HR manager (on-site)

About the Role
This is a standalone senior HR role responsible for managing and overseeing all HR matters across the Middle East and assigned territories, serving as the primary HR point of contact for the business.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategy and plan aligned with the company’s business direction.
• Manage the complete employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, development, and offboarding.
• Oversee compensation, benefits, payroll coordination, and HR administration.
• Arrange employee relations activities and resolve workplace issues professionally and confidentially.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and company policies.
• Promote and reinforce the company’s core values.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of progressive HR experience, including proven experience in a senior HR role within the GCC region.
• Strong understanding of the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee development, offboarding, and local regulation.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of integrity and professionalism, with the ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters appropriately.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Candidates currently based in the UAE with valid residency and work authorization, and strong knowledge of the local HR market, are preferred.
• Fluent Arabic and English communication skills are required.