Head of HR

Charterhouse Partnership; Dubai; On-site; AED 480,000 - 960,000; Full time

Job summary

Charterhouse Partnership in Dubai is seeking a Head of HR to lead the development and execution of people strategies across the business. You will oversee talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, employee relations, payroll oversight, Emiratisation initiatives, and ensure compliance with UAE labour laws while partnering with senior leadership to build a high-performing, inclusive workplace.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar HR leadership role,

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in a similar HR leadership role in relevant industries.
• Strong knowledge of personnel administration, compensation and benefits, performance management, labour laws, and HR policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead workforce planning and recruitment strategies.
• Oversee succession planning and talent development.
• Manage employee relations, compensation benchmarking, and annual reviews.
• Supervise payroll oversight, insurance renewals, and Emiratisation initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations; support organisational change.
• Drive employee engagement and a positive, inclusive culture; manage HR budget and external partners.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Decision making

HSE knowledge

Job description

Charterhouse are working with a leading international organisation within the live events and entertainment industry, with a strong presence across the Middle East and international markets. Our client is currently looking to hire a Head of HR for their Dubai office.

The Head of HR will lead the development and execution of HR strategies, policies, and initiatives aligned with the company's business objectives. The role will oversee the full employee lifecycle, including talent acquisition, development, performance management, compensation and benefits, employee relations, well-being, and HR operations, while acting as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on people matters.

Key responsibilities include workforce planning and recruitment, succession and talent development, employee relations, compensation benchmarking and annual reviews, insurance renewals, payroll oversight, Emiratisation/Saudization initiatives, and ensuring compliance with applicable employment laws and regulations. The role will also support organisational change, employee engagement, and initiatives that promote a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.

In addition, the Head of HR will provide strategic and practical HR support across the business, ensuring people initiatives are aligned with business needs and delivered effectively. The role will oversee the HR budget, manage key external partners and recruitment agencies, strengthen the company's employee value proposition, and continuously improve HR processes, systems, and the overall employee experience.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years’ experience in a similar role, with strong knowledge of personnel administration, compensation and benefits, performance management, labour laws, and HR policies and practices. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and team management capabilities, complemented by proven skills in coaching, mentoring, project management, communication, organization, and decision-making. Practical knowledge and experience in HSE will also be essential.