Human Resources Specialist

Confidential Government or Semi-government Entity; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A distinguished government entity in Dubai seeks an HR Specialist to manage daily HR operations for a workforce of 800+. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of HR experience, prior knowledge of SAP SuccessFactors, and be proficient in several European languages. Responsibilities include handling employee relations, payroll coordination, and maintaining HR documentation. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of HR experience in a mid-to-large organization (800+ employees).
• Prior experience with SAP SuccessFactors is a must.
• Strong understanding of UAE labor law and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for employee queries.
• Maintain and update employee records in SAP SuccessFactors.
• Coordinate with payroll team for accurate submissions.
• Support onboarding, contract renewal, and offboarding processes.

Skills

Multilingual (especially European languages)

Employee relations

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or Business Administration

Tools

SAP SuccessFactors

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive HR Specialist to join our growing HR team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in managing day-to-day HR operations including employee relations, payroll coordination, document management, and HR systems—particularly SAP SuccessFactors. The role involves handling high-volume employee requests and ensuring smooth HR service delivery for a workforce of 800+ staff.

Multilingual candidates are required, especially those fluent in European languages (such as French, Spanish, Italian, Greek, or others).

Key Responsibilities

✅ Employee Relations & Support

• Act as the first point of contact for employee queries, grievances, and HR-related support
• Assist in resolving employee concerns in a timely and professional manner
• Support managers with employee disciplinary and performance processes

✅ HR Systems (SuccessFactors)

• Maintain and update employee records and workflows in SAP SuccessFactors
• Support HR modules including onboarding, offboarding, leave management, and performance tracking
• Generate HR reports as required

✅ Payroll & Documentation

• Coordinate with payroll team to ensure accurate monthly submissions
• Track attendance, overtime, and leave data
• Manage employee files (digital and physical), visa and medical records, and all HR documentation compliance

✅ Administrative & Operational Support

• Handle a high volume of day-to-day HR requests from employees across departments
• Support onboarding, contract renewal, transfers, and offboarding processes
• Liaise with PRO and admin teams for visa, medical, and government processes

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field
• 3–5 years of HR experience in a mid-to-large organization (800+ employees)
• Prior experience with SAP SuccessFactors is a must
• Strong understanding of UAE labor law and HR best practices
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously