Senior HR Specialist

The Senior HR Specialist is a pivotal, standalone role responsible for the full spectrum of Human Resources at Bekia. You will own recruitment end-to-end, act as the company's primary liaison with the legal office, social insurance authority, and labor law office, oversee performance management, drive daily HR operations, and champion a vibrant, purpose-led culture. This is a builder's role you will set up systems, not just maintain them. 1. Talent Acquisition & Recruitment (End-to-End) Partner with department heads to define hiring needs, write job descriptions, and build hiring plans. Source candidates through job boards, LinkedIn, recruitment agencies, and university networks. Screen CVs, conduct HR interviews, coordinate technical assessments, and manage offer negotiations. Maintain an ATS (or structured tracking sheet) to ensure a smooth, data-driven hiring pipeline. Manage the full onboarding experience paperwork, orientation, buddy programs, and 30/60/90-day check-ins. Track time-to-hire, quality-of-hire, and cost-per-hire KPIs; report monthly to management. 2. Legal Office & Government Affairs Liaison Serve as the focal point between the company and the external legal office for all employment-related legal matters. Manage all social insurance registrations, additions, deletions, and Form 1, 2 and 6 submissions with NOSI. Coordinate with the labor law office (Ministry of Labor) for labor inspections, dispute notifications, and work permits. Ensure all employment contracts comply with Egyptian Labor Law No. 14 of 2025 and are filed correctly. Handle disciplinary procedures, grievances, and termination cases in full legal compliance, coordinating with legal counsel as needed. Keep the company updated on changes in labor legislation, insurance rates, and compliance obligations. 3. Performance Management Design and roll out the company's performance appraisal cycle (mid-year and annual reviews). Work with managers to set SMART KPIs aligned to departmental and company OKRs. Facilitate calibration sessions and ensure fair, consistent rating practices. Identify performance gaps and coordinate training & development interventions accordingly. Manage PIP (Performance Improvement Plan) processes when required. 4. Daily HR Operations Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, contracts, and HR files (physical and digital). Oversee attendance, leave management, and payroll inputs coordinating with finance for accurate monthly payroll processing. Manage employee lifecycle transactions: promotions, transfers, salary adjustments, and offboarding. Administer employee

Benefits

• medical insurance, social insurance, and any company-specific perks
• Act as the first point of contact for employee queries on HR policies, entitlements, and procedures
• Draft and update HR policies, the employee handbook, and internal HR communications. 5
• Employee Engagement & Culture Champion Bekia's mission-driven culture embedding sustainability and impact values into every HR touchpoint
• Design and execute employee engagement initiatives: surveys, focus groups, team events, and recognition programs
• Analyze engagement survey data and present actionable insights and improvement plans to leadership
• Develop internal communication strategies that keep the team informed, motivated, and connected
• Manage employer branding efforts on social media and hiring platforms to attract mission-aligned talent
• Support DEI initiatives and foster an inclusive, psychologically safe workplace
• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience
• Social insurance and medical insurance coverage
• A high-impact, senior role with direct visibility to leadership from day one
• The opportunity to build and shape the HR function of a growing green-economy start-up
• A purpose-driven team culture where your work genuinely contributes to a cleaner Egypt
• Professional development opportunities and room for career progression as the company grows

Desired Candidate Profile

Education Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Law, or a related field. HR certification (SHRM-CP, PHRi, CIPD, or equivalent) is a strong plus. Experience 5 8 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a senior or standalone HR role. Proven hands-on experience with social insurance procedures and dealings with NOSI and the Ministry of Labor. Solid track record in full-cycle recruitment across multiple functions and seniority levels. Experience working in a start-up, SME, or fast-paced growth environment is highly preferred. Background in industrial, manufacturing, environmental, or logistics sectors is a plus. Knowledge & Skills Deep knowledge of the new Egyptian Labor Law No. 14 of 2025 and Social Insurance Law No. 148 of 2019. Strong interviewing, assessment, and talent evaluation skills. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Strong interpersonal and communication skills Arabic (fluent) and English (professional). Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); familiarity with HRIS tools is a plus. High integrity, confidentiality, and a people-first mindset. Problem-solving attitude with a bias for action comfortable building from scratch in an ambiguous environment.