Human Resources Officer

Al Ain Adventure; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the adventure sector is seeking an HR Manager to oversee recruitment, employee relations, and performance management. The role involves developing HR policies, managing compensation and benefits, and ensuring compliance with UAE labor laws. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR practices and a passion for enhancing employee experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in full-cycle recruitment and onboarding.
• Strong knowledge of UAE labor laws and HR practices.
• Ability to manage employee relations and grievances.

Responsibilities

• Execute full-cycle recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Administer payroll and benefits management.
• Manage employee relations and performance management.

Skills

Recruitment

Employee Relations

Performance Management

HR Policies Development

Compensation and Benefits

Tools

HRIS (SAP)

Job description

1. Talent Acquisition (Recruitment & Onboarding)

• Execute full-cycle recruitment, sourcing, and hiring across all levels.
• Conduct onboarding and orientation programs ensuring smooth new joiner integration.
• Maintain and update manpower plans aligned with the organizational structure.
• Monitor, Support, and Execute Emiratization initiatives and internship program management.
• Develop and maintain updated job descriptions.
• Administer aptitude and psychometric assessments.
• Prepare offer letters.
• Manage outsourced manpower staff and vendor relationships.
• Ensure timely creation of employee folders for new joiners and transfers.

2. Total Rewards Compensation & Benefits

• Prepare monthly payroll (additions, deductions) and master employee data.
• Administer HRIS (SAP) system updates related to employment engagements and exits.
• Handle exit clearance, final settlements, promotions, transfers, and benefits administration (housing, education, air ticket allowances, reimbursements, etc.).
• Manage HRIS system developments and automations.
• Review business expense & other reimbursement e.g. Travel / training etc.
• Archive employee records systematically.

3. Visa & Government Relations

• Manage all MOHRE and Immigration system-related activities including onboarding, renewals, and transfers.
• Oversee employee visa expiry trackers and proactive renewal management.
• Schedule and track medical tests, Emirates ID issuance, and distribution.
• Coordinate with PROs for documentation support.
• Administer UAE and GCC pension fund processes.

4. Talent Management

• Execute the end-to-end Performance Management Cycle and generate reports.
• Conduct PMS training for line managers and employees.
• Support to Identify learning and development needs, execute & coordinate training delivery (soft skills, technical, leadership).
• Implement career development initiatives for UAE nationals.
• Support succession planning and critical position management.
• Administer performance improvement and booster plans.
• Maintain updated employee records related to talent initiatives.

5. Employee Experience

• Manage employee relations, grievances, and disciplinary cases.
• Handle MOHRE labor complaints and represent in employment tribunals.
• Support the development and reviewing of HR policies, procedures, and process maps.
• Review and closure of internal/external HR audits and maintain HR Risk Register updates.
• Manage staff attendance and leave management.
• Organize welfare events and employee engagement initiatives.
• Conduct engagement surveys and develop improvement action plans.
• Update organizational charts and ensure timely service delivery (staff letters, certifications).
• Medical insurance management (renewals, additions, deletions).
• Improve employee experience journey initiatives.
• Employee Onboarding & Offboarding.
• Executing Employee recognition programs.

6. Office Management (Support Role in coordination with Corporate Admin team)

• Coordinate office space planning and leasing contracts.
• Oversee office furniture, inventory, supplies, and maintenance.
• Manage reception, mail, courier, meeting rooms, and pantry services.
• Ensure regulatory compliance (Civil Defense, Hasantuk renewals).