Human Resources Coordinator

De Montfort University Dubai is an ambitious, globally minded university committed to delivering a high-quality employee and student experience. We offer a supportive, professional environment where staff are encouraged to develop their skills, contribute to continuous improvement, and uphold the highest standards in HR and administration.

The Rol

eWe are seeking a HR Coordinato r to provide comprehensive administrative support to the Human Resources team. The role is key to ensuring a seamless employee experience and compliance with UAE labour and immigration laws, as well as university policies

.The successful candidate will manage a broad range of HR and payroll tasks, support employee benefits administration, maintain HR systems and records, provide HR reporting and analytics, and assist with projects to continuously improve HR services

.
Main Duties and Responsibiliti

esPayroll & Benefits Administrati

• onPrepare and process monthly payroll in compliance with UAE Labour Law, including allowances, overtime, deductions, and final settlement
• s.Coordinate with Finance on payroll processing and reportin
• g.Process reimbursement claims and adjunct staff payroll based on approved timesheet
• s.Respond to employee payroll and benefits queries professionally and timel
• y.Prepare official HR letters, including salary certificates, experience letters, and consulate letter
• s.Administer employee medical insurance, including enrolments, deletions, renewals, and claim
• s.Manage annual ticket allowance and ensure documentation compliance before processin

g.HR Systems & Reporti

• ngMaintain accurate employee records in the HR Information System (HRIS
• ).Support HRIS issues, upgrades, integrations, and migration
• s.Develop HR dashboards, metrics, and reports for management and compliance purpose
• s.Provide data-driven insights to support HR initiatives in recruitment, retention, and engagemen

t.Employee & Administrative Suppo

• rtServe as a point of contact for employee HR queries and visa-related matter
• s.Assist with onboarding, offboarding, and general HR administrative task
• s.Support travel booking, expense reimbursements, and related HR processe
• s.Contribute to cross-functional projects to enhance HR operations and processe

s.Team Support & Continuous Improveme

• ntSupport HR projects aimed at improving service efficiency and employee experienc
• e.Recommend opportunities for process improvements and contribute to policy update
• s.Demonstrate commitment to personal development and professional growt

h.Commitment to Equality and Environme

• ntTreat all staff, students, contractors, and visitors with dignity and respec
• t.Uphold DMU policies on equality, diversity, and inclusio
• n.Contribute to the University’s environmental initiatives in line with the Environmental Polic

y.
Candidate Requireme

ntsQualifications & Experie

• nceBachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field (require
• d).Experience in HR and payroll administration, including HR analytics and benefits management (require
• d).Knowledge of UAE Labour Law, payroll processes, and employee benefits practices (require
• d).Experience in Higher Education administration (desirabl
• e).Proficiency in HR Information Systems (HRIS) and Microsoft Excel (advanced) (require

d).Skills & Abilit

• iesHigh accuracy and attention to detail (require
• d).Strong verbal and written communication, with the ability to build relationships across all levels (require
• d).Ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines (require
• d).Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team (require
• d).Commitment to delivering a professional, customer-focused HR service (require
• d).Ability to handle confidential information with tact and discretion (require
• d).Strong problem-solving and project contribution skills (require

d).Personal Attribu

• tesFlexible, responsive, and proactive in managing workload (require
• d).Sensitive to diverse staff and student needs (require
• d).Demonstrates tact, diplomacy, and professionalism in all interactions (require
• d).Willingness to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives (require

d).
Why Join DMU Du

bai?As an HR Coordin ator, you will play a vital role in ensuring an effective and positive employee experience while supporting DMU Dubai’s strategic objectives. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment and contribute to the continuous development of HR services in one of the region’s leading international universit

ies.