Employee Experience Manager

Indoguna Productions FZCO; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Indoguna Productions FZCO in Dubai is seeking an experienced HR professional to lead the HR on-site at Jebel Ali Free Zone. You will manage the HR function and employee experience to build a high-performing workplace culture.

Responsibilities include payroll, attendance, benefits, recruitment, onboarding, performance management and employee relations, ensuring alignment with UAE Labour Law and company policies. Fluency in English is required; Arabic is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of progressive HR experience, preferably within manufacturing, food production, FMCG, hospitality or a similar operational environment.
• Hands-on experience managing payroll, attendance, leave, employee records, benefits and day-to-day HR administration.
• Manage the complete employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, development, engagement, retention and offboarding.
• Strong experience in employee relations, including grievances, disciplinary matters and workplace concerns.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall HR function and employee experience.
• Build an engaged, positive and high-performing workplace culture.
• Ensure compliance with UAE Labour Law and JAFZA requirements.
• Coordinate training and development programs based on needs.
• Partner with department heads on manpower planning and people-related matters.

Skills

HR management

Payroll

Employee relations

Performance management

People development

Arabic language

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRMS systems

Payroll software

HR reporting

Job description

Company Description - We are a premium food manufacturer based in Jebel Ali, Dubai, specializing in high-quality halal meat and convenience food products. Operating from a state of the art manufacturing facility , We serves customers across the UAE and international markets. , we are committed to quality, innovation, consistency and exceptional service.

Role Description - The position is a full-time, on site role based in Jebel Ali Free Zone, Dubai. The role is responsible for managing the overall HR function and employee experience, ensuring efficient HR operations while building an engaged, positive and high-performing workplace culture.

The role will work closely with leadership and department heads to manage the employee lifecycle, HR operations, employee relations, engagement and development while ensuring compliance with UAE Labour Law and company policies.

Qualification and Key Responsibilities

• 5–8 years of progressive HR experience, preferably within manufacturing, food production, FMCG, hospitality or a similar operational environment.
• Hands-on experience managing payroll, attendance, leave, employee records, benefits and day-to-day HR administration.
• Manage the complete employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, development, engagement, retention and offboarding.
• Strong experience in employee relations, including grievances, disciplinary matters and workplace concerns.
• Drive employee engagement, recognition, well-being and workplace culture initiatives.
• Coordinate training and development programs based on employee and organizational needs.
• Partner with department heads on manpower planning, performance management and people-related matters.
• Ensure HR practices comply with UAE Labour Law, JAFZA requirements and company policies.
• Experience with HRMS, payroll systems, HR reporting and employee data management.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with a multicultural and multilingual workforce, from production employees to senior management.
• Ability to analyze HR data and employee feedback and recommend practical improvements.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, , or a related field; relevant HR certifications are an advantage.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic is preferred. Additional languages are an advantage.