Chief People & Strategy Architect

Confidential Jobs; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Jobs in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Head of People & Strategy to lead HR, align people initiatives with the CEO, and drive organizational excellence.

You will oversee staffing, compensation, benefits, leave administration, policy enforcement, and global mobility, while partnering with executive leadership to shape long-term talent strategies and ensure compliance with UAE regulations.

Qualifications

• Fluent English communication skills required.
• 8–10 years HR experience in multinational environments.
• Experience with MOHRE UAE laws and regulations.
• Ability to manage global mobility and visa compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for HR and people strategy.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and global mobility.
• Oversee performance management and staff development.
• Cultivate culture, employee relations, and brand reputation.
• Manage compensation, payroll, and HR administration.
• Ensure compliance with UAE employment laws and HR systems.

Skills

English fluency

Interpersonal & negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Analytical & problem-solving

Strategic HR leadership

Confidentiality & integrity

Bayzat/Asana/SharePoint proficiency

Microsoft Office Suite

Tools

Bayzat

Asana

SharePoint

Job description

Confidential Jobs in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Head of People & Strategy to lead HR, align people initiatives with the CEO, and drive organizational excellence.

You will oversee staffing, compensation, benefits, leave administration, policy enforcement, and global mobility, while partnering with executive leadership to shape long-term talent strategies and ensure compliance with UAE regulations.