Assistant Human Resources Manager - AP&CM - Hotel Franchised

ACCOR; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCOR in Dubai is seeking an Assistant Human Resources Manager to support policy development and people programs across the hotel. You will advise management on staffing, compensation, benefits, training, and labor relations under UAE laws.

You will deputize for the Director of Talent & Culture, lead performance management, succession planning, and maintain confidentiality while ensuring WPS compliance and employee welfare.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR management or hotel management.
• 3–5 years HR management experience, UAE hospitality preferred.
• Strong knowledge of UAE labor law, MOHRE, WPS, and visa processes.
• Excellent English reading/writing and MS Office skills.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and negotiation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, implement and compile data for monthly HR reports.
• Support setting Talent, Culture and training budgets and forecasts.
• Join management meetings to review progress against business plan goals.
• Aid in policies and standards for HR Admin, Benefits, Safety, Labor relations, Training.
• Oversee payroll, benefits, compliance and wage law including WPS and gratuity/ES settlements.
• Develop manpower plans to ensure correct staffing per projected business levels.
• Liaise with agencies for recruitment; assess and interview candidates.
• Help design wage/salary system to attract and retain staff.
• Identify training needs and coordinate development plans.
• Support succession planning for middle/senior management.

Skills

HR policies

Staffing plans

Budgeting

Labor relations

Leadership

English proficiency

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HR Management

Bachelor's Degree in Hotel Management

Tools

HRMS

Payroll systems

WPS

Job description

Job Purpose

This position is responsible for supporting the development and implementation of policies procedures and practices that support the operational needs of the hotel The Assistant Human Resources Manager provides consultation and support to management on staffing plans compensation benefits training and development budget and labor relations and deputizes for the Director of Talent amp Culture in their absence He she is also expected to take a leadership role in developing a culture that supports the hotel s strategic goals supporting performance management talent assessment and effective labor relationships in line with Accor s People amp Culture standards and UAE labor legislation

Job Responsibilities

Prepare implement and compile data for monthly reportingSupport the setting of periodic Talent amp Culture and training budgets and forecastsParticipate in management meetings to review progress towards achievement of business plan goals and contribute to the annual business plan for the departmentAssist in formulating and implementing policies procedures and standards pertaining to Human Resources Administration Compensation and Benefits Employee Welfare Safety and Health Employee Communication Industrial Relations Training and Development Performance Management and Career Development in accordance with national industry standards laws and customs ensuring compliance by other departmentsOversee the administrative activities of payroll benefits legal compliance and employment law including WPS Wage Protection System gratuity and end-of-service settlementsSupport the development of plans relating to present or future manpower requirements of the Hotel to ensure the Hotel is correctly staffed according to projected business levelsLiaise with employment agencies and other sources for the recruitment of employees interview assess and evaluate prospective employeesSupport the formulation and recommendation of a sound wage and salary system that facilitates attracting and retaining staffIdentify prioritize and meet short and long term training and development needs of the HotelReview recommendations for staff promotions and career development from Executive Committee Department Heads for the General Manager s approvalSupport the Hotel s representation in collective bargaining and contacts with labor organizations and employee representativesAssist in preparing succession plans for potentials at middle and senior management level with department division heads and the General ManagerOversee the Hotel s staff facilities including staff locker rooms rest rooms and staff restaurantDirect the Hotel s employee events social and recreational activities as well as employee recognition programsEdit staff newsletters and other in-house staff publicationsAct as an internal consultant in providing advice and guidance in the management and resolution of grievance and disciplinary issuesMaintain confidentiality of sensitive matters issuesEnsure compliance with local health and safety regulationsDevelop and implement recruitment procedures and strategies to attract the most qualified candidates for position vacancies in the hotelAnalyze the hotel manpower requirementsCoordinate with hiring managers on the recruitment of qualified personnel based on approval by the divisional head and General Manager following established standards policies and proceduresConduct recruitment and exit interviewsMaintain good working relationships and partnerships with recruitment agencies sourcesAdminister payroll employee benefits and compensation programsEnsure all employees benefits are in alignment remunerated fairly and paid in an accurate and timely mannerSupport salary benchmarking and compensation analysis to maintain market competitivenessMaintain accurate records of employee contracts entitlements and statutory deductionsEnsure full compliance with UAE Federal Labor Law and MOHRE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation regulations including contract registration work permits and quota managementManage WPS Wage Protection System submissions and ensure timely accurate salary payments in line with SCA guidelines

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management / Hotel ManagementMinimum 3 5 years of Human Resources Management experiencePrior experience in the UAE hospitality industry is preferredExperience with Accor brand standards and HR systems (e.g., HRMS, payroll systems) is an advantageStrong understanding of UAE labor and employment law, MOHRE regulations, WPS, and visa processesExcellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in English languageProficient in MS Excel, Word, & PowerPointStrong leadership, interpersonal and negotiation skillsExcellent communication and customer contact skillsResults and service oriented with an eye for detailsAbility to multi-task, work well in stressful & high-pressure situationsA team player & builderA motivator & self-starterWell-presented and professionally groomed at all times