Senior Specialist (Human Resources) - Abu Dhabi projects and infrastructure centre

Qureos Inc; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consultancy in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced HR Director to develop comprehensive HR strategies, oversee talent acquisition, and enhance employee relations. The ideal candidate will have 8-15 years of HR experience with a strong focus on leadership roles, talent management, and compliance with UAE labor laws. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunity for growth.

Qualifications

• 8-15 years in HR, including 5 years in senior leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of UAE labor laws.
• Experience in talent management and organizational development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
• Lead end-to-end talent acquisition workforce planning and retention strategies.
• Oversee employee communications and promote a positive culture.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Employee relations

Performance management

Change management

HR strategy alignment

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or Business Psychology

Masters/MBA preferred

Certifications: CIPD L7, SHRM-SCP, SPHR

Job description

Strategic HR Planning

Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational objectives working closely with senior leaders.

Talent & Recruitment

Lead end-to-end talent acquisition workforce planning succession planning onboarding and retention strategies.

Employee Relations & Culture

Oversee employee communications mediate conflicts and promote a positive culture of inclusivity and engagement.

Performance & Development

Build performance management systems design learning & development programs and establish coaching and career pathways.

Compensation & Benefits

Design and administer competitive reward structures benefits and incentive schemes.

Compliance & HR Policy

Ensure compliance with UAE-DGE laws and internal policies; conduct HR audits and maintain governance.

HR Operations & Budgeting

Manage the HR departments budget HRIS systems key metrics/KPIs and day-to-day operations.

Change & Organizational Development

Drive HR transformation initiatives organizational design digital enablement and change management.

Leadership & Influence

Lead and mentor HR teams aligning initiatives with business strategy.

Counsel senior executives on talent culture succession planning and workforce insights.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree: HR Business Psychology (Masters/MBA preferred)
• Certifications: CIPD L7 SHRM-SCP SPHR or equivalent preferred
• Experience: 815 years in HR including 5 years in senior leadership roles