Senior HR Officer

Confidential Company; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Company in Dubai is seeking an experienced HR leader to craft and implement people strategies that align with business goals. You will shape workforce planning, partner with senior leaders, and drive a proactive HR agenda across recruitment, onboarding, learning, and employee development.

This role includes payroll support and compensation & benefits coordination, while overseeing the full recruitment cycle, driving employee engagement initiatives, and guiding performance management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with recruitment, performance management and employee relations.
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or equivalent HR certifications.
• Experience in fast-paced industries such as tech or manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Support payroll and compensation & benefits processes.
• Manage full recruitment cycle from writing descriptions to onboarding.
• Drive employee engagement through surveys, focus groups, and improvements.
• Oversee performance management with coaching and feedback sessions.

Skills

Recruitment

Performance management

Employee relations

Workforce planning

Employee engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Master's degree is a plus

Job description

• Develop and implement HR strategies that align with the organization's goals, ensuring a proactive approach to workforce planning.

• Support with Payroll along with C&B

• Manage the full recruitment cycle, from crafting compelling job descriptions to onboarding new hires, ensuring a seamless candidate experience.

• Drive employee engagement initiatives, conducting surveys and focus groups to gather feedback and implement actionable improvements.

• Oversee performance management processes, coaching managers on effective evaluation techniques and facilitating constructive feedback sessions.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; a Master's degree is a plus.
• At least 5 years of progressive HR experience, with a solid background in recruitment, performance management, and employee relations.
• Professional certifications such as SHRM-CP, PHR, or equivalent, demonstrating a commitment to HR best practices.
• Experience in a fast-paced industry, preferably in tech or manufacturing, showcasing adaptability and strategic thinking.