Job Posting Date: 12 Jan 2026
Location:
Amman, JO
Job ID: 8312
School: Amman Academy
Company: Nord Anglia Education
Amman Academy is one of the top international schools in Jordan and the world, and was recognised as an IB world school in 2006. It is a Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12 private IB day school, teaching ages 3 to 19 bilingually in English and Arabic. The school is located in the heart of West Amman in the popular neighbourhood of Khalda.
Job Description
We are looking to hire an experienced
HR Officer who will be responsible for supporting and managing core human resource functions including recruitment, employee relations, HR administration, and compliance with employment laws and best practices.
Job Responsibilities
- Draft job adverts and create job descriptions
- Review job applications (CVs, cover letters, and application forms) and shortlist suitable candidates
- Schedule and coordinate interviews for shortlisted candidates
- Issue employment contracts and send out job offers
- Maintain, update, and audit employee personal data
- Monitor and collect time and attendance records using HR software
- Implement disciplinary actions when necessary
- Ensure compliance with employment laws and workplace regulations
- Produce and submit reports on HR activities
- Schedule HR meetings and events and maintain agendas
- Assist in performance management processes
- Support the development and implementation of HR initiatives and systems
- Stay up to date with HR trends and best practices
Qualifications
Required Skills/Abilities
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Human Resources, especially recruitment
- Fluency in English
Skills And Abilities
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to handle confidential information professionally
- Knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
- Proficiency in HR software and digital record-keeping systems
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines
- Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils where we embrace all race, abilities, religions, genders, and cultures.
All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.
We welcome applications from suitable qualified persons from all diverse backgrounds
Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
