The forty-third article of the Saudi Labor System aims to enhance and bolster the qualification and training of the Saudi workforce in the job market. This provision is part of continuous efforts to enhance the participation and empowerment of the local workforce in the economy.
Under this article, employers with fifty or more employees are required to qualify or train at least 12% of their Saudi workforce annually. This includes Saudi employees who continue their education, with the company bearing the costs of their studies.
This initiative is in line with the Saudi government's efforts to enhance the capabilities and skills of the local workforce, encouraging employers to invest in training and qualification. It reflects the corporate social responsibility in providing job opportunities and developing local human resources.
The Minister is empowered under this article to adjust the required percentage in some establishments, allowing greater flexibility to meet the needs of the market and the working conditions in different regions of the Kingdom.
Overall, the forty-third article of the Saudi Labor System is considered a positive step towards achieving a balance between the needs of the labor market and empowering the local workforce, thereby enhancing the economic sustainability of the country.
February 10, 2024
- بواسطة Mohamed Abdulaziz
