The HR Generalist will run the daily functions of the HR department including hiring and interviewing potential staff, administering pay, benefits & leaves, and enforcing company policies and practices.
Job Responsibilities:
- Act as the main point of contact for employees regarding HR-related queries, policies, benefits, leaves, compensation, and other HR matters
- Manage employee benefits, leave administration, attendance, and employee records
- Maintain and manage the HR system/platform, including attendance, leaves, salary certificates, employment certificates, salary transfer letters, and other HR documents
- Coordinate with the PRO to ensure employees’ visa processes and documentation are up to date
- Support end-to-end recruitment activities, including preparing job descriptions, posting vacancies, screening candidates, coordinating interviews, and supporting the selection and hiring process
- Conduct employee onboarding and offboarding processes and ensure all required documentation is completed
- Implement appropriate HR forms and processes to ensure employee requests and HR activities are properly documented
- Support the development and implementation of HR policies, procedures, and initiatives
- Respond to employment verification requests from banks and other external entities
- Maintain and update employees’ CVs for internal and external requirements
- Maintain accurate employee files and records in both electronic and physical formats
- Manage employment-related platforms, including pension and HR software systems
- Ensure HR policies and practices are aligned with UAE Labour Law and applicable regulations
- Contribute to the development and implementation of HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the company’s overall business objectives
Required qualifications and years of experience:
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field
- At least 4 years’ experience in the Human Resource Management field
- Deep understanding of Labor Law and employment equity regulations
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and other relevant software (PDF, etc)
- Good time management skills, organizational skills (filing, record-keeping, etc.), and interpersonal skills
- Efficient HR administration and people management skills
- Excellent record-keeping skills
- Works comfortably under pressure and meets tight deadlines
- Remarkable organizational and conflict management skills
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Meticulous attention to details
- Able to speak English and Arabic
