Senior HR Officer

Client of Rawaj Company for Recruitment

As Senior HR Officer, you will be responsible for supporting end-to-end human resources operations, ensuring effective manpower management, compliance with UAE labor regulations, and seamless HR support to corporate and project teams.

Key Accountabilities

• Support the implementation of HR policies, procedures, and practices in line with company standards and UAE labor law.
• Monitor and control overall HR operations, including payroll, leave settlements, gratuities, insurance administration, and direct manpower recruitment.
• Handle and monitor manpower planning, including direct manpower forecasting and projections using histograms and manpower classifications.
• Conduct and support internal and statutory HR audits to ensure compliance and internal controls.
• Review and follow up with PRO on visa applications, renewals, cancellations, and other government-related processes.
• Ensure accurate maintenance of HR databases, personnel records, and manpower-related reports.
• Handle employee relations matters, respond to employee queries, and provide day-to-day HR support.
• Oversee additional HR and administrative activities as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, arts, psychology, or any related fields
• HR certifications are an advantage.
• At least 10 years of experience as an HR generalist in construction companies in the UAE
• In-depth knowledge of labour laws, HR operation cycles, etc.
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Experience handling manpower for multiple sites and project-based workforces.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and integrity.
• Proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience working with PRO teams and government portals (e.g., MOHRE, GDRFA, ICP) is an advantage.
• Fluency in English.