Senior HR Specialist

Ghobash Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent employer in the UAE is seeking a detail-oriented Senior HR Specialist to manage core HR functions within the IT business sector. The role focuses on compliance, employee support, and coordination with various teams, demanding strong HR operations experience and knowledge of UAE labor laws. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree, relevant HR experience, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in a similar HR role, preferably in IT construction or industrial services.
• Strong knowledge of high-volume HR practices.
• Experience with HR systems and government portals.

Responsibilities

• Act as HR focal point for manpower across project sites.
• Manage onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Maintain employee records and HR databases.
• Coordinate visa processing with internal PROs.
• Support payroll processing.
• Prepare HR reports for management.
• Assist with employee relations issues.
• Ensure adherence to UAE labor laws.
• Support audits and compliance checks.
• Collaborate with operations and recruitment teams.

Skills

HR operations experience

Knowledge of UAE labor law

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Proficiency in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

HR certification (e.g. CIPD, SHRM)

Job description

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Senior HR Specialist to support and manage core HR functions related to our IT business including outsourced operations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in HR operations particularly in high-volume blue-collar environments such as IT construction logistics or industrial services. This role is essential in ensuring compliance employee support and timely coordination with internal teams and external teams.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as the HR focal point for manpower deployed across multiple project sites.
• Manage onboarding and offboarding processes ensuring all documentation medical EID and visa steps are completed in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR databases in line with company and legal requirements.
• Coordinate visa processing renewals and cancellations with internal PROs and government portals (e.g. MOHRE GDRFA).
• Support payroll processing by ensuring attendance leave and absence records are accurately maintained.
• Prepare HR reports and manpower summaries for management and client updates.
• Assist with employee relations issues grievances and welfare initiatives on-site and at the accommodation level.
• Ensure adherence to UAE labor laws and internal policies at all stages of the employee lifecycle.
• Support audits inspections and compliance checks by clients and regulatory bodies.
• Collaborate closely with operations recruitment and site teams to forecast and fulfill manpower requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in human resources Business Administration or a related field.HR certification (e.g. CIPD SHRM) is a plus.
• 68 years of experience in a similar HR role preferably within the IT construction manpower outsourcing or industrial services sector.
• Strong knowledge of UAE labor law visa processes and high-volume HR practices.
• Experience with HR systems employee records and government portals.
• Excellent organizational communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask meet deadlines and handle confidential matters professionally.
• Proficiency in English (Hindi or Arabic is a plus).

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full-time