HR Director

Michael Page; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Director of HR to oversee human resources across multiple business units, driving strategic HR initiatives. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of HR experience and a proven track record in managing large organizations. This role offers a competitive salary of up to 80,000 AED per month plus benefits.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

Performance bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 15+ years of HR experience, including 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong involvement in managing large blue-collar population organizations.
• Proven strategic thinking and business insight.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated success in leading transformative HR initiatives.
• Experience in managing HR across multiple business units.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute HR strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes.
• Handle workplace issues and grievances.
• Collaborate with leadership on performance systems.
• Lead onboarding and training initiatives.
• Develop competitive salary structures and benefits programs.

Skills

Strategic HR Leadership

Talent Acquisition

Employee Relations

Performance Management

Learning & Development

Compensation & Benefits

Policy & Compliance

Workforce Planning

Employee Engagement

Legal Compliance

HR Technology

Diversity & Inclusion

Conflict Resolution

Employee Well-being

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

The Director of HR will oversee human resources across multiple business units, driving strategic initiatives in talent acquisition, employee development, and organizational culture. This leadership role ensures the company attracts and retains top talent while maintaining compliance and fostering a high-performing workplace.

Description

• Strategic HR Leadership: Design and execute HR strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Talent Acquisition: Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, from sourcing to selection.
• Employee Relations: Handle workplace issues, grievances, and disciplinary actions.
• Performance Management: Collaborate with leadership to implement performance systems and feedback mechanisms.
• Learning & Development: Lead onboarding, identify skill gaps, and oversee training initiatives.
• Compensation & Benefits: Develop and manage competitive salary structures and benefits programs.
• Policy & Compliance: Create HR policies ensuring alignment with legal and regulatory standards.
• Workforce Planning: Analyze staffing trends and guide succession planning and talent development.
• Employee Engagement: Launch initiatives to boost morale, satisfaction, and retention.
• Legal Compliance: Ensure adherence to labor laws and internal policies.
• HR Technology: Implement and maintain HRIS and digital tools to enhance HR operations.
• Diversity & Inclusion: Champion inclusive practices and a diverse workplace culture.
• Conflict Resolution: Mediate disputes and foster a collaborative environment.
• Employee Well-being: Promote health, safety, and wellness across the organization.

Profile

• 15+ years of HR experience, including 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Industrial sector track record with strong involvement in managing large blue-collar population organizations.
• Western Market experience.
• Proven strategic thinking and business insight.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated success in leading transformative HR initiatives.
• Experience in managing HR across multiple business units or within a group structure.
• Skilled in conflict resolution and problem-solving.
• Proficient in HR systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with complex, diverse organizational environments.

Job Offer

There is a competitive package of up to 80,000 AED per month + benefits and the unrivaled opportunity to lead promising transformation in a leading organization.

Skills hr director