HR Generalist

Job Purpose:

The Junior HR Generalist will support the Area HR Manager in delivering effective HR operations and initiatives across the Gulf and Near East region. The role will ensure smooth day-to-day HR administration, employee lifecycle management, reporting, and coordination of regional HR activities while maintaining compliance with company policies and local labor regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

HR Operations & Administration

• Support end-to-end employee lifecycle processes (onboarding, confirmation, transfers, exits).

• Maintain and update employee records and HR systems.

• Prepare HR letters, contracts, and documentation.

• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and internal policies.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Coordinate recruitment activities including job postings, screening, interview scheduling and offers.

• Support onboarding process and induction programs.

-Track probation and confirmation processes.

HR Reporting & Analytics

• Prepare monthly HR reports, dashboards, and metrics.

• Maintain accurate HR data and generate reports using advanced Excel functions.

• Support headcount tracking, turnover analysis, and manpower planning.

Employee Relations

• Act as first point of contact for employee queries.

• Support employee engagement initiatives and wellbeing programs.

• Assist in performance management cycle coordination.

Training & Development

• Coordinate training sessions and maintain training records.

• Track training attendance and support development initiatives in the region.

Regional HR Support

• Work closely with the Area HR Manager on regional HR projects.

• Support Gulf & Near East HR harmonization initiatives.

• Coordinate with local managers and HR representatives across countries.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.

• 2–3 years of general HR experience.

• Experience in a multinational environment is an advantage.

• Knowledge of UAE labor law is preferred. Technical Skills

• Very good command of Microsoft Excel (Pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis).

• Strong PowerPoint skills for presentations and HR reporting.

• Proficiency in MS Office suite.

• Experience with HRIS systems is an advantage.