HR Assistant

Duncan & Ross; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR firm in Dubai is seeking a proactive HR Assistant, exclusively for UAE Nationals. The role supports recruitment, maintains employee records, and assists with onboarding and offboarding. Ideal candidates should be fluent in Arabic and English, and hold a Bachelor's degree in HR or Business Administration. The position requires strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The company offers a professional work environment with opportunities for career development and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Training and career development opportunities

Exposure to HR best practices

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in HR or Business Administration.
• 12 years of HR experience preferred; internships considered.
• Fluency in both Arabic and English is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end recruitment processes including posting and scheduling.
• Maintain accurate employee records and update HR systems.
• Assist in onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Respond to employee queries related to policies and benefits.
• Ensure compliance with UAE labor laws.

Skills

Fluency in Arabic and English

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented UAE National for the role of HR Assistant to support the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources department. The ideal candidate will be fluent in both Arabic and English with strong administrative capabilities and a commitment to excellence in HR support. This role plays a vital part in maintaining employee records, supporting recruitment, assisting with onboarding and offboarding, and ensuring accurate documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end recruitment processes including job postings, interview scheduling, and candidate communication.
• Maintain accurate employee records and update HR systems and databases.
• Draft and issue HR-related letters including contracts, salary certificates, NOCs, and experience letters in both Arabic and English.
• Assist in the onboarding and offboarding process including document collection, orientation, and clearance procedures.
• Respond to day-to-day employee queries related to policies, leave, and benefits.
• Monitor attendance and leave tracking in coordination with payroll processes.
• Coordinate employee engagement initiatives and HR events.
• Ensure all HR practices comply with UAE labor laws and internal policies.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and integrity.

Qualifications & Requirements

• This position is open to UAE Nationals only.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 12 years of experience in an HR role is preferred (internships will be considered).
• Fluency in both Arabic and English is mandatory.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with HR systems is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and confidentiality.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• A supportive and professional work environment
• Opportunities for training and career development
• Exposure to core HR functions and best practices
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Vertical: Corporate