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HR Specialist at Cigna in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Job Description
HR Specialist
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia · Hybrid
Position Summary
- Manage all activities related to government platforms and authorities, including Qiwa, Muqeem, GOSI, Mudad...
- Process and monitor: Employment contracts, Work permits, Iqama issuance and renewals, Visa applications and renewals, Transfer of sponsorship requests, Exit/Re-entry visas, Final exit procedures.
- Ensure compliance with Saudi labor laws and immigration regulations.
- Track Saudization requirements and support workforce nationalization initiatives.
- Maintain strong relationships with government authorities and external service providers.
- Monitor changes in labor laws and governmental regulations and advise HR leadership accordingly.
- Support the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, employee changes, transfers, and offboarding.
- Maintain employee records and personnel files in compliance with company policy and local regulations.
- Prepare employment letters, salary certificates, and HR documentation.
- Support payroll administration by ensuring employee data accuracy and timely submission of payroll inputs.
- Coordinate employee benefits administration, including medical insurance enrollment and changes.
- Manage employee attendance, leave records, and HR system updates.
- Assist with employee relations matters and disciplinary processes as required.
- Ensure all employee documentation is complete and audit-ready.
- Support internal and external audits.
- Prepare HR metrics, workforce reports, and government compliance reports.
- Maintain accurate data within HR systems and governmental platforms.
- Support regulatory submissions and workforce planning requirements.
Key Competencies
- Knowledge of Saudi labor legislation
- Government relations expertise
- Attention to detail
- Communication and stakeholder management
- Problem-solving and analytical skills
- Confidentiality and integrity
- Organization and time management
- Continuous improvement mindset
About The Cigna Group
Doing something meaningful starts with a simple decision, a commitment to changing lives. At The Cigna Group, we’re dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.
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