Senior HR Manager – Middle East (On‑site)

About the role

Delta is seeking a senior HR professional to lead all human‑resources activities across the Middle East and assigned territories. This on‑site position will serve as the primary HR point of contact for the business, shaping strategy and ensuring seamless employee experiences.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategy aligned with Delta’s business direction.
• Manage the full employee lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, performance management, development, and off‑boarding.
• Oversee compensation, benefits, payroll coordination and general HR administration.
• Arrange employee‑relations initiatives and resolve workplace issues confidentially and professionally.
• Ensure compliance with local employment legislation and company policies.
• Promote and reinforce Delta’s core values throughout the organization.

Required profile

• Minimum 15 years of progressive HR experience, including a senior HR role within the GCC region.
• Strong understanding of the complete employee lifecycle and local regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation and problem‑solving abilities.
• High integrity and professionalism with the capacity to handle confidential matters.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• UAE residency and work authorization preferred, with solid knowledge of the local HR market.
• Fluent Arabic language skills.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office