HR Policy Specialist

Direct Supervisor:  Compensation & Benefits Head

Job Purpose:  Developing, reviewing and implementing HR policies and procedures

Key Responsibilities:

-Acts as the focal point for all HR policy issues and concerns

- Maintains knowledge of all company HR policies and procedures 

- Identifies the need for new policies and recommends changes to existing policies and provides continuous review process of HR policies and procedures

- Reviews, revises, develops and implements new and existing HR policies.  Includes extensive updating and rewriting of policies and related Agreements.

- Advises Line Managers and employees on the interpretation of HR policies and policy issues

- Conducts studies on local, regional and global markets on policy issues and best HR practices 

- Coordinates with sector companies on major policy changes to maintain Company's competitiveness  

- Audits HR policies and procedures and monitors its application to ensure consistent implementation

- Conducts policy awareness programs 

Job Complexity

- Works according to established HR policies and procedures but is required to show high level of initiative and flexibility in view of emerging trends and practices in the labor market

- Position holder deals with a diverse and multi-cultural workforce requiring receptiveness, understanding and good public relations

- Frequently deals with Line Managers and staff on policy issues that necessitate constant building of effective working relations with employees at all levels

- Networking abilities necessary in obtaining relevant and up-to-date HR practices from sector industry companies  

- Presentation skills essential in seeking consensus from peers and Management approvals

Minimum Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or Law 

- 8 years HR experience in the oil and gas sector with at least 5 years in policy development 

- Para legal work experience preferred

- Excellent spoken English

- An extremely high level of written English with the ability to write clear, concise and unambiguous policy documents

- Excellent computer literacy involving the use of MS Office Application (Word, Powerpoint)

COMPENSATION Base ~ $60K + $6K Bonus, + benefits