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Role Summary:

The Human Resources Manager (HR Manager) will lead and direct the routine functions of the Human Resources (HR) department including strategic planning for staffing, talent acquisition, learning and development, performance management, employee relations, employment law and compliance, compensation and employee benefits administration, developing HR systems, and enforcing company policies and practices. Should be well versed with UAE, KSA, Philippines and India labor laws (including pension laws and benefits).

The HR manager partners with senior leadership to advise on best practice techniques to drive performance, productivity and employee engagement. The job involves Identifying skills gaps and filling them with new staff or by training existing employees.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily workflow of the HR department.
• Partner with management to ensure strategic HR goals are aligned with business initiatives.
• Enforce management guidelines by preparing, updating, and recommending HR policies and procedures.
• Partner with the leadership team to understand and execute the organization's HR and talent strategy, particularly as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruitment, retention, and succession planning.
• Establish recruiting, testing, and interviewing programs, and counsel managers on candidate selection.
• Manage the talent acquisition process, including recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of qualified candidates, and collaborate with departmental managers to understand the skills and competencies required for open positions.
• Analyze trends in compensation and benefits and research and propose competitive base salary and incentive programs to ensure the organization attracts and retains top talent.
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources management and talent acquisition.
• Create learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for employees.
• Hear and resolve employee grievances and counsel employees and supervisors.
• Create and implement effective onboarding plans.
• Design and implement employee retention strategies.
• Support management in handling disciplinary and grievance issues.
• Ensure legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable HR laws and regulations and maintaining appropriate records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Master's in HR Management or similar
• 8–10 years of total HR experience, with at least 3–5 years specifically at HR Manager / HR leadership level.
• Proven experience as HR Manager in AEC Industry (Architecture / Engineering / Construction)
• Native Arabic language skills and a strong command of English.
• Experience in educating and coaching HR staff.
• Experience in conflict resolution, disciplinary processes, and workplace investigations.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Strong ethics and reliability.
• Excellent emotional intelligence.
• Collaboration skills.

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About the Company

A leading UK-based business group with headquarters in Dubai, operating across the

UAE and Europe. The company has diversified operations including Property

Development, Trading, Property Management, and Project Management. The Dubai

headquarters employs more than 200 staff, while a significant portion of business

operations and workforce are based across European markets.

Position Summary

The HR Manager will lead and manage the Human Resources function across UAE and

UK operations, ensuring effective recruitment, employee welfare, compliance, and

organizational development. The role requires strong experience managing

multicultural teams and aligning HR practices with both UAE Labour Law and UK

employment standards.

The candidate will play a strategic and operational role in building structured HR

systems, improving employee engagement, and supporting business expansion across

multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for UAE and UK operations.
• Develop recruitment strategies aligned with business growth plans.
• Coordinate with department heads to identify manpower requirements.
• Oversee job postings, candidate screening, interviews, and selection processes.
• Work with recruitment agencies and international hiring platforms.
• Ensure compliance with visa, immigration, and employment regulations.

2. Employee Onboarding & Offboarding

• Design and implement structured onboarding programs.
• Ensure smooth induction for new employees across departments.
• Prepare employment contracts and documentation aligned with local laws.
• Manage probation evaluations and confirmations.
• Handle exit procedures and conduct exit interviews.

3. HR Policies & Compliance

• Develop, update, and implement HR policies, employee handbook, and

company rules.

• Ensure compliance with UAE Labour Law and UK employment regulations.
• Maintain HR governance standards across all company entities.
• Review and update policies periodically in line with organizational needs.

4. Staff Welfare & Employee Relations

• Manage employee welfare initiatives and workplace culture programs.
• Act as a point of contact for employee concerns and conflict resolution.
• Promote employee engagement, retention, and satisfaction.
• Support management in disciplinary procedures when required.

5. HR Operations & Administration

• Maintain employee records, HR databases, and documentation systems.
• Oversee payroll coordination with finance teams.
• Monitor leave management, attendance, and performance tracking.
• Ensure HR reporting and workforce analytics are regularly updated.

6. Performance Management & Development

• Implement performance appraisal systems.
• Support leadership in performance improvement plans.
• Identify training and development needs.
• Organize professional development and leadership programs.

7. Organizational Development

• Support organizational restructuring and workforce planning.
• Establish HR best practices aligned with international standards.
• Drive HR digitalization and process improvements.

Requirements

Experience

• Minimum 8–10 years of HR experience, preferably in multinational organizations.
• Proven experience managing recruitment for both UAE and UK workforce.
• Strong background in employee relations, staff welfare, and HR operations.
• Experience handling HR functions for companies with 150+ employees
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