HR Executive

Gulf Aquaculture; Umm Al Quwain; On-site; AED 56,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Residence visa + medical insurance

Annual flight home

Job summary

Gulf Aquaculture is seeking a Senior Human Resource Officer in Umm Al Quwain, UAE, to bridge operations staff with executive leadership and act as a strategic HR consultant. The role shapes workforce plans, manages recruitment, and drives employee relations and compliance initiatives.

The candidate will lead HR operations, optimize payroll and benefits, and benchmark salaries against market data while fostering an inclusive culture and performance-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in HR/Business; Master or SHRM/CIPD preferred.
• 5+ years HR experience, 2+ in senior role.
• Knowledge of local labor laws; strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Align HR strategies with business objectives and design org structures.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and succession planning.
• Manage employee relations, grievances, and culture initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and maintain HR policies.
• Oversee payroll inputs and benefits, KPI tracking.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Conflict resolution

Communication skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Active listening

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Master's or SHRM/CIPD certification

Tools

Workday

SAP SuccessFactors

Bayzat

ATS systems

Job description

Position Summary

Gulf Aquaculture is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Human Resource Officer that will generally serve as a bridge between operational staff and executive leadership. The successful candidate aligns business objectives with employees and management. The role serves as a strategic consultant to leadership on human resource-related issues. A successful candidate acts as an employee champion and change agent, managing both strategic planning and daily HR operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic HR & Workforce Planning: Align HR strategies with overall business objectives. Structure organizational designs to optimize team efficiency. Develop workforce plans to meet future hiring needs. Lead management initiatives change across departments.
• Talent Acquisition & Management: Oversee recruitment cycles from sourcing to final onboarding. Implement psychometric testing and advanced vetting tools. Design retention strategies to minimize employee turnover. Build succession plans for critical business roles.
• Employee Relations & Culture: Resolve complex grievances and manage disciplinary actions. Counsel managers on employee relations best practices. Foster inclusive culture initiatives to boost morale. Conduct exit interviews to identify areas for improvement.
• Compliance & Labor Law: Enforce strict adherence to regional and local labor laws. Update employee handbooks and company workplace guidelines regularly. Manage legal documentation related to employment contracts and visas. Mitigate compliance risks through regular internal audits.
• Performance & Compensation: Manage appraisal cycles and key performance indicators (KPIs). Benchmark salary structures against current market data. Oversee payroll inputs and employee benefits administration. Track HR metrics like cost-per-hire and time-to-fill.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. Master's degree or SHRM/CIPD certification is highly preferred.
• Experience: 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a senior or specialist role.
• Legal Knowledge: Deep understanding of local labor laws and employment regulations.
• Software: Proficiency with HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or Bayzat) and ATS systems.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional conflict resolution, active listening, and strategic communication skills.
• Languages: Fluent in English (written and spoken); Arabic or other languages are a plus.

What We Offer

• Competitive tax-free salary package.
• UAE residence visa and comprehensive medical insurance.
• Annual flight ticket home, career growth.
• Pay: AED5,000.00 - AED6,000.00 per month.
• Work Location: In person