HR Specialist

What We Need

We are seeking a highly experienced HR Manager to lead and manage the human resources function in KSA. The ideal candidate will possess expert-level knowledge of KSA labor laws and local legislation, coupled with a proven track record of supporting global organizations. This role requires a dynamic individual with experience in employee relocation, office property operations, logistics, and budgeting, who can work closely with leadership teams to align HR practices with organizational goals.

What Youll Do

HR Strategy : Develop and implement HR strategies that align with organizational objectives and local requirements. Provide strategic HR support to the Chief People Operations Officer (CPO) and collaborate with the Regional Manager for MENA employees. Recruitment & Talent Acquisition: Lead the recruitment of high-level candidates locally and internationally, ensuring the selection of top-tier talent. Oversee onboarding processes for expatriates and ensure compliance with relocation policies. Compliance & Labor Law Expertise: Ensure compliance with KSA labor laws, regulations, and best practices in all HR activities. Provide guidance on local employment legislation and resolve labor-related matters effectively. Employee Relations & Engagement: Act as a trusted advisor to employees and management, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment. Develop and implement employee engagement initiatives that align with organizational culture and goals. Office Operations & Logistics: Oversee office property operations, including facilities management, vendor coordination, and lease agreements. Manage logistics and ensure smooth operational workflows for the office. Global Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams across global offices to support business operations and HR initiatives. Ensure alignment of local HR practices with the organizations global standards and policies.

What You Have

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Masters preferred).
• 2- 5 years of experience in HR tasks, with expertise in KSA labor law and local legislation.
• Proven experience in recruitment, relocation processes, and managing office operations.
• Strong business acumen with experience supporting global organizations and working with international teams preferred.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage budgets effectively and oversee logistics and operations.
• Fluent in English and Arabic (preferred)

What We Offer

• An international workforce to learn from and grow with - we have a diverse, multicultural workforce with Nordic values
• A fair compensation package and a considerable annual leave of 25 days per annum. We support our staff to be with family at the most important time. Partners with a newborn baby can have additional holidays.
• Opportunities for growth and enrichment through Grow with Oivan, our internal learning and development departments
• Line devices Mac or PC within a fixed company budget
• Team building activities, movie nights, events

Who We Are

At Oivan we create and operate human-centric digital services for our clients worldwide. Our global community of professionals are based in Finland, Thailand, Vietnam, UAE, and Riyadh. Based in our Riyadh office, youll support our 220+ headcount workforce across 5 countries.Oivans official language is English. Fluency in English and Arabic are necessary for success on the job. A strong dedication to teamwork and excellent cross-cultural communication skills are musts.Oivan company culture is reflective of our core values: Responsibility, Reliability, and Fellowship. The decisions we make today influence our tomorrow. We are sincere in our responsibility towards our employees, customers and the environment. Fellowship unites us as an international community of thinkers and doers. Throughout our hiring process, youll have access to a broad representation of the Oivan team in order to get to know us as we learn about you.