Global HR Admin Specialist — Campus & Payroll

Heriot-Watt University; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global university in Dubai is seeking an HR Officer to provide administrative support across the employee journey, from recruitment to payroll. The successful candidate will manage HR queries, coordinate induction processes, and assist in maintaining compliance with HR regulations. A suitable candidate should have SCQF Level 6 education or equivalent experience, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft tools, especially Excel. This role offers a dynamic environment within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Considerable experience in a similar administrative role.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive data.
• Experience in coordinating recruitment logistics and onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Act as first point of contact for HR queries.
• Coordinate recruitment activities including scheduling interviews.
• Draft and issue contracts for staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Suite proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Flexible approach

Education

Educated to SCQF Level 6 or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Oracle HR system

Job description

A leading global university in Dubai is seeking an HR Officer to provide administrative support across the employee journey, from recruitment to payroll. The successful candidate will manage HR queries, coordinate induction processes, and assist in maintaining compliance with HR regulations. A suitable candidate should have SCQF Level 6 education or equivalent experience, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft tools, especially Excel. This role offers a dynamic environment within a supportive team.