Assistant HR Manager – Arabic Speaker

Overview

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Job Summary

HR Operations & Administration

• Manage day-to-day HR operations across multiple group companies/entities
• Ensure compliance with UAE Labour Law and internal HR policies
• Handle employee lifecycle management including onboarding, confirmation, transfers, promotions, and exit formalities
• Maintain accurate employee records, HR databases, and documentation
• Support payroll inputs, leave management, attendance monitoring, and employee benefits administration
• Coordinate visa, labour card, Emirates ID, and employee documentation processes in coordination with PRO/Admin teams

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Support manpower planning and recruitment activities across business units
• Coordinate sourcing, screening, interviews, and offer management
• Work closely with department heads to fulfill hiring requirements efficiently
• Ensure proper onboarding and induction for new employees

Employee Relations

• Handle employee grievances, disciplinary actions, warning letters, and HR investigations
• Promote employee engagement initiatives and workplace culture improvements
• Support employee welfare programs and retention strategies

Performance Management

• Assist in implementing performance appraisal systems across the group
• Monitor probation reviews, annual appraisals, and development plans
• Support succession planning and talent development initiatives

Policies, Compliance & Reporting

• Develop, update, and implement HR policies, SOPs, and employee handbooks
• Ensure HR practices align with group governance standards
• Prepare HR reports, dashboards, and management presentations
• Support internal audits and compliance reviews