Head of HR Operations & Digital Transformation

Foreground LLC; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A large-scale diversified conglomerate in Sharjah is seeking a seasoned Head of HR Operations to lead the HR function’s transformation. This role involves rebuilding processes, ensuring compliance with UAE labor law, and overseeing a team toward shared services efficiency. The ideal candidate will have extensive HR experience, particularly in complex environments, and will play a vital role in enhancing the employee experience across the organization. This position is critical for innovating and streamlining HR operations in an ambitious company.

Qualifications

• 12 years of progressive HR experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in multi-entity environments in logistics or industrial services.
• Proven ability to implement HR systems in organizations undergoing transformation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and continuous improvement of HR operational processes.
• Oversee payroll processing and employee file management for 1500 employees.
• Collaborate with vendors to implement HR management systems.

Skills

HR operations leadership

Compliance with UAE labor law

Employee service empathy

Data reporting skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

HR certification (CIPD, SHRM)

Job description

A large-scale diversified conglomerate in Sharjah is seeking a seasoned Head of HR Operations to lead the HR function’s transformation. This role involves rebuilding processes, ensuring compliance with UAE labor law, and overseeing a team toward shared services efficiency. The ideal candidate will have extensive HR experience, particularly in complex environments, and will play a vital role in enhancing the employee experience across the organization. This position is critical for innovating and streamlining HR operations in an ambitious company.