HR & Administration Officer

TAAHEED; Sharjah; On-site; AED 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic HR & Administration Officer to join their expanding team in the Middle East. This role involves establishing HR procedures, developing training initiatives, and aligning staff with strategic goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in human resource management, particularly within the banking sector, and a keen understanding of UAE employment laws. Join this forward-thinking organization and contribute to their mission of excellence in human capital management while enjoying a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of HR experience in Banking or Financial Services.
• Knowledge of UAE local market and employment law.

Responsibilities

• Establish daily HR procedures and policies.
• Develop training and compensation strategies.
• Handle visa applications and payroll processing.

Skills

Human Resource Management

Banking Knowledge

Employment Law

Employee Relations

Training and Development

Compensation Strategies

Bilingual Communication

Education

Undergraduate Degree in HR Management

Job description

International Corporate Bank is currently undergoing expansion in their Middle East headquarters. Our client is one of the largest banking organizations around the globe, underpinned by an extremely strong balance sheet and growing profits.

They require the services of a HR & Administration Officer

1. Assist in establishing the daily procedures for the running of the human resources department, in conjunction with local and Head Office policies and procedures.
2. Review and formulate policies and procedures for the HR / Administration department for enhancement.
3. Prepare staff contracts, job confirmations, resignations, terminations, etc. Brief and orient new staff on bank policies and procedures.
4. Assist in developing and implementing training and development initiatives to address current capabilities and future training needs, including on-the-job operational training, department-specific training, management development, new hire orientation, and onboarding.
5. Assist in planning, developing, and implementing programs, procedures, and guidelines to help align staff with the strategic goals of the bank.
6. Assist in developing and implementing compensation strategies and structures that align with bank goals.
7. Assist in developing and implementing performance management systems.
8. Handle visa application processes and follow-up for employees.
9. Prepare staff monthly payroll.

Language Requirements

• Arabic - Fluent / Excellent
• English - Very Good

Additional Requirements

• Own a Car: Any
• Have a Driving License: Any

Job Skills

• An undergraduate degree, preferably in human resource management or banking.
• At least 3 years of HR experience, ideally within a Banking or Financial Services organization.
• Knowledge of the UAE local market is preferred.
• Broad knowledge of employment law, compensation, organizational planning, employee relations, and training and development.
• Positive attitude towards delivering quality work for both staff and management.
• Bilingual candidates are generally preferred.

About The Company

TAAHEED delivers pioneering recruitment solutions and consultancy services to MENA organizations that believe human capital is the major driver in building a ‘best-in-class’ team or company.

TAAHEED offers Search & Selection, Project & Managed Service solutions across key practices, including:

• Construction & Development
• Banking & Financial Services
• Insurance
• IT & Telecommunications
• Engineering & Industry
• Shared Services (HR/Legal/Accountancy/Professional Support)
• Higher Education Recruitment / University (Faculty Staff)
• Media, Advertising, Marketing, PR & Communications
• Public Sector

TAAHEED also is the region's number one contributor to Emiratization initiatives.