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Position Summary:

Gulf Aquaculture is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Human Resource Officer that will generally serve as a bridge between operational staff and executive leadership. The successful candidate aligns business objectives with employees and management. The role serves as a strategic consultant to leadership on human resource-related issues. A successful candidate acts as an employee champion and change agent, managing both strategic planning and daily HR operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic HR & Workforce Planning

• Align HR strategies with overall business objectives.
• Structure organizational designs to optimize team efficiency.
• Develop workforce plans to meet future hiring needs.
• Lead management initiatives change across departments.

Talent Acquisition & Management

• Oversee recruitment cycles from sourcing to final onboarding.
• Implement psychometric testing and advanced vetting tools.
• Design retention strategies to minimize employee turnover.
• Build succession plans for critical business roles.

Employee Relations & Culture

• Resolve complex grievances and manage disciplinary actions.
• Counsel managers on employee relations best practices.
• Foster inclusive culture initiatives to boost morale.
• Conduct exit interviews to identify areas for improvement.

Compliance & Labor Law

• Enforce strict adherence to regional and local labor laws.
• Update employee handbooks and company workplace guidelines regularly.
• Manage legal documentation related to employment contracts and visas.
• Mitigate compliance risks through regular internal audits.

Performance & Compensation

• Manage appraisal cycles and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Benchmark salary structures against current market data.
• Oversee payroll inputs and employee benefits administration.
• Track HR metrics like cost-per-hire and time-to-fill.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. Master's degree or SHRM/CIPD certification is highly preferred.
• Experience: 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a senior or specialist role.
• Legal Knowledge: Deep understanding of local labor laws and employment regulations.
• Software: Proficiency with HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or Bayzat) and ATS systems.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional conflict resolution, active listening, and strategic communication skills.
• Languages: Fluent in English (written and spoken); Arabic or other languages are a plus.

What We Offer

• Competitive tax-free salary package.
• UAE residence visa and comprehensive medical insurance.
• Annual flight ticket home, career growth.

Pay: AED5,000.00 - AED6,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

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