updates for all employee movements
Employee Relations
- Act as the first point of contact for employee inquiries and concerns
- Support conflict resolution and employee relations cases
- Promote a positive work environment and employee engagement initiatives
Government Relations & Compliance
- Ensure full compliance with Saudi labor law and company policies
- Manage GOSI, Qiwa, Muqeem, visas (if applicable), and all government platforms
- Maintain compliance records and support audits when required
HR Operations & Administration
- Manage day-to-day HR operations and ensure accuracy of employee records
- Prepare, review, and maintain contracts, letters, and all HR documentation
- Maintain HR systems, trackers, and personnel files with high confidentiality
- Oversee attendance, leave management, and employee data updates
Compensation, Benefits & Payroll
- Support payroll preparation by validating employee data and changes
- Coordinate with finance and payroll vendors to ensure timely salary processing
- Administer employee benefits (medical insurance, allowances, etc.)
- Support compensation benchmarking and salary reviews
HR Policies & Organizational Development
- Support implementation and communication of HR policies and procedures
- Assist in performance management cycles and employee evaluations
- Identify training needs and support learning & development initiatives
Vendor & Stakeholder Management
- Manage relationships with external vendors (insurance, payroll, recruitment agencies)
- Monitor service quality and resolve operational issues
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders across departments
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- 2–5 years of HR experience
- Saudi nationality is required
- Strong knowledge of Saudi labor law and HR compliance
- Experience across multiple HR functions (operations, recruitment, employee relations, etc.)
- Familiarity with HR systems (e.g., Zenhr , ATS , or similar)
- Fluency in Arabic and English
- Proficient with Google sheets and MS office
