Senior HR Executive

NADIA Recruitment & Management Consultants; Dubai; On-site; AED 279,000 - 424,000; Full time

Job summary

NADIA Recruitment & Management Consultants in Dubai seeks a Senior HR Executive to lead all HR functions, ensuring legal compliance and a positive workplace culture. You will manage policies, employee lifecycle, analytics, and alignment with business goals.

The role requires 6+ years in HR, strong UAE labor-law knowledge, and proven expertise in recruitment, onboarding, payroll, and policy development. Collaborative, strategic partner for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field.
• Strong knowledge of UAE/GCC labor laws.
• Experience with HR systems and payroll software.
• 6+ years in HR, including supervisory roles.
• Recruitment, onboarding, payroll/benefits, policy development.
• Analytical mindset for HR metrics interpretation.
• Strategic partner to align HR with business goals.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain HR strategies and policies.
• Ensure UAE/GCC labor-law compliance.
• Oversee end-to-end recruitment.
• Prepare contracts, offers, and handbooks.
• Lead onboarding and induction programs.
• Manage resignations, terminations, exits.
• Maintain accurate HR files and records.
• Coordinate visa processing with PRO.
• Design performance appraisals and KPIs.
• Analyze and report HR metrics.
• Foster an inclusive, compliant workplace culture.
• Support workforce planning and development.
• Maintain HRIS and data protection standards.

Skills

HR strategy

Recruitment

Onboarding

Payroll

HR analytics

Policy development

Employee relations

Multicultural workforce

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS

Payroll software

Job description

Job Summary

The Senior HR Executive will lead and manage the full spectrum of human resources functions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, legal compliance, and fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. This role requires strategic oversight of HR policies, employee lifecycle management, compliance, and HR analytics to support business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain HR strategies, policies, and procedures in line with organizational objectives and local labor laws.
• Ensure HR practices comply with UAE/GCC labor regulations and company standards.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment: job postings, sourcing, interviewing, shortlisting, selection, and hiring.
• Prepare and issue employment contracts, offer letters, appointment letters, and employee handbooks.
• Conduct onboarding and induction programs for new hires to ensure smooth integration.
• Handle resignations, terminations, and exit interviews professionally and in compliance with policy.
• Resolve employee grievances, disciplinary issues, and other workplace concerns fairly and promptly.
• Maintain accurate employee files, HR documentation, and personnel records.
• Coordinate with the PRO for visa processing, work permits, renewals, and other government formalities.
• Ensure compliance with local labor, residency laws, and legal requirements in all HR operations.
• Design and manage performance appraisal systems, KPIs, and employee evaluation processes.
• Identify training needs, coordinate workshops, and implement learning and development programs.
• Support workforce planning, succession planning, and employee upskilling initiatives.
• Administer attendance, leave management, payroll, and benefits in coordination with Finance.
• Maintain and update HRIS systems for efficient HR operations.
• Collect, analyze, and report HR metrics (turnover, absenteeism, engagement) to inform strategic decisions.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and compliant workplace culture.
• Implement employee engagement, wellness, and health & safety initiatives.
• Contribute to employer branding and corporate reputation strategies.
• Liaise with legal advisors, auditors, and government agencies regarding HR matters.
• Support internal audits, compliance checks, and management reviews.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with data protection standards (e.g., GDPR).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of employment and labor laws, especially UAE/GCC.
• Familiarity with HR systems, payroll software, and HR analytics.
• 6+ years of HR experience, including supervisory or senior roles.
• Proven expertise in recruitment, onboarding, payroll/benefits administration, employee relations, performance management, and policy development.
• Strong analytical ability and comfort interpreting HR metrics.
• Strategic mindset to align HR initiatives with business objectives.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience managing a multicultural workforce, preferably in UAE/GCC.