Senior HR Officer — Talent Management & Employee Relations

American University of Ras Al Khaimah; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UAE is seeking a Senior Officer for Talent Management and Employee Relations. This role requires a dynamic HR professional to drive employee engagement and compliance across the university. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in HR or a related field, have 4-6 years of relevant experience, and be fluent in English and Arabic. The position offers opportunities to lead training initiatives, manage employee relations, and ensure alignment with labor regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-6 years of relevant HR experience, preferably in higher education.
• Ability to manage employee issues and compliance with regulations.
• Experience in designing and implementing HR training programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the performance review process to align with institutional goals.
• Design training programs to enhance staff capabilities.
• Foster a positive work culture through engagement initiatives.
• Ensure lawful resolution of employee issues.
• Develop and update HR policies to reflect best practices.
• Oversee visa processes for staff and students.
• Manage offboarding procedures and documentation.
• issue experience certificates to departing employees.
• Coordinate security clearance procedures.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Arabic

Strong knowledge of UAE labor law

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Discretion in handling sensitive matters

Collaborative work abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

A leading educational institution in the UAE is seeking a Senior Officer for Talent Management and Employee Relations. This role requires a dynamic HR professional to drive employee engagement and compliance across the university. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in HR or a related field, have 4-6 years of relevant experience, and be fluent in English and Arabic. The position offers opportunities to lead training initiatives, manage employee relations, and ensure alignment with labor regulations.