HR Officer - Senior HR & HR Manager

Al Malihi Transporting & Contracting - Sole Proprietorship L.L.C; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Malihi Transporting & Contracting - Sole Proprietorship L.L.C in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced HR leader to oversee the full employee lifecycle and align HR strategies with business goals. The role focuses on talent acquisition, retention, and employee relations, while designing competitive compensation and benefits.

UAE labour law expertise and SHRM-SPHR credentials are highly valued. You will drive change, implement training programs, and use HR analytics to guide strategic decisions,

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive HR experience with strategic HR management.
• Master's degree in HR or Business Administration.
• SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification.
• Experience in talent management, employee relations, and compensation & benefits.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end employee lifecycle including onboarding, development, performance, and offboarding.
• Lead talent acquisition and retention strategies.
• Manage employee relations investigations and resolutions.
• Design competitive compensation and benefits programs.
• Ensure compliance with UAE labor laws and regulations.
• Drive organizational change and HR analytics for decision-making.
• Deliver training and development programs; promote diversity and inclusion.
• Forecast workforce needs and strategic talent planning.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

HR analytics

Talent management

Employee relations

Compensation & benefits

Education

Master's degree in HR or MBA/Business Administration

SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification

Tools

HRIS

Data analytics tools

Job description

Oversee the entire employee lifecycle from onboarding and development to performance management and offboarding ensuring a positive employee experience

Develop and implement innovative HR strategies aligned with organizational goals driving talent acquisition and retention

Lead complex employee relations investigations and resolutions fostering a fair and productive work environment

Design and manage competitive compensation and benefits programs that attract and retain top talent

Ensure compliance with all labor laws and regulations proactively mitigating legal risks

Drive organizational change initiatives effectively communicating and managing impacts on the workforce

Develop and deliver impactful training and development programs to enhance employee skills and career growth

Champion diversity equity and inclusion initiatives building an inclusive culture where all employees thrive

Utilize HR analytics to provide strategic insights and recommendations for data-driven decision-making

Partner with senior leadership to forecast workforce needs and develop strategic talent planning

Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

Extensive experience (7+ years) in progressive HR roles, with a proven track record in strategic HR management.

Professional certification such as SHRM-SCP or SPHR.

Demonstrated expertise in talent management, employee relations, and compensation & benefits.

Proficiency in HRIS systems and data analytics tools.

Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Strong understanding of employment law and best HR practices.

Proven ability to influence and advise senior leadership.

Experience in [Specify Industry, e.g., Technology, Healthcare, Manufacturing] sector.

UAE experience is mandatory (preferably in Transport and Contracting sectors).

Ability to work under pressure.

Only candidates matching the specified nationalities will be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.