HR Manager – Strategy, Operations & Compliance

HR Manager – Strategy, Operations & Compliance

HR Manager jobs in UAE and human resources leadership roles in the Middle East are now available for experienced HR professionals. We are seeking an HR Manager to execute HR and talent strategy for workforce planning, recruitment, retention, and succession, lead and supervise the HR team, advise management on manpower planning and organizational structure, and drive Emiratization while ensuring compliance with UAE national workforce requirements. The ideal candidate has strong experience in HR operations, recruitment, employee relations, policy development, and HR digitalization, with a deep understanding of UAE Labour Law, MOHRE, GPSSA, and WPS regulations.

About the Job

We are looking for a strategic and hands-on HR Manager to lead our Human Resources function. In this role, you will execute HR and talent strategy for workforce planning, recruitment, retention, and succession, while leading and supervising the HR team. You will advise management on manpower planning and organizational structure, develop and implement HR policies and procedures, and drive Emiratization while ensuring compliance with UAE national workforce requirements.

Responsibilities

1. HR Leadership & Strategy

• Execute HR and talent strategy for workforce planning, recruitment, retention, and succession.

• Lead and supervise the HR team (HR Officers, Recruitment Specialist, support staff).

• Advise management on manpower planning and organizational structure.

• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures.

• Drive Emiratization and ensure compliance with UAE national workforce requirements.

• Represent HR in management/HOD meetings.

• Oversee HR audits, ISO readiness, and labour law compliance.

2. Recruitment & Workforce Planning

• Manage and supervise full-cycle recruitment and onboarding activities.

• Coordinate with departments to identify manpower needs and skill gaps.

• Prepare and approve job descriptions and offers.

• Conduct background checks and eligibility verifications.

• Track recruitment metrics (time-to-hire, cost-per-hire, retention).

3. HR Operations & Systems

• Implement and maintain HRMS and internal HR databases.

• Oversee payroll, attendance, and leave management.

• Maintain accurate HR records and employee files.

• Review employment contracts and renewals.

• Prepare HR reports (overtime, manpower, dashboards).

• Support CEO and Finance with HR analytics and data.

4. Employee Relations & Compliance

• Serve as the primary contact for employee relations, grievances, and disciplinary matters.

• Manage investigations, disciplinary meetings, and terminations as per UAE Labour Law.

• Ensure compliance with MOHRE, GPSSA, WPS, and municipal regulations.

• Oversee labour camp accommodation and compliance.

• Promote fair and transparent communication across the company.

5. Policy, Performance & Development

• Develop and update HR policies and employee handbooks.

• Oversee performance appraisals and KPI evaluations.

• Identify training needs and coordinate development programs.

• Support succession planning and talent development.

• Ensure consistent application of policies and disciplinary procedures.

6. Reporting, Coordination & Analytics

• Prepare and submit periodic HR reports (manpower, payroll, attendance, recruitment).

• Provide HR analytics and recommendations to management.

• Coordinate with auditors, legal teams, PROs, and government entities.

• Ensure timely submission of statutory HR compliance documentation.

7. Continuous Improvement & Digital Transformation

• Lead HR digitalization and automation initiatives.

• Coordinate HRMS integration with payroll and attendance systems.

• Improve HR processes and workflows.

• Support change management and innovation within HR.