HR-Employee Relations Executive

Careers International; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A human resources management firm in Abu Dhabi seeks an Employee Relations & Engagement specialist. In this role, you will address employee concerns, conduct engagement activities, and ensure compliance with labor laws. The ideal candidate will have a degree in HR, 2-4 years of relevant experience, and strong communication skills. Knowledge of Indian labor law is essential. This position promises a collaborative work environment focused on employee welfare.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in HR / Employee Relations, preferably in FMCG or manufacturing setup.
• Knowledge of labor laws and disciplinary procedures is essential.
• Experience dealing with unions or field teams is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for employee concerns and grievances.
• Conduct employee engagement activities, surveys, and feedback sessions.
• Investigate and resolve employee complaints in a timely and objective manner.
• Ensure adherence to applicable labor laws and monitor statutory compliances.
• Support the disciplinary process including issuing warnings and preparing documentation.
• Conduct exit interviews and analyze reasons for attrition.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Strong understanding of Indian labor law

Empathy, fairness, and integrity

Problem-solving and conflict-resolution capabilities

Proficient in MS Office and HRIS tools

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in human resources or related field

Job description

Job Description

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Serve as the first point of contact for employee concerns and grievances.
• Conduct employee engagement activities, surveys, and feedback sessions.
• Build strong rapport with employees across functions to maintain open communication.

Grievance Handling & Conflict Resolution

• Investigate and resolve employee complaints in a timely and objective manner.
• Maintain detailed documentation of all grievance and disciplinary cases.
• Advise managers on fair treatment and conflict management best practices.

Labor Law Compliance

• Ensure adherence to applicable labor laws (Factories Act, ID Act, Shops & Establishments, etc.).
• Monitor statutory compliances including working hours, overtime, holidays, etc.
• Liaise with external agencies and labor inspectors during audits or inspections.

Disciplinary Action & Investigations

• Support the disciplinary process including issuing warnings, conducting inquiries, and preparing documentation.
• Ensure all actions are legally compliant and fairly administered.

Industrial Relations (if applicable)

• Coordinate with union representatives to ensure healthy labor-management relations.
• Support collective bargaining processes and assist in agreement renewals.

Welfare & Retention

• Oversee implementation of employee welfare programs (transport, meals, hygiene, health checks, etc.).
• Support HR in identifying attrition trends and designing retention strategies.

Exit & Offboarding

• Conduct exit interviews and analyze reasons for attrition.
• Ensure smooth offboarding and compliance with final settlement protocols.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in human resources, Labor Law, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in HR / Employee Relations, preferably in FMCG or manufacturing setup.
• Knowledge of labor laws and disciplinary procedures is essential.
• Experience dealing with unions or field teams is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of Indian labor law.
• Empathy, fairness, and integrity in handling sensitive matters.
• Problem-solving and conflict-resolution capabilities.
• Proficient in MS Office and HRIS tools.