People & Culture Manager

Talent Blueprint FZ LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional events company in Dubai seeks a People & Culture Manager to shape a high-performing work culture. You will oversee HR functions including recruitment, employee engagement, and compliance with labor laws. The successful candidate has over 5 years of HR experience, ideally in fast-paced sectors, and possesses strong communication and strategic thinking skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR experience in events or fast-paced industries.
• Strong knowledge of GCC labor laws.
• Ability to build a positive workplace culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment aligned with business goals.
• Develop and maintain HR policies compliant with labor laws.
• Manage employee relations and ensure compliance.

Skills

HR professional experience

Knowledge of labor laws

Strong communication skills

Strategic thinking

Employee development

Job description

Join one of the region’s foremost events companies as a People & Culture Manager and play a pivotal role in shaping a dynamic, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.

About the Role:

As the People & Culture Manager, you will lead all aspects of HR, driving strategic initiatives across recruitment, onboarding, talent development, performance management, and employee engagement. You will be the trusted partner to leadership and the champion of our company’s values and culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead full-cycle recruitment and talent acquisition aligned with business goals across the GCC region
• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies compliant with regional labor laws
• Oversee onboarding, employment contracts, and offboarding with a focus on employee experience
• Collaborate with leadership to enhance performance management and professional development programs
• Foster a culture of transparency, collaboration, and accountability through engagement initiatives
• Manage employee relations, ensuring timely conflict resolution and confidentiality
• Coordinate payroll processes, leave management, and ensure compliance with labor regulations
• Facilitate hiring and integration of freelance and project-based talent

Who You Are:

• HR professional with 5+ years of proven experience, ideally within events, creative, or fast-paced industries
• Strong knowledge of labor laws and HR best practices across the GCC region
• Strategic thinker, strong communicator, and culture builder
• Passionate about employee development and creating an engaging work environment