HR Manager

Powerlease; Dubai; On-site; AED 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Powerlease is seeking an experienced HR Manager in Dubai to lead HR operations under UAE Labour Law. You will oversee HR administration, recruitment, payroll coordination, visa processes, and employee relations, ensuring regulatory compliance and efficient workforce management.

You will develop HR policies and supervise the HR team, driving initiatives in onboarding, performance management, and retention in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or Business Administration (MBA or CHRM/CHRP preferred).
• Minimum 5–7 years HR experience, UAE preferred.
• Strong knowledge of UAE Labour Law and employment regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor HR policies and procedures in compliance with UAE Labour Law.
• Manage full employee lifecycle: planning, recruitment, onboarding, probation, performance, relations, offboarding.
• Oversee visa processing, renewals, cancellations, work permits, quota management with authorities.
• Supervise payroll coordination, attendance, leave, deductions, and end-of-service benefits.
• Manage contracts, disciplinary actions, grievances, investigations, and workplace issues.
• Oversee employee medical & life insurance and related costs.

Skills

HR policy development

Leadership

Communication

Employee relations

MS Office

HRMS

Education

Bachelor's in HR or Business Admin

MBA or CHRM/CHRP

Tools

WPS

HR software

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and proactive HR Manager to lead and oversee our HR operations. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of UAE Labour Law, HR administration, recruitment, payroll coordination, visa and immigration processes, and employee relations.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring smooth HR operations, regulatory compliance, effective workforce management, and the development of HR policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor HR policies and procedures in compliance with UAE Labour Law.
• Manage the complete employee lifecycle, including manpower planning, recruitment, onboarding, probation, performance management, employee relations, and offboarding.
• Oversee visa processing, renewals, cancellations, work permits, quota management, and coordination with MOHRE, DMCC, GDRFA, ICP, and other authorities.
• Supervise payroll coordination, attendance, leave management, salary advances, deductions, and full and final settlements.
• Manage employment contracts, disciplinary actions, grievances, investigations, and workplace issues.
• Oversee employee medical insurance, life insurance, benefits, and related cost management.
• Monitor manpower requirements, headcount, recruitment budgets, and employee-related costs.
• Prepare HR reports, MIS, and management updates covering headcount, recruitment, turnover, absenteeism, payroll, and visa status.
• Ensure proper employee documentation, record management, confidentiality, HR audits, and internal controls.
• Oversee performance appraisals, training, employee engagement, and retention initiatives.
• Lead and supervise the HR team, ensuring efficient operations, timely task completion, and effective handovers.
• Advise management on HR matters, workforce planning, compliance, organisational requirements, and process improvements.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or Business Administration, MBA, or professional certification such as CHRM or CHRP.
• Minimum 5-7 years of relevant HR experience, preferably in the UAE.
• Strong knowledge of UAE Labour Law and employment regulations.
• Practical experience dealing with MOHRE, DMCC, GDRFA, ICP, and other UAE authorities.
• Hands-on experience in visa processing, renewals, cancellations, and quota management.
• Strong understanding of payroll coordination, WPS, leave management, and end-of-service benefits.
• Proven experience in HR team management and employee relations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and HR management systems.

What We Are Looking For

A confident, organised, and solution-oriented HR professional with strong leadership skills, attention to detail, hands-on DMCC experience, and the ability to independently manage multiple HR functions in a fast-paced business environment.