Human Resources Administrator

One Development; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate company in Dubai is seeking a detail-oriented HR Specialist focused on ensuring a smooth onboarding process and effective HR administration. This role requires strong interpersonal skills and a deep understanding of HR operations within a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field and 5 years of relevant experience in onboarding and HR operations.

Qualifications

• 5 years of HR experience focused on onboarding and HR operations.
• Familiarity with real estate team structures is an advantage.
• Knowledge of labor laws and HR compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage the onboarding process for new hires, including agents and support staff.
• Prepare HR documents and maintain employee records.
• Ensure HR processes comply with local labor laws.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Service-oriented mindset

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or Business Administration

Tools

HR software and systems (e.g., Zoho People, SAP, BambooHR)

Job description

We are looking for a highly organized and people-focused HR Specialist to join our real estate team, with a primary focus on HR Administration. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring a seamless onboarding experience for new hires — particularly sales agents, administrative staff, and field teams — while maintaining accurate employee records and supporting daily HR operations. This position is crucial in creating a positive first impression of the company and in supporting the administrative backbone of a fast-paced, client-driven real estate environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Onboarding & Orientation

• Manage the entire onboarding process for new hires, including agents, support staff, and field personnel.
• Coordinate with relevant departments (IT, Admin, Facilities) to ensure workstations, tools, and system access are ready prior to joining.
• Prepare and facilitate new hire orientation sessions tailored to the real estate industry.
• Collect, verify, and manage new hire documentation and contracts.
• Serve as the first point of contact for new employees throughout the onboarding process.

HR Administration

• Maintain and update employee records in both digital HRIS systems and physical files.
• Prepare and manage HR documents including offer letters, contracts, NDAs, warning letters, and other official correspondence.
• Assist with employee life cycle processes such as confirmations, promotions, transfers, and exits.
• Ensure proper documentation and execution of offboarding procedures including exit interviews and full-and-final settlements.

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure HR processes comply with local labor laws and real estate industry regulations.
• Monitor and update employment policies and handbooks in line with legal and industry changes.
• Generate reports related to headcount, attrition, onboarding progress, and compliance status.
• Support HR audits and maintain confidentiality of employee data.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5 years of HR experience, with a focus on onboarding and HR operations; real estate or service sector experience preferred.
• Familiarity with real estate team structures (e.g., sales commissions, agent onboarding, field team support) is an advantage.
• Proficient in HR software and systems (e.g., Zoho People, SAP, BambooHR).
• Strong interpersonal skills, a service-oriented mindset, and high attention to detail.
• Knowledge of labor laws and HR compliance in [Insert Country/Region].