Assistant HR Manager

Confidential Company; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UAE is looking for an experienced Assistant HR Manager to enhance their people operations. The role involves managing talent acquisition, performance management, employee relations, and compliance with UAE labor laws, while requiring strong experience in workforce management.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of HR experience in FMCG or e-commerce.
• Strong experience in blue-collar workforce management.
• Solid understanding of UAE labor law.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment for white- and blue-collar roles.
• Manage end-to-end performance review processes.
• Handle employee grievances and ensure compliance.

Skills

Communication

Employee Relations

Workforce Management

Education

MBA/PG Diploma in Business Management

Tools

Psychometric Tools

Job description

MBA/PG Diploma in Business Mgmt(HR/Industrial Relations)

Nationality

Indian

Any

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Assistant HR Manager to join our team and help us strengthen our people operations — especially in the areas of blue-collar workforce management, performance, and culture.

Talent Acquisition & Internal Career Development

• Lead recruitment for both white- and blue-collar roles, ensuring the right fit at every level. For both new and replacement positions.
• Drive bulk hiring initiatives,
• Onboarding and Induction for all new joiners
• Build and manage talent pipelines, supporting career pathing and internal promotions

Performance Management & Cultural Alignment

• Manage the end-to-end performance review process, including KPI tracking, feedback mechanisms, and development plans
• Support the design and implementation of structured career progression models
• Lead culture-building initiatives to align teams with organizational values

3. Employee Relations & Compliance

• Handle employee grievances, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution with fairness and objectivity
• Ensure compliance with UAE labor laws and internal policies
• Act as a trusted advisor to both employees and line managers on people-related matters

4. HR Operations & Data Reporting

• Maintain accurate HR documentation, employee records, and HRIS inputs
• Generate and interpret HR data to support business decisions and reporting

5. Psychometric Testing & Talent Insights

• Incorporate psychometric assessments into the hiring, promotion, and development processes
• Analyze cognitive, behavioral, and personality profiles to support talent decisions
• Ensure the integration of behavioral insights into interviews, onboarding, and succession planning

Desired Candidate Profile

• 8-12 years of HR experience, in the FMCG, e-commerce, or large-scale operational sectors
• Strong experience in blue-collar workforce management is essential
• Solid understanding of UAE labor law and employee relations practices
• Experience with psychometric tools
• Excellent communication skills in English and Hindi/Urdu

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