Head of HR & People Operations (Dubai)

EMKAAN Architectural + Engineering Consultancy; Dubai; On-site; AED 140,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UAE work permit

Compensation & benefits package

Job summary

EMKAAN Architectural + Engineering Consultancy in Dubai seeks an experienced Head of HR to lead and modernise the HR function. You will shape people strategies, govern HR processes, and ensure compliance with UAE employment laws, driving scalable and professional people practices across the organisation.

You will partner with the Founder and senior leaders to design and implement HR governance, compensation structures and development programs, while overseeing recruitment, onboarding,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including senior leadership roles.
• Strong UAE HR experience with knowledge of employment legislation and immigration processes.
• Experience building or professionalising an HR function and implementing policies and governance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver an HR strategy and roadmap aligned with EMKAAN's growth.
• Advise Founder and senior leadership on people decisions and workforce requirements.
• Oversee policies, contracts, records, leave, payroll coordination and end-of-service processes.
• Manage visa, work permit and residency administration.
• Guide managers on performance concerns and employee relations matters.
• Develop compensation, benefits and salary review processes.

Skills

HR leadership

UAE labour law

Policy development

Employee relations

English communication

Education

HR/Business degree

Tools

HRIS systems

Payroll systems

MS Office

Job description

EMKAAN Architectural + Engineering Consultancy in Dubai seeks an experienced Head of HR to lead and modernise the HR function. You will shape people strategies, govern HR processes, and ensure compliance with UAE employment laws, driving scalable and professional people practices across the organisation.

You will partner with the Founder and senior leaders to design and implement HR governance, compensation structures and development programs, while overseeing recruitment, onboarding,