HR Executive

Client of Gateworth Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

Gateworth is seeking an experienced HR Executive to oversee local HR operations, performance management, and recruitment in the UAE. The role partners with cross-functional stakeholders to boost employee engagement, drive retention, and support business performance.

Key responsibilities include managing DMCC Portal compliance, coordinating performance reviews, onboarding, payroll liaison, and maintaining HR records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in HR with 2–3 years UAE experience.
• Experience in HR operations/generalist roles.
• Familiarity with DMCC-registered company portals and compliance.
• Ability to build relationships with employees and stakeholders at all levels.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary local HR contact for employees and managers.
• Partner with business leaders to drive employee retention and engagement.
• Coordinate performance reviews, team training, and feedback processes.
• Manage admin requirements through the DMCC Portal and ensure compliance.
• Lead end-to-end recruitment: job ads, screening, interviews, onboarding.
• Oversee employee lifecycle: onboarding, changes, transfers, offboarding.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems.
• Support payroll cycle with finance for accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage employee medical insurance: onboarding, amendments, renewals.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and internal policies.

Skills

HR Generalist

Recruitment

Payroll collaboration

Employee Relations

Education

Bachelor Degree in HR

Tools

DMCC Portal

Job description

Gateworth are working exclusively with a leading infrastructure client to appoint an experienced HR Executive. Operating in a highly autonomous role and reporting to the Regional Head of HR, this individual will oversee all local HR operations, performance management, and talent acquisition activities.

The successful candidate will partner closely with stakeholders across multiple business divisions, acting as a key link between teams to drive employee engagement, operational effectiveness, and overall business performance.

Main Responsibilities

Serve as the primary local HR contact for employees and managers, providing guidance and support across a broad range of people-related matters.

Partner with business leaders to drive employee retention and engagement, fostering a positive workplace while supporting the organisation's commercial objectives.

Coordinate and facilitate performance reviews, team training, and employee feedback processes.

Manage all company and employee administrative requirements through the DMCC Portal, ensuring full compliance with local regulations and deadlines.

Lead end-to-end recruitment activities, including drafting job advertisements, candidate screening, interview coordination and onboarding.

Oversee the complete employee lifecycle process, including new joiner onboarding, employment changes, transfers, and offboarding.

Maintain accurate employee records, HR systems and organisational structures in line with company standards.

Support with overseeing the full payroll cycle working closely with finance to ensure accuracy and timely processing.

Manage and process employee medical insurance, including onboarding, amendments to coverage and renewals.

Ensure compliance with employment legislation, internal policies, and HR best practices across all areas of the business.

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor s Degree in HR combined with at least 2-3 years relevant UAE experience, working in a HR operations/generalist role.

Strong understanding and proven record of implementing relevant HR practices which balance the priorities of the business alongside local employment regulations.

Ability to build professional working relationships with employees and stakeholders at all levels.

Positive and solutions-focused approach, with experience working in a fast-paced, agile environment where priorities can change quickly, requiring adaptability and strong attention to detail.

Previous experience working within a DMCC-registered company would be highly advantageous, given the requirement to manage relevant portals and ensure compliance with free zone regulations.