HR & Payroll Specialist/Assistant Manager - Saudi Arabia

GoGlobal is seeking an experienced HR & Payroll Specialist/Assistant Manager to support our business operations and client employees in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, while also providing regional support to the Middle East team. This role combines strategic and operational responsibilities in HR, payroll, and government relations, with a strong emphasis on local labor law compliance, end-to-end employee lifecycle management, and engagement with government portals and external partners. As the in-country representative, you will act as the key contact for HR and payroll matters in Saudi Arabia, coordinate with internal stakeholders, and ensure a seamless employee experience while upholding regulatory compliance. Roles & Responsibilities: Human Resources & Local Representative Duties Serve as the primary HR contact and company representative for Saudi Arabia. Manage the full employee lifecycle: Onboarding, orientation, and documentation Employment contract issuance in compliance with Saudi labor law Contract amendments, title changes, and role updates Ensuring timely iqama issuance and renewals, including coordination of medical tests and insurance Offboarding, including exit formalities and final settlements Provide HR support to employees: Handle inquiries related to entitlements, leave, benefits, and documentation Issue HR letters (salary certificates, employment verifications, etc.) Oversee employee records and ensure accurate document management Lead performance tracking, engagement, and employee relations Stay current on Saudi labor laws, Saudization regulations, and HR trends; proactively share updates with relevant teams Assist with office-related administration and vendor coordination (if applicable) Represent the company as the Nominee General Manager with government authorities when required Payroll Coordination Take ownership of local payroll processes: Collect, validate, and process monthly payroll inputs (salaries, GOSI, overtime, leaves) Coordinate with BPO and payroll providers to ensure timely and accurate payroll execution Manage final settlements, gratuity calculations, and offboarding payroll Ensure full compliance with wage protection regulations and GOSI contributions Maintain accurate payroll documentation for audit and data protection requirements Track and manage statutory filings and remittances to local authorities Collaborate with internal finance and HR teams on year-end processes and reconciliations Government Affairs & Compliance Oversee all government portal activities: GOSI: Employee registration, monthly contribution tracking Muqeem: Iqama issuance, renewal, exit/re-entry procedures, Qiwa: Employment contract submissions and Saudization tracking Mudad: Payroll reporting and wage protection submissions and leave management Monitor and manage expiries of visas, iqamas, work permit procedures, and other employment-related documents Ensure compliance with Saudi entity obligations and support internal HR audits Coordinate with authorities and partners for immigration, licensing, and documentation Provide ad hoc support to regional operations in UAE and Israel as required Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field 5+ years of HR and payroll experience, with strong exposure to Saudi Arabia labor and immigration practices Fluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken) is essential In-depth knowledge of: Saudi Labor Law and Saudization regulations Government platforms: GOSI, Muqeem, Qiwa, Mudad, Ministry of HR Payroll processes including GOSI contributions and end-of-service benefits Strong organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills Familiarity with corporate compliance and local entity obligations in Saudi Arabia. Proficiency with HRIS and payroll platforms Experience working in a fast-paced, multicultural, or international environment Comfortable managing responsibilities independently while collaborating with global and regional teams ABOUT US GoGlobal is the leading professional services company to guide, establish and manage global operations with compliance and confidence. We bring the human touch to entering new markets and consolidating vendors through a single point of management. With a presence in over 140 countries on six continents and growing, we make running a global business easy. 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