Admin and HR

HR Generalist

Abu Dhabi, UAE | Full-Time

Join a Team That Values People

At Sitters Child Care Services, we believe that our employees are the foundation of our success. We are committed to creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where employees can grow, contribute, and thrive.

We are seeking an experienced and proactive HR Generalist to join our Human Resources team. This is an exciting opportunity for a well-rounded HR professional who enjoys working across all areas of Human Resources, from recruitment and employee relations to performance management, compliance, and employee engagement.

If you are passionate about people, workplace culture, and driving HR excellence, we would love to hear from you.

Why Join Sitters Child Care Services?

✨ Be part of a growing and reputable organization.

✨ Work directly with leadership and contribute to strategic HR initiatives.

✨ Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

✨ Collaborative and supportive work environment.

✨ Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on employees and organizational success.

✨ Competitive salary and benefits package.

About the Role

As an HR Generalist, you will play a critical role in supporting the full employee lifecycle and ensuring the smooth operation of HR functions across the organization. You will act as a trusted HR partner to employees and managers while maintaining compliance with company policies and UAE Labour Law.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

· Manage the full recruitment cycle from sourcing and screening to onboarding.

· Prepare job advertisements and coordinate interviews with hiring managers.

· Conduct candidate screening, reference checks, and recruitment documentation.

· Support workforce planning and talent acquisition initiatives.

· Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for current and future vacancies.

Employee Relations

· Serve as the first point of contact for employee inquiries and HR-related matters.

· Support employees and managers with HR policies, procedures, and workplace concerns.

· Handle employee grievances, investigations, and disciplinary matters professionally.

· Promote a positive and productive workplace culture.

· Support conflict resolution and employee engagement initiatives.

HR Operations & Administration

· Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.

· Manage onboarding, probation reviews, confirmations, transfers, promotions, and offboarding processes.

· Prepare employment contracts, HR letters, and employee-related correspondence.

· Ensure employee files are complete and compliant.

· Maintain confidentiality of employee information at all times.

Performance Management

· Support performance appraisal processes and employee development initiatives.

· Monitor probation periods and performance improvement plans.

· Assist managers with performance-related discussions and documentation.

· Support employee recognition and retention programs.

Compliance & Policy Management

· Ensure compliance with UAE Labour Law and company policies.

· Support HR audits and reporting requirements.

· Assist in reviewing and updating HR policies and procedures.

· Monitor adherence to company standards and employment regulations.

Employee Engagement & Culture

· Organize employee engagement activities and recognition programs.

· Support initiatives that improve employee satisfaction and retention.

· Assist in creating a positive and inclusive workplace environment.

· Participate in employee communication and internal engagement campaigns.

HR Reporting & Analytics

· Prepare HR reports and workforce metrics.

· Track employee turnover, attendance, leave balances, recruitment statistics, and HR KPIs.

· Provide HR insights and recommendations to management.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential Requirements

✔ Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, Psychology, or a related field.

✔ Minimum 3 years of HR Generalist experience in the UAE.

✔ Strong knowledge of UAE Labour Law and HR best practices.

✔ Experience across recruitment, employee relations, HR administration, and performance management.

✔ Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

✔ Strong organizational and time-management skills.

✔ Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

✔ Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

⭐ HR Certification (CIPD, SHRM, PHR, CHRP, or equivalent).

⭐ Experience within childcare, healthcare, hospitality, or service industries.

⭐ Experience with HRIS and HR management systems.

⭐ Arabic language skills are an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

· Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

· Excellent communication and conflict-resolution abilities.

· High level of professionalism and confidentiality.

· Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

· Detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Proactive, adaptable, and solution-focused mindset.

What Success Looks Like

The successful candidate will:

· Deliver efficient and compliant HR operations.

· Build strong relationships with employees and managers.

· Successfully attract and retain quality talent.

· Support employee engagement and workplace satisfaction.

· Ensure compliance with labour laws and company policies.

· Contribute to a positive, high-performing workplace culture.

How to Apply

If you are a passionate HR professional looking to grow your career in a dynamic and people-focused organization, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your updated CV through Indeed or email your application to: Email: info@sitters.ae

Subject: Application – HR Generalist

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Abu Dhabi: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• We are looking for someone who can join immediately or in 1 week. Can you?

Work Location: In person