Human Resources Specialist (International Luxury & Creative Business)

HRsource; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

HRsource, a respected international organisation, is seeking an experienced HR generalist in Dubai to manage day-to-day HR, support management and employees, and ensure effective people practices across the business. The role covers recruitment, employee relations, HR operations, performance management, payroll coordination, compensation and benefits, and compliance with UAE labour law.

The successful candidate will be organised, commercially aware, able to work independently and handle

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or a related discipline.
• 4 years of progressive HR generalist experience.
• Strong knowledge of UAE labour law and local HR procedures.
• Experience managing employee relations, payroll coordination and performance management.
• Experience supporting multicultural teams in an international environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR function and be primary contact for employee-related matters.
• Provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, disciplinary procedures and policies.
• Handle grievances professionally and confidentially; support development and retention.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding and workforce planning with department heads.
• Coordinate HR operations: contracts, records, leaves, renewals, visas and payroll coordination.
• Support annual salary reviews and benefits administration; ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Independence

Office applications

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related

Tools

Office suite

Job description

We are recruiting an experienced HR person for an established international organisation operating across the creative, luxury and project-based services sectors.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the day-to-day HR function, providing practical support to management and employees, and ensuring effective people management practices across the business.

This is a hands-on HR generalist position covering recruitment, employee relations, HR operations, performance management, payroll coordination, compensation and benefits administration, and employment compliance.

The role requires an organised, commercially aware HR professional who can work independently, manage competing priorities and support a fast-paced international working environment.

Key Responsibilities

HR Management & Employee Relations

• Manage the day-to-day HR function and act as the primary point of contact for employee-related matters.
• Provide guidance to management on employee relations, performance management, disciplinary procedures and workplace policies.
• Handle employee grievances and sensitive HR matters professionally and confidentially.
• Support managers with employee development, engagement and retention.
• Ensure consistent application of HR policies and employment practices.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Manage the full recruitment process, including vacancy briefings, candidate screening, interview coordination, offers and onboarding.
• Work with department heads to identify staffing requirements and support workforce planning.
• Prepare employment offers, contracts and relevant joining documentation.
• Coordinate employee induction, probation reviews and confirmation processes.
• Support recruitment and administration requirements for project-based personnel where applicable.

HR Operations & Administration

• Oversee employee records, employment contracts, personnel documentation and HR correspondence.
• Manage employee leave, attendance, contract renewals and employment-related changes.
• Coordinate visa applications, work permits, medical insurance and other employee documentation.
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure effective administration of employee information.
• Manage employee exits, including resignation procedures, exit interviews and final settlement coordination.
• Review existing HR processes and introduce improvements where required.
• Prepare and verify monthly payroll information in coordination with the Finance department.
• Administer employee benefits, allowances and contractual entitlements.
• Support annual salary reviews and compensation-related processes.
• Ensure accurate calculation and administration of leave entitlements and end-of-service benefits.
• Address employee queries relating to payroll, compensation and benefits.

Performance Management & Development

• Coordinate employee performance reviews and probation assessments.
• Support department managers in setting performance expectations and addressing underperformance.
• Identify training and development requirements across the business.
• Assist with succession planning, employee development and retention initiatives.
• Support improvements to internal communication and employee engagement.
• Ensure compliance with UAE labour legislation and applicable employment regulations.
• Develop, review and maintain HR policies, procedures and employee guidelines.
• Advise management on employment legislation, contractual obligations and HR best practices.
• Ensure employee documentation and HR procedures meet internal and regulatory requirements.
• Support international HR coordination where required, working with relevant local advisers and management teams.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Approximately 4 years of progressive HR generalist experience, including experience in a HR generalist position.
• Strong working knowledge of UAE labour law, employment contracts and local HR procedures.
• Proven experience managing employee relations, HR administration, payroll coordination and performance management.
• Experience supporting multicultural teams within an international business environment.
• Ability to manage sensitive employee matters with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence working directly with senior management.
• Proficiency in standard office applications and experience maintaining HR records and employee information.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Experience within creative services, luxury, production, consultancy, events or other project-based business environments would be advantageous.

Professional HR qualifications would be an additional advantage.

• Strong HR generalist knowledge and practical problem-solving ability.
• Sound judgement when handling employee relations and employment matters.
• Ability to balance employee needs with commercial and operational requirements.
• Confidence working with management across different business functions.
• Effective time management and the ability to prioritise multiple responsibilities.
• Professionalism, discretion and a high level of personal accountability.
• Adaptability within a fast-moving, internationally focused organisation.

The Opportunity

This position offers the opportunity to manage a broad HR function within an established international business, working closely with senior management and employees across different professional disciplines.

The successful candidate will have the autonomy to manage day-to-day HR operations, improve internal processes and contribute to the continued development of the organisation's people practices.