HR Generalist

Confidential; Ajman; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an experienced HR Generalist to oversee HR functions for 50-80 employees. Responsibilities include managing recruitment, employee records, payroll coordination, and ensuring compliance with UAE labor laws. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills while fostering a healthy work environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Dynamic and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of broad HR generalist experience in the UAE.
• Hands-on experience with ZOHO HR modules.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment cycle including job postings and interviews.
• Ensure compliance with UAE Labor Law.
• Track attendance and manage payroll coordination.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Business Administration

Tools

ZOHO People

Job description

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and reliable HR Generalist to independently manage the HR function for a workforce of 50-80 employees including office staff operations and blue-collar workers. This role is responsible for overseeing all core HR activities such as recruitment onboarding employee records payroll coordination compliance with UAE labor law and employee relations. The ideal candidate is hands-on organized and capable of handling the full employee lifecycle while supporting company culture and operational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Manage the full recruitment cycle: job postings screening interviews offers.
• Coordinate employee onboarding induction and orientation programs.
• Ensure proper documentation and recordkeeping of new hires.

Employee Records & Compliance

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records (physical and digital).
• Ensure HR policies and practices comply with UAE Labor Law.
• Monitor contract renewals visa expirations (in coordination with PRO/external parties) and legal documents.

Attendance & Leave Management

• Track attendance and leave records using relevant systems.
• Ensure accurate monthly reports for payroll coordination.
• Manage sick leave annual leave and other types of absences per policy.

Payroll Coordination

• Compile monthly payroll inputs: attendance overtime deductions etc.
• Coordinate with the Finance or Payroll team to ensure timely and accurate salary processing.

Employee Relations & Support

• Serve as the first point of contact for employee concerns grievances and queries.
• Assist in resolving conflicts and promoting a healthy work environment.
• Support performance review processes and probation evaluations.

HR Policy & Process Improvement

• Draft implement and update HR policies and procedures.
• Recommend improvements in HR processes forms and internal communications.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or a related field.
• 35 years of broad HR generalist experience in the UAE.
• Must have hands-on experience using ZOHO People or other ZOHO HR modules.
• Solid understanding of UAE Labor Law and HR best practices.
• Experience working with blue-collar and operational staff is a strong advantage.
• Familiar with attendance/timekeeping systems and payroll coordination.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Fluent in English; Arabic is a plus

What We Offer:

• Salary range between 4000 to 6.000 AED Insurance Sim
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Dynamic and inclusive work environment