Human Resources Executive

apt resources; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR solutions provider in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a dedicated Human Resources Executive. You will manage HR operations for boutique hotel clients, ensuring payroll accuracy, compliance, and staff management. The ideal candidate should have experience in HR management and a strong ability to build relationships with clients and employees. This role offers an opportunity to impact multiple hospitality businesses positively.

Qualifications

• Proficient in managing HR operations for multiple clients in the hospitality sector.
• Experience with payroll processing and statutory compliance required.
• Strong interpersonal skills for maintaining relationships with hotel management.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the contact for HR issues for hotel clients.
• Manage employee records and HR documentation.
• Process payroll and administer leave management.
• Coordinate recruitment cycles for hospitality staff.

Skills

HR process execution

Payroll management

Statutory compliance

Employee relations

Recruitment

Tools

HRIS

Timekeeping systems

Job description

Apt Resources is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Human Resources Executive to join a reputable hospitality solutions company headquartered in Dubai. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end HR operations for multiple boutique hotel clients, ensuring payroll accuracy, statutory compliance, and smooth workforce lifecycle management from onboarding to exit. Success in this role depends on delivering precise HR process execution (Employee Records, Onboarding, Attendance, Leave Management, Payroll, Self-Service, Accommodation, Assets, and Recruitment), while maintaining strong professional relationships with hotel management and staff.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for HR issues for assigned boutique hotel clients.
• Maintain and manage employee records in both digital HRIS and physical systems.
• Execute onboarding and induction programs tailored for hospitality staff; complete exit formalities including clearance and settlement.
• Manage timekeeping systems (biometric/attendance) and support roster/shift scheduling.
• Administer leave management processes (application, approval, tracking, compliance).
• Collate payroll inputs, process payroll, and ensure statutory deductions and compliance with local employment laws.
• Manage HR self-service systems and support employees in accessing records/pay slips.
• Oversee accommodation allocation for hotel employees and track assets (uniforms, ID cards, IT tools).
• Coordinate recruitment cycle: posting, shortlisting, interviewing, offers, and onboarding of front office, food & beverage, housekeeping, and support staff.
• Ensure accurate HR documentation and compliance audits.
• Prepare HR reports for client hotel management as required.
• Work closely with hotel General Managers and Department Heads on manpower planning.
• Support continuous HR process improvement to align with best practices.
• Build trusted relationships with boutique hotel staff and management.
• Demonstrate responsiveness in handling queries, grievances, and escalations.
• Support in business development initiatives by showcasing HR best practices and compliance discipline during client pitches.