Job Title: HR Operations Manager
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Real Estate
Employment Type: Full-time
Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced HR Operations Manager to oversee and enhance the end-to-end HR operational functions of our Real Estate group in Dubai. The ideal candidate will bring a strategic and hands-on approach to managing HR processes, compliance, payroll, employee services, HRIS systems, and policy implementation. You will play a key role in ensuring a seamless employee experience while supporting the broader goals of the HR function and business operations.
Key Responsibilities:HR Operations & Compliance
- Oversee day-to-day HR operations including onboarding, offboarding, employment contracts, and personnel file management.
- Ensure HR processes are compliant with UAE labor law and Dubai Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) guidelines.
- Monitor visa and work permit processes in coordination with PRO/Government Relations team.
HRIS & Data Management
- Manage and optimize the HRIS system, ensuring accurate data entry, reporting, and analysis.
- Generate HR analytics and dashboards to support business decisions.
- Maintain confidentiality and integrity of employee records and data.
Compensation & Benefits
- Supervise monthly payroll processing in collaboration with Finance.
- Administer employee benefits (medical insurance, leave entitlements, end-of-service benefits) as per UAE labor law and company policy.
- Conduct regular salary benchmarking and contribute to C&B strategy.
Performance Management & Employee Relations
- Support the performance appraisal process and monitor compliance across departments.
- Handle employee grievances, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution in alignment with local legal frameworks.
- Promote a positive workplace culture that aligns with the company’s values.
Process Improvement & Policy Development
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance HR service delivery.
- Develop, review, and enforce HR policies and SOPs tailored to real estate sector needs.
- Support internal audits and prepare documentation for compliance inspections.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s degree or HR certification preferred - e.g. CIPD, SHRM).
- 5–15 years of HR experience with at least 3 years in a managerial HR operations role in the UAE, preferably within real estate, construction, or property management sectors.
- Strong knowledge of UAE labor law, visa regulations, and payroll processes.
- Experience in working with HRIS platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Zoho, BambooHR).
Skills & Competencies:
- Excellent organizational and project management skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Medical insurance and annual air ticket
- Dynamic work culture with opportunities for professional development
- Exposure to real estate sector in Dubai
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: AED15,000.00 - AED20,000.00 per month
Experience:
- HR Operations in UAE Real Estate sector: 3 years (Preferred)