HR Manager /Assistant

Salt; Dubai; On-site; AED 78,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Salt in Dubai is seeking a hands-on HR Manager / HR Assistant to oversee the full spectrum of HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, payroll coordination, and employee relations. The role requires fluency in Arabic and English and the ability to manage day-to-day HR operations.

You will ensure UAE Labour Law compliance, manage visa processing, contracts, and employee records, and support performance management and HR initiatives while contributing to the company’s growth in a

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a generalist HR role, including end-to-end HR operations.
• Fluent in Arabic and English – Arabic speaking is mandatory.
• Strong understanding of UAE Labour Law, visa processes, and HR compliance.
• Experience with payroll coordination, employee relations, and HR administration.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment: manage end-to-end process from posting to interviews, selection and offers.
• Employee relations & HR operations: onboarding, induction, probation reviews, offboarding, and records.
• Payroll & compensation: coordinate monthly payroll, attendance, leave, overtime, and benefits.
• UAE Labour Law & compliance: contracts, visa processing, renewals, cancellations with PROs.
• Performance & people management: appraisals, development initiatives, disciplinary procedures.
• General HR administration: reports, headcount, attendance, leave, and HR planning.

Skills

Arabic

English

Recruitment

Payroll coordination

HR administration

UAE Labour Law

Job description

Job Title: HR Manager / HR Assistant

Location: Dubai, UAE

Salary: AED 7,000 – 9,000 per month

Job Overview

We are seeking a hands‑on and versatile HR Manager / HR Assistant to manage the full spectrum of Human Resources functions within our organisation. The ideal candidate will have end‑to‑end HR experience, covering recruitment, employee relations, onboarding, payroll coordination, HR administration, performance management, and UAE Labour Law compliance.

The successful candidate must be fluent in Arabic and English and capable of independently managing day‑to‑day HR operations while supporting the company's growth.

Key Responsibilities

1. Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, from job posting and candidate sourcing to interviews, selection, and offer negotiations.
• Coordinate with department heads to identify hiring requirements and workforce needs.
• Manage candidate communication, interview scheduling, and onboarding arrangements.

2. Employee Relations & HR Operations

• Act as the main point of contact for employee queries, concerns, and HR-related matters.
• Manage employee onboarding, induction, probation reviews, and offboarding processes.
• Maintain employee records, personnel files, employment contracts, and HR documentation.
• Support employee engagement, retention, and workplace initiatives.

3. Payroll & Compensation

• Coordinate monthly payroll processing, attendance, leave records, overtime, and employee benefits.
• Manage salary adjustments, allowances, deductions, and final settlements.
• Coordinate with Finance to ensure accurate and timely salary payments.

4. UAE Labour Law & Compliance

• Ensure HR policies and procedures comply with UAE Labour Law and relevant regulations.
• Manage employment contracts, visa processing, work permits, renewals, and cancellations in coordination with relevant PROs.
• Ensure HR documentation and employee records are maintained in line with regulatory requirements.

5. Performance & People Management

• Coordinate performance appraisals, probation assessments, and employee development initiatives.
• Support managers with disciplinary procedures, grievance handling, and performance improvement plans.
• Assist in developing and implementing HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks.

6. General HR Administration

• Prepare HR reports, headcount updates, and employee-related documentation.
• Monitor annual leave, sick leave, attendance, and employee entitlements.
• Support management with HR planning and other people-related initiatives.

Requirements & Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a generalist HR role, with exposure to end-to-end HR operations.
• Fluent in Arabic and English – Arabic speaking is mandatory.
• Previous experience managing the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment to offboarding.
• Good understanding of UAE Labour Law, visa processes, and HR compliance.
• Experience with payroll coordination, employee relations, and HR administration.
• Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple HR responsibilities.
• Proactive, approachable, detail-oriented, and solutions-driven.
• Experience in entertainment, events, hospitality, or related industries would be an advantage.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a well-rounded, Arabic‑speaking HR professional who is comfortable handling both strategic and administrative HR responsibilities. The successful candidate should be hands‑on, adaptable, and capable of independently managing HR operations in a fast‑paced working environment.

Salary: AED 7,000 – 9,000 per month, depending on experience.