HR Specialist

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated HR Specialist to support the Head of HR at King’s School The Crown in Cairo. The role will ensure the delivery of a professional, efficient and compliant HR service across recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, payroll support and liaison with Egyptian authorities.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle in line with Safer Recruitment and Safeguarding policies, including posting vacancies, shortlisting, coordinating interviews and preparing offer letters and contracts compliant with Egyptian Labour Law.
• Verify pre‑employment documentation such as references, police checks, medical reports and qualifications, and maintain recruitment trackers.
• Coordinate onboarding activities – welcome packs, ID cards, IT access, inductions and registration with social and health insurance.
• Provide first‑point‑of‑contact support for new joiners and deliver policy and induction briefings.
• Maintain accurate personnel files (hard and soft copies) and update the HR information system.
• Assist with payroll processing and ensure alignment with Ministry of Education requirements and international safeguarding standards.

Required profile

• Positive, focused and enthusiastic team player who performs well under pressure.
• Proactive approach with strong communication and organisational abilities.
• Receptive to new ideas and interested in future design trends.
• Knowledge of Egyptian Labour Law and Ministry of Education HR requirements is essential.

Required skills

• SuccessFactors (HRIS) – experience updating and maintaining employee data.