Human Resources Specialist

Imperial College London Diabetes Centre; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Abu Dhabi seeks a Human Capital Specialist to enhance employee experiences and contribute to strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources and have up to 2 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include managing onboarding processes and supporting performance management. This role is essential for driving talent initiatives and transforming workplace culture in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• UAE National with Family book.
• Internship experience or up to 2 years HR experience.
• Ability to manage data and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing performance management processes.
• Coordinate onboarding for new hires.
• Act as the first point of contact for HR queries.
• Support the execution of HC strategies and transformation projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of UAE labor law

Data management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Imperial College London Diabetes & Endocrine Centre (ICLDEC), an M42 partner, is a state-of-the-art outpatient facility that specialises in diabetes treatment, research, training and public health awareness.

Imperial College London Diabetes & Endocrine Centre (ICLDEC) was established in Abu Dhabi in 2006 by Mubadala in collaboration with the UK’s renowned Imperial College London. It was established in response to the increasing prevalence of diabetes and related conditions in the UAE, with the aim of becoming a centre of excellence for the prevention, treatment and management of the disease.

About the Opportunity

At M42, we are redefining healthcare by merging human-centric care with breakthrough technologies. We believe that the right people are at the heart of everything we do and as a Specialist in Human Capital, you'll be key in bringing this vision to life.

This is not your typical HR support role. As a key member of the Human Capital team, you’ll collaborate across the Outpatient Care cluster departments to drive talent initiatives, support strategic projects, and deliver exceptional employee experiences across our world-class healthcare ecosystem. Whether it’s onboarding future leaders, fostering a culture of engagement, or ensuring operational excellence, your work will make a measurable difference in our mission to transform lives.

As a Human Capital Specialist, you’ll support a wide range of functions across the full employee lifecycle, including:

Talent & Development

• Assist in implementing performance management processes, including goal setting, feedback, and calibration
• Support annual reviews for compensation, promotions, and rewards

Employee Experience & Engagement

• Help coordinate onboarding for new hires and ensure seamless integration from Day 1
• Support employee engagement activities, wellness initiatives, and cultural alignment
• Facilitate offboarding processes with professionalism and empathy

Human Capital Operations

• Act as the first point of contact for HC queries, policies, and employee relations issues
• Maintain and update HRIS records, ensuring data integrity and reporting accuracy
• Prepare reports and dashboards to track progress, identify risks, and recommend improvements
• Collaborate with payroll to review employee data and ensure timely salary processing

Strategic Projects & Support

• Support the execution of HC strategies and transformation projects
• Assist in harmonization initiatives across entities, including workforce planning
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and local labor regulations

Qualifications

• UAE National with Family book
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Internship expereince or up to 2 years expereince in HC/HR experience
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage data and deadlines
• Knowledge or desire to learn UAE labor law and modern HR practices