Executive, Human Resources

Bab Al Shams Desert Resort; Dubai; On-site; AED 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Bab Al Shams Desert Resort in Dubai is seeking an HR Executive to drive data-driven HR analytics, onboarding, payroll, and lifecycle management. You will maintain accurate HR data, prepare workforce reports, and ensure timely payroll support in a hospitality setting.

You will partner with HR and operations to optimise processes, support recruitment, and continuously improve employee experiences while safeguarding confidentiality and high service standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, Data Analytics, or related field.
• 2–4 years HR experience, hospitality preferred.
• Strong Excel, HR reporting, and data analytics skills.
• Experience with HRIS, Time & Attendance, and payroll systems; knowledge of SuccessFactors is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive with a data-driven approach to HR and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate HR data and employee records across HR systems and trackers.
• Prepare regular HR reports, dashboards, and workforce analytics covering headcount, turnover, absenteeism, leave, recruitment, and employee movements.
• Analyse HR data and provide insights to support management decisions.
• Manage Time & Attendance records, attendance, leave, overtime, and discrepancies.
• Support the monthly payroll process with timely submission of attendance, leave, overtime, and data.
• Coordinate end-to-end onboarding: pre-employment docs, joining, induction, records.
• Support recruitment activities including CV screening, interview coordination, offers, and tracking.
• Maintain onboarding trackers and provide status updates.
• Support employee engagement, welfare, and HR initiatives across the property.
• Ensure HR data supports payroll audits and other requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes through digitalisation and automation.

Skills

HR analytics

HR reporting

Time & Attendance

Payroll systems

SuccessFactors

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business Administration / Data Analytics

Tools

Excel

HRIS

Payroll software

SuccessFactors

Job description

Rare Finds is a diverse collection of resorts celebrating the individuality and unique identity of a destination, with a distinct ability to captivate the imagination, and bring to the forefront the essence of a place.

Authentic and captivating, Bab Al Shams Desert Resort is a truly magical destination, where expertly curated itineraries and bespoke entertainment are the beating heart of our legendary desert-based destination. Part of our unique Rare Finds collection, the essence of Bab Al Shams joins our guests together to discover the most soulful experiences and humbling journeys, set against Dubai’s endless dunes and rich culture.

About The Role

The HR Executive supports the Human Resources function with a strong focus on HR data analytics, reporting, onboarding, payroll, and employee lifecycle management. The role is responsible for maintaining accurate HR data, preparing workforce reports and insights, supporting payroll and Time & Attendance processes, and ensuring a smooth onboarding experience for new colleagues.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate HR data and employee records across HR systems and trackers.
• Prepare regular HR reports, dashboards, and workforce analytics covering headcount, turnover, absenteeism, leave, recruitment, and employee movements.
• Analyse HR data and provide insights to support informed management decision-making.
• Manage and monitor Time & Attendance records, including attendance, leave, overtime, and related discrepancies.
• Support the monthly payroll process by ensuring accurate and timely submission of attendance, leave, overtime, and employee data.
• Coordinate the end-to-end onboarding process, including pre-employment documentation, joining formalities, induction, and employee records.
• Support recruitment activities including CV screening, interview coordination, offer preparation, and recruitment tracking.
• Maintain recruitment and onboarding trackers and provide regular status updates.
• Support employee engagement, welfare, and HR initiatives across the property.
• Ensure accurate HR data for payroll, audits, and other business requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes through digitalisation, automation, and effective data management.

Experience & Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of HR experience, preferably within hospitality or a service-oriented environment.
• Strong Microsoft Excel, HR reporting, and data analytics skills.
• Experience with HRIS, Time & Attendance, and payroll systems; knowledge of SuccessFactors or similar platforms is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Good understanding of recruitment, onboarding, payroll, and employee lifecycle processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and service orientation.
• Proactive mindset with an interest in data-driven HR and process improvement.

Join a team that is warm,caring, connected and empowered to create truly unique experiences. 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.