HR Generalist -Bilingual

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and proactive HR Generalist to manage day-to-day HR operations and support the full employee life cycle. The ideal candidate should have 4–5 years of UAE HR experience, strong HR systems knowledge, and hands-on experience in recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, visa processes, and HR administration.

The candidate should be organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling multiple HR functions in a fast-paced environment.

Key ResponsibilitiesEmployee Life Cycle Management

• Manage the complete employee life cycle including recruitment, onboarding, probation, confirmations, employee relations, and offboarding.
• Coordinate joining formalities, induction, documentation, and exit procedures.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.

HR Operations & HR Systems

• Manage and maintain HR systems (HRMS) and employee databases.
• Update employee information, attendance, leave records, and HR reports.
• Support payroll preparation and ensure HR data accuracy.
• Generate HR reports and maintain trackers for recruitment, leave, and employee records.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Coordinate recruitment activities including sourcing, screening, interview scheduling, and offer management.
• Support onboarding processes and ensure smooth employee integration.

Visa & PRO Coordination

• Coordinate employee visa processing, renewals, cancellations, Emirates ID, and labor-related documentation.
• Work closely with PROs and government authorities for compliance and timely processing.

Employee Engagement & Relations

• Support employee engagement initiatives, events, and wellness activities.
• Address employee queries and support grievance handling.
• Promote a positive and collaborative work environment.

Emiratization Support

• Support Emiratization initiatives and recruitment activities.
• Maintain records and assist in compliance reporting related to Emiratization requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 4–5 years of HR Generalist experience in the UAE.
• Strong knowledge of HR systems/HRMS platforms.
• Good understanding of UAE labor law and visa processes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred

• Bilingual (English & Arabic) is an advantage.
• Experience in retail, beauty, hospitality, or FMCG industry preferred.

Pay: AED9,000.00 - AED12,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience in employee engagement activities and initiatives? If yes, please share a few examples of programs or activities you have managed.
• Do you have experience working with HR systems/HRMS? If yes, please mention the names of the systems you have used.
• Do you have 4–5 years of HR experience managing the full employee life cycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and offboarding?
• Do you have experience managing teams with employees from different nationalities and cultural backgrounds?
• Do you have experience recruiting technical, senior-level, and executive staff positions?
• What is your current/expected salary?

Experience:

• HR: 4 years (Required)

Language:

• Arabic (Required)
• English (Required)

Work Location: In person