Strategic HR Leader: Talent, Growth & Engagement

Confidentiel; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidentiel is seeking an experienced HR Manager in Dubai to lead talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, and learning initiatives. The role collaborates with Group HR to align strategies, drive organizational effectiveness, and manage employee relations and payroll across the UAE.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in HR/Business, with 10–15 years in a similar role, and a preference for Arabic speakers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Arabic native speakers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes to ensure a positive candidate and hiring manager experience.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to attract, assess, and hire talent aligned with organizational requirements.
• Ensure vacancies are filled within timelines and improve time-to-hire metrics.
• Manage recruitment documentation, offers, approvals, and onboarding in compliance with company standards.
• Develop and manage performance metrics, KPIs, and goal-setting processes.
• Facilitate mid-year and annual performance reviews and advise on performance management.
• Analyze performance data and recommend improvements for organizational effectiveness.
• Design, coordinate, and deliver training programs aligned with Group HR to enhance skills and leadership.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and implement continuous improvements.
• Lead talent review processes and develop succession plans for critical roles.
• Collaborate with leaders to create development plans for successors and key talent.
• Foster a positive workplace culture with engagement, recognition, and continuous improvement.
• Manage employee grievances, investigations, and conflict resolution per policies and labor laws.
• Oversee monthly payroll processing and ensure accurate salary payments.
• Review payroll inputs including attendance, leave, overtime, and deductions.
• Ensure payroll compliance with policies and local regulations.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies and local labor laws.
• Prepare HR metrics and dashboards for data-driven decisions.
• Act as the HR partner for Country CEO and local management.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

AI interest

Microsoft Office Proficiency

HRMS tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Arabic native preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

HRMS software

AI tools

Job description

Confidentiel is seeking an experienced HR Manager in Dubai to lead talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, and learning initiatives. The role collaborates with Group HR to align strategies, drive organizational effectiveness, and manage employee relations and payroll across the UAE.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in HR/Business, with 10–15 years in a similar role, and a preference for Arabic speakers.