Introduction

The "Saudi Labor Law" course is a unique opportunity to deepen participants’ understanding of the laws and regulations governing the work environment in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This course aims to equip trainees with the necessary knowledge to enhance their efficiency in handling various aspects of the Labor Law, from recruitment to employment relations and leaves. The program will cover multiple areas, including key definitions, employment regulations, and training and qualification, in addition to managing working hours and rest periods. Special focus will also be given to the provisions related to women’s employment, highlighting the importance of diversity and equality in the workplace. Through this course, we aim to empower participants to apply what they learn in their professional lives, thereby contributing to creating a balanced and effective work environment. Join us to explore the world of the Saudi Labor Law and build a distinguished professional future.

Objectives

• To familiarize participants with the Saudi Labor Law and its key components.

• To enable participants to understand the general definitions and provisions of the Labor Law.

• To provide knowledge on employment regulations and how to manage them effectively.

• To introduce participants to employment units and the mechanisms for employing persons with disabilities and non-Saudis.

• To enable participants to apply strategies for training and qualification for employees and non-employees.

• To understand the components and provisions of employment contracts, including termination procedures.

• To familiarize participants with their rights and obligations concerning the end-of-service benefits.

• To understand working hours, rest periods, and weekly rest regulations.

• To acquire knowledge of leave entitlements under the Labor Law.

• To become familiar with the provisions related to women’s employment and how to apply them in the workplace.

Course Modules

1. Introduction to the Saudi Labor Law

• Definitions and General Provisions

• Key Amendments to the Saudi Labor Law

2. Employment Regulations

• Employment Units

• Employment of Persons with Disabilities

• Employment of Non-Saudis

3. Training and Qualification

• Training and Qualification for Employees of the Employer

• Training and Qualification Contracts with Non-Employees

4. Employment Contracts

• Employment Contract

• Termination of the Employment Contract

• End-of-Service Benefits

5. Working Hours and Rest Periods

• Working Hours

• Rest Periods

• Weekly Rest

6. Leaves

• Types of Leaves and Related Provisions

7. Women’s Employment

• Provisions of the Labor Law and its Annexes Related to Women’s Employment

8. Training Disclosure Decision

• Introduction to the Training Disclosure Decision

• Objectives of the Training Disclosure Decision

• Compliance Guidelines for Training Data Disclosure

• Details of Training Data Disclosure

• Types of Training and Required Standards

• Decision Mandates and Penalties

• How to Disclose Training Data

• Impact of the Decision on the Saudi Market

Target Audience

• HR professionals and staff in Human Resources Departments

• Department managers, heads, and supervisors

• Chairpersons of committees and charitable organizations

• Employees in the private and nonprofit sectors

• Businessmen and investors

• Legal affairs officers and professionals