HR Operations Specialist

Terracotta Outsourcing; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracotta Outsourcing Abu Dhabi is seeking an HR Onboarding Specialist to manage end-to-end onboarding for outsourced employees and coordinate joining formalities.

You will liaise with clients, handle documentation, visa and Emirates ID processes, and support payroll inputs while maintaining accurate HR records.

The role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and a proactive approach to ensure a smooth onboarding experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in onboarding, HR operations, or outsourcing roles.
• Strong UAE visa and onboarding knowledge preferred.
• Payroll coordination experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication and client handling skills.
• Organized with multitasking abilities and proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end onboarding for outsourced employees.
• Coordinate joining formalities, documents, and inductions.
• Serve as main client contact for onboarding updates and deployments.
• Coordinate visa processing, Emirates ID, medicals and related paperwork.
• Support monthly payroll inputs and HR record maintenance.

Skills

Onboarding

HR operations

Client coordination

Payroll coordination

Visa processes

Documentation

Communication

Job description

Terracotta Outsourcing Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates (On-site)

At Terracotta – Driving Business Growth in Recruitment, Outsourcing & Corporate Services

We are a leading outsourcing company in the UAE, delivering recruitment, manpower, visa outsourcing, EOR/PEO, business setup, PRO services, and corporate solutions across the region.

We are currently recruiting an HR Onboarding Specialist to join our growing outsourcing division. This role is ideal for a proactive, organized, and client-focused professional who can manage employee onboarding processes, client coordination, and administrative operations efficiently.

Position: HR Onboarding Specialist

Location: Abu Dhabi (Onsite – Full Time)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Immediate Joiners Preferred

Key Responsibilities

Employee Onboarding & Induction

• Manage end-to-end onboarding process for outsourced employees
• Coordinate joining formalities, document collection, and induction sessions
• Ensure a smooth employee onboarding experience from offer acceptance to joining

Client Coordination

• Act as the key point of contact for clients regarding onboarding updates and manpower deployment
• Coordinate requirements, joining schedules, and employee documentation with clients
• Maintain strong professional relationships with client stakeholders
• Coordinate visa processing, labour documentation, Emirates ID, medicals, and related formalities
• Liaise with internal PRO teams and external stakeholders to ensure timely processing
• Track visa status and maintain accurate records

Payroll & HR Administration

• Support monthly payroll inputs such as attendance, leaves, new joiners, and final settlements
• Maintain employee records and HR documentation accurately
• Assist with employee queries related to onboarding, payroll, and HR processes

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience in onboarding, HR operations, outsourcing, or employee coordination roles
• Strong understanding of UAE visa and onboarding processes preferred
• Exposure to payroll coordination is an advantage
• Excellent communication and client handling skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Fast learner with a proactive attitude