Human Resources Coordinator

About the role

The American University in the Emirates is seeking a proactive Human Resources Coordinator to support daily HR operations, employee services and administrative processes. The role ensures accurate record‑keeping, compliance with UAE labour regulations and smooth delivery of HR services across the university.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate day‑to‑day HR operations, acting as the first point of contact for employee inquiries and documentation requests.
• Maintain and update employee records in both hard‑copy files and the HRMS, ensuring confidentiality and regulatory compliance.
• Assist with onboarding and off‑boarding processes, including orientation, system access, exit clearances and contract administration.
• Process employee requests for certificates, salary statements, leave and attendance, and liaise with department heads to fulfil them.
• Prepare and maintain HR reports, headcount trackers and data for internal and external authorities such as CHEDS.
• Support HRMS administration, coordinate with IT for access issues and ensure data accuracy across systems.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum three years of experience in HR administration or coordination.
• Strong knowledge of UAE labour laws and university HR policies.
• Excellent organizational, communication and confidentiality skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency with HRMS platforms.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).