People & Culture Manager

QUEEN ELIZABETHS SCHOOL L.L.C; Dubai; On-site; AED 223,000 - 391,000; Full time

Job summary

Queen Elizabeth's School is seeking an experienced HR Manager to coordinate recruitment, advise leadership on HR policies, and manage employee relations across a multinational staff.

You will oversee onboarding, contracts, payroll support, and localisation strategies while ensuring compliance with UAE labour laws and safeguarding students' wellbeing. A strong people-management background is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in HR, business, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years HR management experience, preferably in an international or school setting.
• Strong knowledge of local labour laws and HR compliance.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end recruitment for teaching and non-teaching staff
• Provide advice to staff and leadership on HR policies and employment laws
• Manage employee relations, disciplinary, and grievance matters
• Oversee onboarding, contracts, and induction programs
• Support performance management and professional development programs
• Maintain accurate HR systems, employee records, and payroll support
• Execute localisation strategies in line with local legal and cultural requirements
• Manage employee benefits and end-of-service settlements

Skills

Staff leadership

Employee relations

Policy interpretation

HR compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business or related field

Tools

HR software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end recruitment for teaching and non-teaching staff
• Provide advice to staff and leadership on HR policies and employment laws
• Manage employee relations, disciplinary, and grievance matters
• Oversee onboarding, contracts, and induction programs
• Support performance management and professional development programs
• Maintain accurate HR systems, employee records, and payroll support
• Execute localisation strategies in line with local legal and cultural requirements
• Manage employee benefits and end-of-service settlements

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of HR management experience, preferably in an international or school setting
• Strong knowledge of local labour laws and HR compliance
• Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment

About the Company

Queen Elizabeth's School is an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding students and ensuring their safety and wellbeing.