HR Manager

Asico; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Asico in the United Arab Emirates seeks an experienced HR Manager to lead our human resources function. The role covers recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding, with strong emphasis on UAE labor law and regional HR practices.

Fluency in Arabic and English is required, as you will engage with Arabic-speaking employees, senior stakeholders, and government entities such as MOHRE and GDRFA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 6+ years HR experience with at least 2 years in management, UAE/GCC preferred.
• Fluency in Arabic and English; strong knowledge of UAE labor law.
• Experience in recruitment, ER, compliance, and HR analytics.

Responsibilities

• Lead full HR function including talent acquisition, onboarding, performance, and offboarding.
• Develop HR policies aligned with UAE law and business goals.
• Oversee employee relations, disputes, and disciplinary processes.
• Manage compensation, benefits, and market competitiveness.
• Oversee recruitment strategy including senior-level hiring.
• Ensure visa processing, contracts, WPS, and Emiratization compliance.
• Coordinate with MOHRE, GDRFA on labor matters.
• Design training programs and prepare HR analytics for leadership.
• Mentor HR team members.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder mgmt

Bilingual AR/EN

Policy development

Negotiation

MS Office

Education

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

Master's degree preferred

Tools

HRIS

Job description

We are seeking an experienced HR Manager (preferably Arab) to lead our human resources function, overseeing recruitment, employee relations, compliance, and HR strategy. The ideal candidate will be fluent in Arabic and English and have a strong command of UAE labor law and regional HR practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full HR function, including talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding
• Develop and implement HR policies aligned with company goals and UAE labor law
• Oversee employee relations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary procedures
• Manage compensation and benefits structures, ensuring market competitiveness
• Lead recruitment strategy, including senior-level hiring and workforce planning
• Ensure compliance with visa processing, labor contracts, WPS, and Emiratization requirements where applicable
• Liaise with government entities (MOHRE, GDRFA, etc.) on labor and immigration matters
• Design and oversee training and development programs
• Prepare HR analytics and reports for senior leadership
• Manage and mentor HR team members

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master's preferred)
• 6+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial role, preferably within the UAE/GCC region
• Fluency in Arabic and English (spoken and written) is required , given regular engagement with Arabic-speaking employees, senior stakeholders, and government entities
• Deep knowledge of UAE labor law, WPS, and Emiratization regulations
• Proven experience managing HR functions across recruitment, ER, and compliance
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and MS Office

Preferred

• HR certification (CIPD, SHRM, or equivalent)
• Experience managing Emiratization / GCC nationalization compliance
• Experience in [specific industry, if relevant]