HR Manager, UAE — Employee Relations & Compliance

Transguard Workforce Solutions; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Transguard Workforce Solutions is recruiting an HR Manager on an 18-month contract for a Dubai-based client. The role covers employee relations, governance, payroll oversight and performance management within a multi-functional setting.

The successful candidate will bring 7–10+ years of HR experience, with strong UAE labour law knowledge and a track record in industrial or manufacturing environments. Dubai-based office, on-site role.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years HR experience with 3–5 years in an HR BP, Senior HR Generalist or HR Manager role.
• Strong UAE labour law knowledge and practical application across disciplinary matters.
• Experience in an industrial, engineering, manufacturing, distribution or similar operational environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build trusted relationships with employees and leaders; coach and advise on HR matters.
• Lead ethics and workplace investigations with documentation and follow-up actions.
• Manage employee relations matters, including grievances and disciplinary processes.
• Ensure UAE Employment Practices and HR compliance across contracts, leave and working hours.
• Implement and review HR policies; ensure process compliance and governance.
• Oversee end-to-end payroll governance; monitor inputs, approvals and timelines.
• Support performance management, talent discussions and retention actions.
• Coordinate employee experience initiatives and engagement activities.

Skills

Employee relations

Stakeholder management

Coaching leaders

Policy enforcement

Change management

Communication

Job description

Transguard Workforce Solutions is recruiting an HR Manager on an 18-month contract for a Dubai-based client. The role covers employee relations, governance, payroll oversight and performance management within a multi-functional setting.

The successful candidate will bring 7–10+ years of HR experience, with strong UAE labour law knowledge and a track record in industrial or manufacturing environments. Dubai-based office, on-site role.