HR Director: Strategy, Talent & Compliance Leader

Client of Teach East; Dubai; On-site; AED 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach East seeks an experienced HR Director to lead the HR function, shaping people strategy and delivering HR services across the organisation.

The role acts as trusted advisor to senior leadership, championing a high-performance, compliant and inclusive culture. On-site presence in Dubai is required, engaging with senior management and cross-functional teams to drive people-centred outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Administration or related field; master's preferred.
• Professional HR certification such as CIPD or SHRM-SCP is desirable.
• 10+ years progressive HR experience with at least 5 in a senior leadership role, ideally UAE/GCC.
• Strong knowledge of UAE labour law and local regulations.
• Experience with HRIS and using HR analytics to drive business outcomes.
• Demonstrated leadership with collaborative, results-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the overarching HR strategy aligned with business goals and values.
• Lead talent acquisition, employer branding and workforce planning to attract high-calibre professionals.
• Oversee performance management, succession planning and leadership development.
• Design and manage compensation and benefits frameworks ensuring market alignment and internal equity.
• Ensure compliance with UAE labour law and local regulations, managing policies and contracts.
• Provide strategic employee relations advice and handle complex investigations.
• Drive organizational design, change management and cultural initiatives.
• Use HR analytics to inform decision-making and report workforce trends to executives.
• Lead, mentor and develop the HR team; promote best practice across HR operations.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic HR planning

Employee relations

Change management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Admin

Master's degree (advantage)

Tools

HRIS (e.g., SAP SuccessFactors)

HR analytics tools

Job description

Teach East seeks an experienced HR Director to lead the HR function, shaping people strategy and delivering HR services across the organisation.

The role acts as trusted advisor to senior leadership, championing a high-performance, compliant and inclusive culture. On-site presence in Dubai is required, engaging with senior management and cross-functional teams to drive people-centred outcomes.