Senior HR & Admin Officer

About This Role

We are currently seeking a highly capable and results-driven Senior HR & Admin Officer to join our team in the UAE. The ideal candidate will have 2–4 years of relevant experience and a strong ability to lead HR and administrative functions effectively. This role requires someone who can take full ownership of responsibilities, supervise a team, and ensure smooth HR operations while contributing to organizational growth and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and manage the HR & Admin team, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and in line with company standards.
• Take full ownership of HR operations including workforce planning, employee lifecycle management, and administrative coordination.
• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for a large workforce (up to 480 employees), ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely WPS (Wages Protection System) transactions.
• Prepare and analyze HR reports, providing insights and guiding the team on key performance indicators and operational improvements.
• Design, implement, and update HR policies and procedures in line with UAE labor regulations and company objectives.
• Experience in posting jobs on different social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Naukri Gulf, Indeed.
• Lead employee engagement and retention initiatives, enhancing workplace culture and productivity.
• Monitor and evaluate departmental KPIs to assess employee performance and improve operational efficiency.
• Oversee daily operations across departments and projects, ensuring smooth workflow and adherence to deadlines.
• Ensure strong interdepartmental coordination and maintain professional communication across all levels.
• Address and resolve employee issues effectively while maintaining a fair and compliant approach.
• Ensure compliance with UAE Labor Law, Emiratisation requirements, NAFIS participation, and MOHRE inspection standards.
• Lead and support HR projects such as redesigning performance appraisal systems to improve engagement and performance outcomes.
• Utilize HR software systems and advanced Excel tools for data management, reporting, and process improvement.
• Support data analysis and reporting to assist management in strategic decision-making.

Requirements:

• 2–4 years of experience in HR & Administration within the UAE.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in team supervision and payroll management.
• Strong knowledge of UAE labor laws, WPS, Emiratisation , and HR compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Excel
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment

Pay: AED7,000.00 - AED10,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person