HR Manager

International Community School - City Centre Campus

Lead and manage the HR department across all ICS branches.

Develop and implement HR strategies, policies, and systems in line with organizational objectives and educational regulatory standards.

Oversee full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and retention of academic and administrative staff.

Ensure all HR practices comply with UAE Labor Law and ADEK requirements.

Design and monitor performance appraisal systems and staff development programs.

Manage employee relations and handle complex disciplinary and grievance issues.

Supervise payroll processing, leave management, and employee benefits.

Supervise & guide HR officer to maintain, accurate and up-to-date employee records across branches.

Guide school principals and department heads on HR best practices.

Prepare HR reports and analytics for senior leadership.

The Group HR Manager will lead and oversee the full spectrum of HR functions across all school branches, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance with UAE Labor Law and ADEK regulations. The role focuses on driving effective HR strategies, policies, and processes that support a high-performance and compliant work environment.

Key responsibilities include workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee engagement, compensation & benefits, and training & development. The role also involves leading and developing the HR team across multiple campuses, ensuring consistency in HR practices, and supporting senior leadership with strategic HR planning and organizational development.

The ideal candidate will have strong HR leadership experience within the education sector, with the ability to manage multi-site operations and implement scalable HR solutions.