UAE National - Manager People Administration & Data

Michael Page; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking an experienced HR Manager focused on visa management and compliance. This strategic role entails overseeing visa processes, managing employee data, and ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations in Abu Dhabi. This position requires a UAE National with significant HR experience and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• UAE National with Family Book.
• 8+ years in HR administration, preferably in large private sector organisations.
• Deep understanding of visa processes, labor law, and employee experience frameworks.
• Minimum Bachelor's degree in HR or related field (Master’s or certification preferred).
• Strong communication, leadership, and data management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee visa processing, renewals, and government relations.
• Manage employee data for 1,000+ staff, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Lead a team and report directly to the SVP of HR Operations & People Experience.
• Ensure compliance with Abu Dhabi pension regulations and labor laws.
• Collaborate with authorities and stakeholders to streamline processes.
• Maintain and optimise HR documentation, insurance records, and attendance systems.
• Prepare and present HR reports and dashboards for senior management.
• Take ownership of critical HR functions that influence employee experience and operational efficiency.

Job description

Overview

The Role: This is a strategic role focused on visa management, regulatory compliance, and HR data integrity for a workforce of over 1,000 employees. Client: A semi-government entity in Abu Dhabi.

Responsibilities

• Oversee visa processing, renewals, and government relations
• Manage employee data for 1,000+ staff, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Lead a team of two and report directly to the SVP of HR Operations & People Experience
• Ensure compliance with Abu Dhabi pension regulations and labor laws
• Collaborate with external authorities and internal stakeholders to streamline processes
• Maintain and optimise HR documentation, insurance records, and attendance systems
• Prepare and present HR reports and dashboards for senior management
• Take ownership of critical HR functions that directly influence employee experience and operational efficiency
• Work closely with senior leadership and government entities, gaining visibility and influence across the organisation
• Be part of a team that values precision, leadership, and continuous improvement in HR operations

Requirements

• UAE National with Family Book
• 8+ years in HR administration, preferably in large private sector organisations
• Deep understanding of visa processes, labor law, Abu Dhabi pension, and employee experience frameworks
• Minimum Bachelor's degree in HR or related field (Master’s or certification preferred)
• Strong communication, leadership, and data management capabilities

About the company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of: Finance & Accounting, Banking & Financial Services, Procurement, Property & Construction, Engineering & Supply Chain, Oil & Gas, Technical and Engineering, Human Resources, Sales, Marketing, Technology, Secretarial, Executive Search, Legal. The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.