Job description

This is a highly visible and hands-on opportunity for an experienced HR Manager to build, professionalise and lead the HR function.The role is ideally suited to someone who has successfully upgraded or transformed HR functions and enjoys creating structure, accountability and scalable people practices from the ground up.


Client Details
Our client is a large, manpower-intensive organisation operating within the trading, distribution and operational services sector.


Description
Conduct a full review of workforce structure, HR processes, organisation design, payroll controls, employee data and existing policiesDesign and implement HR policies, procedures, frameworks and governance aligned to business requirements and UAE labour regulationsDrive organisation design, manpower planning, workforce productivity and headcount management initiativesIntroduce structured performance management, job grading, compensation frameworks and succession planning processesStrengthen payroll, attendance, overtime and employee data controls while improving HR reporting and workforce visibilityLead recruitment, employee relations, compliance and employee lifecycle processes across the organisationBuild and develop the HR function, ensuring it can effectively support both operational and strategic business objectives


Profile
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related discipline is required. CIPD, SHRM or equivalent professional qualificationMinimum 7 years of progressive HR experience with significant leadership and implementation responsibilityProven experience building, transforming or significantly improving an HR function, policies and operating processesRecent UAE experience is essential, including a strong understanding of UAE Labour Law, payroll, employee relations and workforce complianceExperience within retail, FMCG, wholesale, distribution, food trading, logistics or another manpower-intensive operating environmentBased in Abu Dhabi


Job Offer
Opportunity to build and shape the HR function from the ground upDirect exposure to senior leadership and key strategic decision-makingBroad remit covering HR transformation, organisational design, workforce planning and governanceOpportunity to drive cultural change and implement best-practice HR frameworks

Skills

Human Resources, HR, Policies, UAE Labor Law