Assistant HR Manager

Nathan & Nathan Human Resources; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in flexible packaging solutions is seeking an Assistant Manager HR in Dubai. Ideal candidates will have 5-7 years of HR management experience, particularly in companies with 500+ employees, and a strong understanding of UAE labor laws. This role includes recruiting, performance management, and employee relations. A competitive salary between AED 20,000 to 25,000 per month plus standard benefits will be offered.

Benefits

Standard benefits

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years experience managing HR for 500+ employees.
• In-depth knowledge of UAE labor laws and HR operations.
• Experience in multicultural or international companies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Partnering with business units for workforce planning.
• Managing recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes.
• Ensuring compliance with UAE labor laws.

Skills

Recruitment

Employee relations

Performance management

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's in HR or related field

Master's preferred

Job description

Are you a hands-on HR professional ready to take the next step in your career?

Join a global leader in flexible packaging solutions, part of a well-established international group with a footprint across the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and the Americas.

About the Role:

We're looking for an Assistant Manager HR with solid experience in end-to-end HR operations. This role is ideal for someone passionate about recruitment, employee relations, reports, drafting policies and procedures, audit compliance & documentation, performance management, training management, and building a positive workplace culture.

You will report directly to the Regional HR Manager of UAE & Oman.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Partnering with business units to support workforce planning and growth
• Leading recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes
• Managing employee relations, conflict resolution & grievances
• Driving performance management, L&D, and succession planning
• Ensuring compliance with UAE labor laws and internal policies
• Supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
• Enhancing employee experience through engagement programs

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelors in HR or related field (Masters preferred)
• 5 to 7 years experience managing HR for 500+ employees
• In-depth knowledge of UAE labor laws and HR operations
• Strong communication, organizational, & problem-solving skills
• Experience in multicultural or international companies is a plus
• Background in manufacturing/industrial sectors is an advantage

Location: Jebel Ali, UAE
Salary: AED 20,000 to 25,000/month + standard benefits