Senior UAE HR Manager: Compliance, Payroll & People Ops

Powerlease; Dubai; On-site; AED 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Powerlease is seeking an experienced HR Manager in Dubai to lead HR operations under UAE Labour Law. You will oversee HR administration, recruitment, payroll coordination, visa processes, and employee relations, ensuring regulatory compliance and efficient workforce management.

You will develop HR policies and supervise the HR team, driving initiatives in onboarding, performance management, and retention in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or Business Administration (MBA or CHRM/CHRP preferred).
• Minimum 5–7 years HR experience, UAE preferred.
• Strong knowledge of UAE Labour Law and employment regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor HR policies and procedures in compliance with UAE Labour Law.
• Manage full employee lifecycle: planning, recruitment, onboarding, probation, performance, relations, offboarding.
• Oversee visa processing, renewals, cancellations, work permits, quota management with authorities.
• Supervise payroll coordination, attendance, leave, deductions, and end-of-service benefits.
• Manage contracts, disciplinary actions, grievances, investigations, and workplace issues.
• Oversee employee medical & life insurance and related costs.

Skills

HR policy development

Leadership

Communication

Employee relations

MS Office

HRMS

Education

Bachelor's in HR or Business Admin

MBA or CHRM/CHRP

Tools

WPS

HR software

Job description

Powerlease is seeking an experienced HR Manager in Dubai to lead HR operations under UAE Labour Law. You will oversee HR administration, recruitment, payroll coordination, visa processes, and employee relations, ensuring regulatory compliance and efficient workforce management.

You will develop HR policies and supervise the HR team, driving initiatives in onboarding, performance management, and retention in a fast-paced environment.