HR Administration Officer

NAFFCO GROUP; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public safety organization in Abu Dhabi is seeking an HR Administration Officer to ensure efficient HR operations compliant with UAE Labour Law. The role involves managing employee records, payroll, and benefits as well as handling HR documentation. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Human Resources, 2-4 years of experience, and strong organizational skills. This mid-level contract position offers a dynamic work environment and important contributions to HR functions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–4 years' experience in an HR Administration role.
• Solid understanding of UAE Labour Law and payroll processes.
• Experience in managing employee accommodations and transportation.

Responsibilities

• Perform HR administration activities like onboarding and offboarding.
• Support payroll administration and coordinate employee benefits.
• Ensure compliance with UAE Labour Law in HR practices.

Skills

Organizational skills

HR practices knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Confidential information handling

Multi-priority management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS or payroll systems

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive HR Administration Officer to join our team in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This key role will support the delivery of a comprehensive range of human resources and administrative functions, ensuring efficient HR operations in full compliance with UAE Labour Law and company policies.

Key Responsibilities – HR Administration, Payroll & Employee Support

• Perform day‑to‑day HR administration activities, including onboarding and offboarding employees, preparing employment contracts, amendments, and maintaining accurate employee records in line with UAE Labour Law and MOHRE requirements.
• Maintain and update employee files (digital and physical), HR databases, and personnel records, ensuring accuracy for audits, payroll, and government inspections.
• Support payroll administration by coordinating attendance, leave records, overtime, allowances, deductions, and end‑of‑service benefits (EOSB).
• Administer employee benefits, including leave management, air ticket entitlements, medical insurance, gratuity calculations, and other statutory or company‑provided benefits.
• Handle HR documentation such as contracts, warnings, renewals, and employee letters as required.
• Act as a first point of contact for employee HR queries related to contracts, payroll, leave, benefits, accommodation, and transportation.

Accommodation Administration

• Coordinate and manage employee accommodation arrangements, including room allocation, records, occupancy tracking, and coordination with camp/accommodation providers.
• Monitor accommodation and transportation costs and prepare basic reports for management review.

Compliance, Records & Reporting

• Ensure HR policies, procedures, and practices are implemented in compliance with UAE Labour Law, MOHRE regulations, and company internal policies.
• Support visa‑related documentation and coordination (employment contracts, renewals, and employee records) in collaboration with PRO or Government Relations teams.
• Prepare HR reports related to headcount, attendance, leave, payroll summaries, and accommodation/transport usage as required by management.

Required Skills – HR Administration, Payroll & Confidentiality

• Strong organisational and administrative skills with proven experience handling confidential employee information.
• Practical knowledge of UAE HR practices.
• Good understanding of employee accommodation, transportation, and vehicle administration within a corporate or project‑based environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with HRIS or payroll systems is an advantage.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications & Experience – Human Resources & Administration

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 2–4 years’ experience in an HR Administration or HR Assistant role within the UAE.
• Solid understanding of UAE Labour Law, HR administration processes, and payroll coordination.
• Experience in companies managing blue‑collar and white‑collar employees, accommodation, and transportation is highly preferred.

Job Details

Role Level: Mid‑Level
Work Type: Contract
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Abu Dhabi
Company Website: http://careers.naffco.com/
Job Function: Human Resources (HR)
Company Industry: Public Safety