HR Officer

Ladwig Consulting; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 279,000 - 446,000; Full time

Job summary

Ladwig Consulting in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced HR Manager to oversee end-to-end HR operations for a diversified group of companies. The role is hands-on, focusing on employee lifecycle, payroll coordination, benefits, and compliance with UAE labour regulations.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, reliable, and work closely with management and external providers. This is a senior operational role based in Abu Dhabi with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in HR operations/administration in the UAE.
• Strong knowledge of UAE Labour Law and government procedures.
• Experience with payroll, insurance, and HR documentation.
• Experience in real estate, financial services, or group companies is a plus.
• Professional communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end HR operations and administration for the group.
• Manage employee lifecycle: onboarding, contracts, renewals, offboarding.
• Coordinate government relations and ensure UAE labour law compliance.
• Handle payroll coordination, WPS compliance, and records.

Skills

HR operations

HR administration

UAE Labour Law

Payroll coordination

Government relations

Employee lifecycle

Communication skills

Tools

HRIS

WPS

Job description

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 01/27/2026

We are looking for an experienced HR Manager to oversee end-to-end HR operations and administration for a diversified group of companies in Abu Dhabi. The role is hands-on and operational, covering employee lifecycle management, government relations, payroll coordination, benefits, and compliance with UAE labour regulations.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, reliable, and comfortable working closely with management and external providers.

Key Responsibilities:

HR Operations & Administration

• Manage full employee lifecycle: onboarding, probation, confirmations, contract renewals, and offboarding
  
• Maintain accurate employee records, HR databases, and personnel files
  
• Prepare HR letters, contracts, amendments, and internal documentation
  

Government Relations & Compliance

• Coordinate with government portals and authorities (MOHRE, ICP, TAMM, etc.)
  
• Ensure compliance with UAE Labour Law and company policies
  

Payroll & Compensation

• Coordinate monthly payroll preparation, salary payments, and WPS requirements
  
• Maintain salary records, allowances, deductions, and leave balances
  
• Support management with compensation-related queries
  

Benefits & Insurance

• Manage medical insurance policies for employees and dependents
  
• Liaise with insurance providers for onboarding, renewals, claims, and exclusions
  
• Support employees with insurance-related inquiries
  

Policies & Internal Processes

• Support development and implementation of HR policies and procedures
  
• Ensure consistent application of HR policies across group entities
  
• Assist management with HR-related operational matters
  

Employee Support

• Act as the main HR point of contact for employees
  
• Address day-to-day HR and administrative queries professionally and confidentially
  

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in HR operations / HR administration in the UAE
  
• Strong knowledge of UAE Labour Law, visas, and government procedures
  
• Experience handling payroll, insurance, and HR documentation
  
• Previous experience in real estate, financial services, or group companies is a plus
  
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
  
• Professional communication skills in English
  
• Stable role within a diversified and growing group of companies
  
• Professional working environment in Abu Dhabi
  
• Competitive salary and benefits (commensurate with experience)