HR Advisor

Tahaluf is the largest B2B live and on-demand events organiser in Saudi Arabia by space, attendance, colleagues, and revenue. It is a joint venture between Informa PLC, the Saudi Federation for Cybersecurity, Programming and Drones (SAFCSP), and the Events Investment Fund (EIF).

Tahaluf is bold, visionary, and determined to make an impact. Our team fosters a culture of collaboration, creativity, and a little fun, here teamwork rules and work feels as exciting as the events we create. Scaling at this pace also requires exceptional local partners, and Tahaluf is proud to work with a range of government and non-government organisations at the forefront of Saudi Arabia’s B2B and B2C large-scale events scene.

Be part of something BIG with Tahaluf’s series of record-breaking events: LEAP and Cityscape - the largest events in the world in their respective fields of tech and real estate; Black Hat MEA - a Guinness World Record holder for the largest CTF competition during the event; and CPHI Middle East - the largest pharma debut event in history, to name just a few. Tahaluf is making a huge impact on the global events sector.

Join our ambitious and highly committed team, unafraid to push boundaries and disrupt the status quo. From day one, you’ll dive into large-scale projects under the guidance of a supportive leadership team that will encourage your personal development and open doors to new opportunities.

Job Description

The HR Advisor at Tahaluf plays a key role in delivering high‑quality human resources services across the organization. The role ensures that colleagues and managers receive accurate guidance aligned with Saudi labour law, internal HR policies, and government regulatory requirements. The HR Advisor will act as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters, support HR operations from onboarding to offboarding.

Employee Relations:

• Promote a workplace guided by company values, ensuring fairness and consistency in managing employee relationships.
• Provide advice and support to managers on employee relations issues, facilitating effective resolutions to concerns.
• Work within disciplinary and legislative frameworks to ensure compliance with Saudi labor laws.
• Guide managers and colleagues on HR policies to ensure consistent implementation.
• Support the performance management process by equipping managers with effective tools and strategies.
• Address work-related or personal concerns raised by colleagues and escalate issues to the HR Manager when necessary.
• Utilize effective communication strategies, such as newsletters and intranet updates, to keep employees informed.

HR Operations:

• Lead the onboarding process, ensuring compliance with government platforms (MHRSD, GOSI, Qiwa, Muqeem).
• Respond to and resolve day-to-day HR queries from managers and colleagues.
• Maintain and update HR policies and procedures to reflect changes in Saudi labor regulations.
• Coordinate the offboarding process, including guiding employees through end-of-service procedures, conducting exit interviews, and preparing related documentation.

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• Manage HR programs and projects that enhance operational efficiency and employee experience.

Administration & Reporting:

• Ensure employment contracts are current, accurate, and compliant with local labor laws.
• Prepare documentation to support the offboarding process and other HR activities.
• Generate HR reports, including headcount, recruitment, absence, and organizational charts, to support decision-making.
• Complete administrative tasks, including data entry into the SAP HR system.

Other Responsibilities:

• Stay updated on changes in Saudi labor laws and government regulations.
• Participate in HR projects and initiatives that enhance employee engagement and experience.
• Continuously develop knowledge and skills through professional development activities.

Qualifications

Minimum Education Level:

• Educated to degree level or equivalent

Background Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

Essential

• Speaks and writes clearly and fluently in English and Arabic to both individuals and groups

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• Computer literate and proficient in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Significant experience working within a busy HR team
• Proven track record of talent acquisition/recruitment activities
• Able to prioritise work tasks and meet deadlines
• Proactive
• Interpersonal and customer-facing skills
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Negotiation skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of the KSA labour law
• Knowledge of HRIS/SAP HR

Additional Information

• Medical Insurance for individual and family
• Annual leave – 25 days
• Remote working on Sundays
• Working anywhere – 1 month every year

Local Relocation Package*:

• Paid flight to Riyadh (for you and your dependents)
• 30 days accommodation in a suitable serviced apartment from your arrival date or a one-off payment of SAR 5,000
• SAR 2,500 towards shipping goods/excess baggage costs on production of receipts/invoices

*If eligible