Assistant HR Manager

About the role

The Assistant HR Manager will support City University Ajman's human resources function by maintaining organizational structures, overseeing recruitment and onboarding, and ensuring compliance with UAE labour regulations. This role works closely with managers and staff to foster a productive and compliant workplace.

Key responsibilities

• Update job requirements and descriptions for all positions.
• Design and manage recruitment, testing, and interview programs.
• Conduct orientation and training sessions for new hires.
• Plan, monitor, and appraise employee performance and handle disciplinary actions.
• Manage employee benefits, process claims, and evaluate benefit contracts.
• Ensure legal compliance with federal HR requirements and conduct investigations.
• Develop, update, and recommend HR policies and procedures.
• Create and maintain a filing and retrieval system for HR records.
• Stay current with professional HR knowledge through workshops and networks.
• Schedule and assign staff, follow up on work results, and support training initiatives.
• Maintain employee files and contribute to team objectives.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Human Resources or a related field.
• Minimum five years of HR experience within the UAE.
• Comprehensive knowledge of UAE Labour Law.

Required skills

• Strong understanding of recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations processes.
• Experience managing benefits programs and HR policies.
• Ability to conduct investigations and ensure legal compliance.