UAE HR Manager: Lead Dubai Operations & Compliance

REEF GROUP | مجموعة ريف; Dubai; On-site; AED 280,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Reef Group is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead HR operations for its UAE business in Dubai. The role acts as the main HR representative in Dubai and coordinates with Reef Group Headquarters to ensure compliant HR management, employee relations, payroll coordination, and government-related processes.

The successful candidate will oversee the full employee lifecycle, align with Group HR policies, and drive HR initiatives across the UAE to support regional growth and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or related field.
• 5–8 years of relevant HR experience, with exposure to HR Operations and employee relations.
• Strong knowledge of UAE Labor Law and employment requirements.
• Experience managing payroll coordination, contracts, visas, and HR administration.
• Experience in retail, large groups, multi-entity organizations, or fast-growing companies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage day-to-day HR operations across the UAE.
• Act as the primary HR point of contact for employees and management in Dubai.
• Maintain strong coordination with Reef Group Headquarters HR team.
• Manage the full employee lifecycle: onboarding, employee relations, contract changes, promotions, transfers, and offboarding.
• Oversee attendance, leave management, payroll inputs, employee documentation, and HR records.
• Ensure compliance with UAE Labor Law and employment requirements.
• Oversee visa, work permit, Emirates ID, medical insurance, and related government processes.
• Handle employee relations, disciplinary matters, grievances, and policy-related cases in coordination with Headquarters.
• Coordinate with Finance, IT, Administration, Government Relations, Talent Acquisition, and other departments.
• Prepare and monitor HR reports, headcount, turnover, attendance, and employee movements.
• Support the implementation and improvement of Group HR policies, systems, and employee initiatives in the UAE.

Skills

HR operations

Employee relations

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Arabic & English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR / Business Admin / Management

Job description

Reef Group is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead HR operations for its UAE business in Dubai. The role acts as the main HR representative in Dubai and coordinates with Reef Group Headquarters to ensure compliant HR management, employee relations, payroll coordination, and government-related processes.

The successful candidate will oversee the full employee lifecycle, align with Group HR policies, and drive HR initiatives across the UAE to support regional growth and