Senior HR / Assistant HR Manager

About the role

A trading business in Dubai is looking for an experienced and proactive Senior HR / Assistant HR Manager to oversee the end-to-end human resources function. The role covers recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee relations, compensation and benefits, payroll coordination, HR policies, compliance, training and HR operations. Experience in the trading, distribution, FMCG or retail sector is preferred.

Key responsibilities

• Talent acquisition: manage end-to-end recruitment, coordinate with hiring managers, source, screen, interview and shortlist candidates, negotiate offers and handle onboarding.
• HR operations: manage onboarding, orientation, transfers and exits; maintain employee records and HR documentation; implement HR policies and procedures; handle HR audits and statutory documentation.
• Employee relations: address grievances and disciplinary matters, promote engagement and advise managers on HR policies.
• Performance management: coordinate annual appraisals, support KPIs and performance improvement plans, and monitor development initiatives.
• Compensation and benefits: coordinate monthly payroll with finance or a payroll provider, administer benefits, leave and insurance, and ensure accurate payroll inputs and statutory deductions.
• Learning and development: identify training needs, organize internal and external programs, and support succession planning.
• HR compliance: ensure compliance with labor laws, keep employee information confidential, prepare HR reports, MIS and workforce analytics, and support audits.
• HR systems: maintain HRIS/ERP data accurately, generate reports and dashboards, and recommend process improvements through HR automation.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field; MBA or postgraduate HR qualification preferred.
• 8-12+ years of comprehensive HR experience.
• Experience in a trading, distribution, FMCG, retail or manufacturing environment is highly preferred.

Required skills

• Experience with HRMS/ERP systems is essential.
• Payroll coordination and HR reporting.