HR Manager

Job Purpose

We are looking for an experienced and proactive HR Manager to manage the complete HR function of the organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for recruitment, employee onboarding, UAE labour-law compliance, payroll coordination, performance management, employee relations, HR policies and day-to-day HR operations.

The ideal candidate should have strong experience in UAE HR practices, preferably within the real estate, property management, brokerage, hospitality or related service industries.

Key Responsibilities

1. Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

Manage end-to-end recruitment for corporate, property management, leasing, sales and support functions.

Develop job descriptions and recruitment strategies based on business requirements.

Source candidates through job portals, LinkedIn, recruitment agencies, referrals and other channels.

Screen, interview and shortlist candidates in coordination with department heads.

Manage offer letters, salary negotiations, reference checks and joining formalities.

Maintain an active talent pipeline for critical and high-volume positions.

Coordinate with recruitment agencies and external manpower suppliers when required.

2. Employee Onboarding & Offboarding

Manage complete employee onboarding and induction processes.

Coordinate employment contracts, visa, Emirates ID, medical and other joining documentation.

Ensure timely completion of probation reviews.

Manage employee resignations, termination procedures, exit interviews and final settlements.

Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.

3. UAE HR Administration & Compliance

Ensure HR practices comply with applicable UAE Labour Law and relevant government requirements.

Manage employee documentation and HR records.

Coordinate with PRO/administration teams for visa and immigration matters.

Ensure proper maintenance of leave, attendance and employee files.

Develop and update HR policies, procedures and employee handbooks.

Monitor compliance with company policies and employment regulations.

4. Payroll & Compensation

Coordinate monthly payroll processing with Finance.

Maintain accurate employee salary, allowance, deduction and attendance information.

Coordinate payroll-related documentation and ensure timely salary processing.

Manage leave salary, gratuity, final settlement and other employee-related payments.

Support salary benchmarking and compensation reviews.

5. Employee Relations

Act as the first point of contact for employee HR-related matters.

Handle employee grievances, disciplinary matters and workplace conflicts professionally.

Conduct investigations where required and recommend appropriate corrective actions.

Promote a positive, professional and productive work environment.

Ensure consistent application of HR policies across departments.

6. Performance Management

Establish and manage performance appraisal processes.

Coordinate probation evaluations and annual performance reviews.

Work with managers to establish KPIs and performance objectives.

Identify performance gaps and coordinate improvement plans.

Support management in employee development and succession planning.

7. Training & Development

Identify training requirements across departments.

Coordinate induction, product/service knowledge and soft-skills training.

Develop employee development plans in coordination with department managers.

Monitor training effectiveness and maintain training records.

8. HR Reporting & Analytics

Prepare regular HR reports for management covering:

Headcount

Recruitment status

Employee turnover

Attendance and leave

Payroll

Visa/immigration status

Performance

Training

Maintain accurate HR databases and personnel records.

Provide management with HR insights to support workforce planning and business decisions.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management or a related field.
• 5–8 years of progressive HR experience, preferably with UAE experience.
• Previous experience in real estate, property management, brokerage, hospitality or other service-oriented organizations will be an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of UAE HR practices and employment regulations.
• Experience handling recruitment for sales, property management, leasing and corporate support positions.
• Strong knowledge of HR administration, payroll, employee relations and performance management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office and HRMS/HRIS systems.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.