Human Resource Assistant

We’re Hiring: HR Assistant (UAE Experience Required)
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Company: Barakat Holding

About the Role:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive HR Assistant to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in HR operations within the UAE, with hands-on expertise in recruitment, visa processing, attendance management, annual leave payroll, and field visits. This role plays a key part in ensuring our HR department runs efficiently and in full compliance with UAE labor laws.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the full recruitment cycle — job posting, screening, interview coordination, and onboarding.
• Manage visa, labor card, and related documentation processes in line with UAE labor and immigration laws.
• Track and monitor daily employee attendance, absences, and punctuality.
• Maintain accurate employee leave records (annual, sick, unpaid, etc.).
• Calculate and process annual leave payroll, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Update, manage, and organize employee data and files in both digital and physical HR records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Handle HR-related queries and provide administrative support to the HR team.
• Coordinate with other departments and sections to ensure smooth HR and operational communication.
• Conduct field visits to company sites or offices to follow up on employee matters and ensure HR policies and procedures are properly implemented.
• Liaise with PROs, government offices, and external agencies when required.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of HR experience in the UAE.
• Strong knowledge of UAE labor laws and visa processing procedures.
• Experience in recruitment, visa processing, attendance tracking, payroll, and field inspections.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive, collaborative, and multicultural work environment.
• Medical insurance and other standard UAE benefits.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED2,500.00 - AED3,000.00 per month

Language:

• Arabic (Preferred)