Human Resources Specialist

Edge; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 167,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

Edge in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced HR professional to manage the end-to-end performance management cycle, lead recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations. The role requires a strong grasp of UAE labour laws, HR best practices, and the ability to drive engagement and operational excellence.

The successful candidate will maintain HR records, generate key metrics, and support workforce planning and talent management under the Head of Human Resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5+ years HR experience, with at least 2 years in a senior or specialist role.
• Strong knowledge of UAE labour laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills; conflict resolution abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end performance management lifecycle (goal setting, mid-year and annual reviews, calibration, reporting).
• Lead recruitment activities: job postings, screenings, interview scheduling, assessments, offers.
• Support onboarding, maintain accurate HR records and documentation.
• Generate HR metrics on recruitment, engagement, turnover, headcount; ensure compliance with policies and labour regulations.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives, wellbeing activities, recognition programmes, and culture improvements.
• Collaborate with leaders to enhance people processes and organizational effectiveness.

Skills

Excellent communication

Conflict resolution

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or BA

Tools

SAP

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

• Adhere to OHSE legislations, standards and the Organization Policy's & Procedures.
• Manage the end-to-end performance management cycle, including goal setting, mid-year reviews, annual reviews, calibration sessions, and performance reporting.
• Monitor performance review completion rates and ensure adherence to timelines.
• Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on performance management processes and policies.
• Analyse performance data and identify trends, risks, and areas for improvement.
• Lead employee engagement initiatives, surveys, recognition programmes, and wellbeing activities.
• Analyse engagement feedback and develop action plans to improve employee experience and retention.
• Partner with leaders to foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing culture.
• Coordinate recruitment activities, including job postings, candidate screening, interview scheduling, assessments, and offer management.
• Act as the primary point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment process and ensure a positive candidate experience.
• Support onboarding activities and ensure a smooth transition for new hires.
• Maintain accurate employee records and Human Resources documentation.
• Prepare employment letters, contracts, reports, and other Human Resources correspondence.
• Support employee relations matters, including policy interpretation, investigations, disciplinary actions, and grievance management.
• Coordinate learning and development activities and track training completion and effectiveness.
• Generate and analyse Human Resources metrics related to recruitment, performance, engagement, turnover, and headcount.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable labour regulations.
• Support workforce planning, succession planning, and talent management initiatives.
• Collaborate with managers and stakeholders to improve people processes and organisational effectiveness.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information with professionalism and discretion.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of Human Resources policies, systems, and employee programmes.
• Undertake additional Human Resources projects and responsibilities as assigned by the Head of Human Resources.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of HR experience, with at least 2 years in a senior or specialist role.
• Strong knowledge of UAE labor laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems, SAP and Microsoft Office Suite.