HR Specialist (Operations & Recruitment)

Department: Human ResourcesEmployment Type: Full-time - PermanentLocation: Jeddah, Saudi ArabiaAbout the Role:We are looking for an HR Specialist who combines employee operations and recruitment responsibilities, to join our HR team on a permanent basis.Key Responsibilities:Employee Operations:- Manage employee files and update records on a regular basis- Track and renew employment contracts- Handle sponsorship transfer and visa procedures via Qiwa and Muqeem platforms- Manage Wage Protection System (Mudad) compliance- Follow up on GOSI (Social Insurance) records and updates- Monitor Saudization ratio via the Nitaqat platform- Handle government support programs (Taqat, HRDF/Hadaf) and follow up on support requests- Prepare periodic reports related to employee affairsRecruitment:- Source suitable candidates for open positions- Screen resumes and conduct initial interviews- Coordinate with department managers to identify hiring needs- Manage the full recruitment process from sourcing to onboarding- Liaise with recruitment agencies when neededQualifications & Skills:- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or a related field- Prior HR experience covering both operations and recruitment- Proficiency with Qiwa, Mudad, Muqeem, GOSI, Nitaqat, and Taqat/HRDF platforms- Strong organizational and communication skills- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks- English proficiency is a plus