KSA Labour Law

Understanding employment law in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is important for any business operating in or seeking to enter the Saudi market.  Establishing and implementing human resource policies that ensure compliance minimises the risks and will assist any prospective business when employing staff in the Kingdom.

Objectives:

• Gain an overview of KSA’s Labour Law provisions
• Understand the Labour and Immigration framework in KSA
• Know the details of the settlement of Labour Dispute and conflicts
• Learn the process of effective lawful termination of employment
• Use of different methods to recruit KSA Nationals and Non National
• Know how to deal with annual vacation, holidays, official leaves, personal leaves and sick leave
• Know how to calculate end of service benefits
• Protect against occupational hazards such as work injuries and medical services
• Religious and cultural awareness

Contents:

Introduction to Employment Law

• Legal System and Employment Legislation
• Corporate Establishment Models

Recruitment and Sponsorship

• Employer Registrations
• Recruitment of Nationals
• Work Permit and Residency Permit Application Process
• Recruiting a non-National Locally
• Business Visas and Other Visas

The Employment Relationship and Employment Contracts

• Terms and Conditions of Employment Contracts
• Probationary Periods
• Types of Employment Contract
• Recruitment and References

Pay and Working Time

• Remuneration and Benefits
• Working Time
• Holidays and Special Leave
• Family Friendly Leave
• Holiday and Sickness Pay
• End of Service Payments 

Grievances and Disciplinary Procedures

• Managing Discipline, Grievances and Dismissal
• Termination of Employment
• Arbitrary Dismissal
• Enforcement and Dispute Resolution

Post Termination Issues

• Confidentiality
• Labour Bans
• Post Termination Restrictions

Health and Safety 
Religious and Cultural Awareness 
Current Trends and Developments 
Q&A