Director Human Resources

The Meydan Hotel; Dubai; On-site; AED 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

The Meydan Hotel in Dubai seeks a Senior Director of Human Resources to drive a strategic HR roadmap aligned with business goals, overseeing workforce planning, talent development, and KPI performance. The role partners with property leadership to optimize HR services and support overall hotel success.

Responsibilities include leading end-to-end recruitment (including senior leadership), performance cycles, and budget management, while ensuring compliance with UAE Labour Law and maintaining

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in a management role within hospitality.
• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management or related field.
• Strong expertise in UAE Labour Law and Middle East market dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Drive the HR strategy in alignment with corporate goals; optimize organizational structures and lead change management initiatives.
• Oversee end-to-end recruitment (including senior leadership), talent reviews, succession planning, and performance management cycles.
• Ensure adherence to UAE Labour Law and immigration regulations; maintain strict confidentiality and foster a positive workplace culture.
• Manage manpower and departmental budgets, payroll costs, operational expenses, and competitive remuneration schemes.
• Utilize HRMS data and Colleague Engagement Surveys to streamline operations and enhance staff welfare.

Skills

People leadership

Strategic HR planning

Stakeholder management

Organizational development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management or related field

Job description

Job Description:

( 20512 )

Situated at the heart of Dubai’s world-renowned Meydan Racecourse, The Meydan Hotel offers an elevated hospitality experience where contemporary luxury meets dynamic energy. Overlooking one of the world’s most iconic horse racing destinations, our hotel offers exceptional culinary experiences, spacious rooms with panoramic views, and seamless service to create unforgettable moments for every guest. Whether welcoming leisure travellers, business delegates, or racing enthusiasts, we are driven by a passion to deliver personalised, heartfelt hospitality and to exceed expectations at every turn.

Job Summary

The Director, Human Resources is responsible for developing and executing a strategic HR roadmap aligned with business goals to drive departmental growth and operational excellence. The role will Manage workforce planning, talent development, and KPI performance while aligning the HR team with core objectives of the property. Serves as a strategic business partner—reviewing policies, identifying critical metrics, and optimizing HR services to support overall hotel success.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive the HR strategy in alignment with corporate goals; optimize organizational structures and lead change management initiatives


• Oversee end-to-end recruitment (including senior leadership), talent reviews, succession planning, and performance management cycles.


• Ensure adherence to UAE Labour Law and immigration regulations; maintain strict confidentiality and foster a positive workplace culture.


• Manage manpower and departmental budgets, payroll costs, operational expenses, and competitive remuneration schemes.


• Utilize HRMS data and Colleague Engagement Surveys to streamline operations and enhance staff welfare.

Skills, Experience & Educational Requirements

• Atleast 5 years experience in a management role within hospitality industry


• Bachelors Degree in Human Resources Management or related field


• Strong expertise in UAE Labour Law and Middle East market dynamics.

Our company is expanding faster than ever before. We are investing in the growth of our company, and that means we are committed to investing in you. Join a team that is open-hearted, innovative, inclusive, and inspiring in spirit. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.