GCC People Operations Specialist — Onboarding & HRIS

Four Principles

Dubai

On-site

AED 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Four Principles is seeking a hands-on People & Culture Operations Specialist to manage onboarding for UAE and KSA, administer HR systems like Zelt and SharePoint, and support payroll across GCC. The role involves day-to-day operations, performance cycle support, and off-boarding with a focus on data accuracy and process ownership.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in HR operations, strong Excel and reporting skills, and familiarity with GCC HR platforms.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in HR or related field.
  • 3+ years in HR operations, people operations, or similar administrative HR role.
  • Experience with GCC HR platforms (QIWA, AXS) and payroll in KSA/UAE is a plus.
  • Strong Excel and Word skills with reporting and dashboard experience.
  • Proficiency in HRIS and people systems and data-driven decision support.

Responsibilities

  • Own end-to-end onboarding for UAE and KSA joiners, ensuring a smooth experience from offer to day one.
  • Administer onboarding surveys and drive improvements in the joiner experience.
  • Oversee day-to-day employee operations and serve as first point of contact for queries.
  • Manage AXS platform and HRIS (Zelt); maintain accurate data and timesheet/project administration.
  • Coordinate device & IT procurement, license renewals, and vendor management.
  • Support payroll administration across UAE & KSA and collaborate with EOR for mobility.
  • Administer trainings and coordinate performance review cycles.
  • Oversee end-to-end off-boarding with professional and careful handling.

Skills

HR operations
People operations
Data analysis
MS Excel
HRIS systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or Business Administration

Tools

AXS platform
Zelt
SharePoint

Job description

Four Principles is seeking a hands-on People & Culture Operations Specialist to manage onboarding for UAE and KSA, administer HR systems like Zelt and SharePoint, and support payroll across GCC. The role involves day-to-day operations, performance cycle support, and off-boarding with a focus on data accuracy and process ownership.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in HR operations, strong Excel and reporting skills, and familiarity with GCC HR platforms.

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