HR Manager

Antal International; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate and development company in Dubai is seeking a strategic HR Manager to lead all HR aspects. The ideal candidate will align HR strategies with business objectives and manage end-to-end HR operations including recruitment, performance management, payroll, and employee relations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in HR or related field and at least 5 years of HR experience in relevant sectors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of HR experience, preferably in real estate, construction, or property development.
• Strong understanding of UAE labor laws and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in alignment with UAE labor laws and company objectives.
• Lead recruitment and onboarding across departments such as Sales, Marketing, Projects, and Administration.
• Manage employee performance appraisal systems and ensure regular evaluations.
• Oversee payroll, attendance, and leave management in coordination with the accounts department.
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory HR requirements in the UAE.
• Design and deliver training and development programs to enhance employee skills and productivity.
• Handle employee relations, grievances, and disciplinary procedures with fairness and confidentiality.
• Drive initiatives to strengthen company culture, engagement, and retention.
• Support management in organizational planning and provide HR reports and analytics.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Knowledge of UAE labor laws

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

MS Office

HR software systems

Job description

Job Title

HR Manager

Department

Human Resources

Location

Dubai, UAE

Reports To

General Manager / CEO

About the Role

We are seeking a strategic and hands‑on HR Manager to lead all aspects of human resources for our real estate and development company. The ideal candidate will align HR strategies with business goals, foster a positive workplace culture, and manage end‑to‑end HR operations including recruitment, performance management, payroll, and employee relations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in alignment with UAE labor laws and company objectives
• Lead recruitment and onboarding across departments such as Sales, Marketing, Projects, and Administration
• Manage employee performance appraisal systems and ensure regular evaluations
• Oversee payroll, attendance, and leave management in coordination with the accounts department
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory HR requirements in the UAE
• Design and deliver training and development programs to enhance employee skills and productivity
• Handle employee relations, grievances, and disciplinary procedures with fairness and confidentiality
• Drive initiatives to strengthen company culture, engagement, and retention
• Support management in organizational planning and provide HR reports and analytics

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of HR experience, preferably in real estate, construction, or property development
• Strong understanding of UAE labor laws and HR best practices
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving abilities
• Proficient in MS Office and HR software systems