HR Manager with School Experience

International Community Schools (ICSchools); Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational group in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced HR Manager to oversee HR operations across multiple branches. The role involves recruitment, policy implementation, and ensuring compliance with UAE labor laws. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in HR, particularly within the education sector.

Benefits

As per UAE Labor Laws

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience.
• At least 2 years in a managerial or leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HR function across all branches.
• Coordinate recruitment process for staff.
• Develop and implement HR policies.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Integrity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Master’s degree or HR certification

Tools

HR software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

International Community Schools (ICS) is a leading educational group in Abu Dhabi with 6 branches offering American and British curriculum. We are committed to delivering high-quality education through a diverse and professional team of educators and support staff. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic HR Manager to join our Head Office team in Abu Dhabi. The HR Manager will oversee the HR Officers across all ICS branches and will be primarily responsible for recruitment, staff onboarding, policy implementation, and HR operations across the group. The ideal candidate will ensure alignment of HR practices with the school’s strategic goals and support the smooth functioning of HR across all branches.

• Lead and manage the HR function across all ICS branches, reporting directly to senior management.
  
• Oversee and coordinate the recruitment process for teaching and administrative staff, both locally and internationally.
  
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures that comply with UAE labor laws and school regulations.
  
• Provide guidance and support to HR Officers at each branch on employee relations, disciplinary actions, and performance management.
  
• Coordinate onboarding, orientation, and induction programs for new hires.
  
• Maintain and improve HR systems and employee records, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.
  
• Monitor staffing needs and coordinate with principals and department heads to fulfill recruitment plans.
  
• Support strategic planning by analyzing HR metrics and forecasting workforce requirements.
  
• Manage staff contracts, renewals, and end-of-service processes.
  
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including visa processing, labor contracts, and MOE approvals.
  
  
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree or HR certification is an advantage).
  
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial or leadership role.
  
• Previous experience in the education sector or school operations in the UAE is highly preferred.
  
• Strong understanding of UAE labor laws, recruitment best practices, and HR policies.
  
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to manage a distributed team.
  
• Proficient in HR software, Microsoft Office Suite, and digital document management.
  
• High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
  

If you don't have UAE HR Experience or don't know about UAE Labor Laws or you don't have school HR Management experience. You are unqualified for this job.


Benefits

As per UAE Labor Laws.