HR & Administration Officer

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment solutions provider in Sharjah is seeking an HR & Administration Officer with fluency in Arabic and English. The role involves establishing HR procedures, formulating policies, managing employee contracts, and training initiatives. Ideal candidates should have at least 3 years of HR experience, preferably in banking. Local market knowledge is a plus, and candidates should demonstrate a positive and proactive approach to HR functions.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of HR experience ideally within a Banking or Financial Services organization.
• Broad knowledge of employment, compensation, organizational planning, and training.
• Ability to deliver quality work for staff and management.

Responsibilities

• Establish daily HR procedures in line with company policies.
• Formulate HR policies for department enhancement.
• Prepare staff contracts and handle terminations.
• Assist in training and development initiatives.
• Manage employee visa issues and monthly payroll.

Skills

Fluent Arabic

Very Good English

HR experience

Local UAE market knowledge

Positive attitude

Bilingual

Education

Undergraduate degree in human resource management or banking

Job description

Overview

International Corporate Bank is currently undergoing expansion in their Middle East headquarters. Our client is one of the largest banking organisations around the globe, underpinned by an extremely strong balance-sheet and growing profits. They require the services of a HR & Administration Officer.

Responsibilities

• Assist in establishing the daily procedure for the running of the human resources, in conjunction with local and Head Office policies and procedures
• Review and formulate policies and procedures for HR / Administration department for enhancement
• Prepare staff contracts, job confirmations, resignations, terminations etc. Brief and orientates new staff on banks policies and procedures
• Assist in developing and implementing training and development initiatives to address current capabilities and future training needs, including on-the-job operational training, department special training, management development, new hire orientation and on boarding
• Assist in planning, developing and implementing programs, procedures, and guidelines to help align staff with the strategic goals of the bank
• Assist in developing and implementing compensation strategies and structures that align with bank goals
• Assist in developing and implementing performance management
• Applying for and following up on employee’s visa issues
• Prepare staff monthly payroll

Requirements

• Arabic - Fluent / Excellent
• English - Very Good
• Own a Car: Any
• Have 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
• Local UAE market knowledge would be preferred
• Broad knowledge of employment, compensation, organizational planning, employee relations, and training and development
• Positive attitude to delivering quality work for both staff and management
• Bilingual candidates are generally preferred

About The Company

TAAHEED deliver 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 offer 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 are the regions number one contributor to Emiratization initiatives.